39 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Khurana, Internist in Weirton, WV?
Dr. Amar Khurana, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Weirton, WV. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Khurana graduated from West Virginia University School of Medicine and completed his residency at St Francis Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Shadyside Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Khurana is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Khurana’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Khurana’s office.
Where did Dr. Khurana go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Francis Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Shadyside Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology | Shadyside Hospital | St Francis Hospital and Medical Center Program
Medical School: Nalanda Med Coll, Magadh University, Patna, Bihar, India | Nalanda Medical College, Magadh University | West Virginia University School of Medicine | St. Bartholomew's Hospital Medical College
Is Dr. Khurana board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Amar Khurana, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Khurana speak?
Dr. Khurana and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Khurana typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Khurana 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. Khurana. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Khurana typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Khurana performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Khurana. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Skin Conditions
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
Also known as:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Khurana accept my insurance?
Dr. Khurana accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Khurana accept in Weirton, WV?
Dr. Khurana in Weirton, WV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Highmark Health
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of West Virginia
Trustmark Mutual Holding Company
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Khurana's office located?
What is Dr. Khurana's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Khurana's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114914280.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Khurana?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Khurana
What is Dr. Amar Khurana's specialty?
Dr. Khurana is a Internist near Weirton, WV.
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. Amar Khurana affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Khurana is affiliated with Wvu Medicine Weirton Medical Center, Wvu Medicine Weirton Medical Center 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
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Is Amar Khurana accepting new patients in Weirton, WV?
Yes, Dr. Amar Khurana is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amar Khurana offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Khurana's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amar Khurana?
Please contact Dr. Khurana's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Amar Khurana have?
Dr. Amar Khurana is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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651 Colliers Way Ste 207
Weirton, WV 26062