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Dr. Loveen Puthumana, MD

Dr. Loveen Puthumana, MD

Silver Spring, MD

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Puthumana, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Silver Spring, MD?

    Dr. Loveen Puthumana, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Silver Spring, MD. She has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Puthumana graduated from Padmashree Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College and completed her residency at Union Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Puthumana is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Puthumana’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Puthumana’s office at (301) 572-8340.

    Where did Dr. Puthumana go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Union Mem Hosp, Internal Medicine | Union Memorial Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Med Coll, Univ of Calicut, Trichur, Kerala, India | Padmashree Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College

    Is Dr. Puthumana board certified in Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Loveen Puthumana, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Puthumana speak?

    Dr. Puthumana and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Puthumana treat?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Puthumana diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Puthumana. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 2
    • Mild Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
    • N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Weakness
    • Frailty in old age
    • Physical decline with age
    • Weakness due to aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R54: Age-related physical debility

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Frequent Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Urinary frequency
    • Peeing often
    • Frequent need to urinate

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R350: Frequency of micturition

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Inflammation
    • Bladder Disease
    • Cystitis
    • Bladder Infection
    • Painful Bladder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3090: Cystitis, unspecified without hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
    • Heart Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
    • Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Puthumana perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Loveen Puthumana may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Puthumana's office.

    Does Dr. Puthumana accept my insurance?

    Dr. Puthumana accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 572-8340 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Puthumana accept in Silver Spring, MD?

    Dr. Puthumana in Silver Spring, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Puthumana's office located?

    Dr. Loveen Puthumana's Primary Practice

    3110 Gracefield Rd

    Silver Spring, MD 20904

    (301) 572-8340

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    What is Dr. Puthumana's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Puthumana's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235175043.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Puthumana?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Puthumana

    What is Dr. Loveen Puthumana's specialty?

    Dr. Puthumana is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Silver Spring, MD. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Puthumana to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Loveen Puthumana affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Puthumana is affiliated with Adventist Healthcare White Oak Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Geriatric Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Loveen Puthumana accepting new patients in Silver Spring, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Loveen Puthumana is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Loveen Puthumana offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Puthumana's office at (301) 572-8340 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Loveen Puthumana?

    Please contact Dr. Puthumana's office at (301) 572-8340 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Loveen Puthumana have?

    Dr. Loveen Puthumana is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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