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Dr. Hema Edupuganti, MD

Gulfport, MS

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Edupuganti, Internist in Gulfport, MS?

    Dr. Hema Edupuganti, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Gulfport, MS with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Edupuganti graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine and completed her residency at York Hosp, Internal Medicine; Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Psychiatry. Dr. Edupuganti is fluent in English and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Edupuganti’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Edupuganti’s office at (228) 867-5201.

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

    • Residency: York Hosp, Internal Medicine; Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Psychiatry | Tulane University School Of Med

    • Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La | Tulane University of Louisiana -- | Tulane Univ School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Edupuganti board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Hema Edupuganti, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Edupuganti speak?

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

    • English

    • Telugu

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Edupuganti typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Edupuganti 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. Edupuganti. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    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

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Edupuganti typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Hema Edupuganti may include:

    Please contact Dr. Edupuganti's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Edupuganti accept my insurance?

    Dr. Edupuganti accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (228) 867-5201 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Edupuganti accept in Gulfport, MS?

    Dr. Edupuganti in Gulfport, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Mississippi

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Edupuganti's office located?

    Dr. Hema Edupuganti's Primary Practice

    4500 13th St

    Gulfport, MS 39501

    (228) 867-5201

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    Dr. Hema Edupuganti's Practice 2

    1440 Central Ave E

    Wiggins, MS 39577

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    Dr. Hema Edupuganti's Practice 3

    5120 Beatline Rd

    Long Beach, MS 39560

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

    Dr. Edupuganti's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881608115.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Edupuganti?

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

    What is Dr. Hema Edupuganti's specialty?

    Dr. Edupuganti is a Internist near Gulfport, MS.

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Is this Dr. Hema Edupuganti affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Edupuganti is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Gulfport, Ochsner Medical Center - Hancock which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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

    When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore 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 Hema Edupuganti accepting new patients in Gulfport, MS?

    Yes, Dr. Hema Edupuganti is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Hema Edupuganti offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Edupuganti's office at (228) 867-5201 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Hema Edupuganti?

    Please contact Dr. Edupuganti's office at (228) 867-5201 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Hema Edupuganti have?

    Dr. Hema Edupuganti is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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