28 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Avula, Internist in Homer Glen, IL?
Where did Dr. Avula go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Advocate Christ Medical Center, Oak Lawn
Is Dr. Avula board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Sunitha Avula, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Avula speak?
Dr. Avula and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Telugu
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Avula typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Avula 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. Avula. 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.
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Avula typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Sunitha Avula may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Avula's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Avula accept my insurance?
Dr. Avula accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 300-6702 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Avula accept in Homer Glen, IL?
Dr. Avula in Homer Glen, IL 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
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
HealthPartners
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Avula's office located?
Dr. Sunitha Avula's Primary Practice
12701 W 143rd St Ste 230
Homer Glen, IL 60491
(708) 300-6702
What hospitals are Dr. Avula affiliated with?
Dr. Avula has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Avula's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Avula's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801895867.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Avula?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Avula
What is Dr. Sunitha Avula's specialty?
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.