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Who is Dr. Atluri, Gastroenterologist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Purna Chandra Prasad Atluri, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Atluri graduated from Gandhi Med College. Dr. Atluri is fluent in English, Hindi, Telugu, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Atluri’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Atluri’s office at (718) 237-1596.
Where did Dr. Atluri go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Gandhi Med College
What languages does Dr. Atluri speak?
Dr. Atluri and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Telugu
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Atluri treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Atluri 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. Atluri. 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:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Second Degree Hemorrhoids
- First Degree Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoids
- Internal hemorrhoids that prolapse
- Grade 2 hemorrhoids
- Moderate hemorrhoids
- Internal hemorrhoids
- Grade 1 hemorrhoids
- Mild hemorrhoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- K641: Second degree hemorrhoids
- K640: First degree hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Obesity
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- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulosis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Diverticular Disease
- Colon Diverticula
- Pockets in the Colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2900: Acute gastritis without bleeding
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
- Benign Sigmoid Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
- Transverse colon adenoma
- Transverse colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous sigmoid colon growth
- Sigmoid colon adenoma
- Sigmoid colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
- D125: Benign neoplasm of sigmoid colon
Also known as:
- Indigestion
- Gas in the Digestive Tract
- Indigestion (Dyspepsia)
- Dyspepsia
- Upset Stomach
- Stomach Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- K30: Functional dyspepsia
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Duodenum Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Duodenitis
- Inflamed Duodenum
- Small Intestine Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2980: Duodenitis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Non-cancerous Rectum Growth
- Benign Tumor
- Rectal Disorder
- Benign rectal tumor
- Rectal neoplasm
- Non-malignant rectal mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D128: Benign neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Screening for Other Viral Disease
- Health Screening
- Other Viral Infection Screening
- Miscellaneous Virus Test
- Non-COVID Viral Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases
Which procedures does Dr. Atluri perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Purna Chandra Prasad Atluri may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Atluri's office.
Does Dr. Atluri accept my insurance?
Dr. Atluri accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 237-1596 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Atluri accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Atluri in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Healthfirst
Medicaid
Medicare
MetroPlus
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Atluri's office located?
Dr. Purna Chandra Prasad Atluri's Primary Practice
322 Linden Blvd
Brooklyn, NY 11226
(718) 237-1596
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Patients give Dr. Purna Chandra Prasad Atluri an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Atluri has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Atluri, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Atluri's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Atluri's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972578490.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Atluri?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Atluri
What is Dr. Purna Chandra Prasad Atluri's specialty?
Dr. Atluri is a Gastroenterologist near Brooklyn, NY. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Atluri to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Purna Chandra Prasad Atluri affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Atluri is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: SUNY Downstate Medical Center (University Hospital of Brooklyn). Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Purna Chandra Prasad Atluri accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Purna Chandra Prasad Atluri is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Purna Chandra Prasad Atluri offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Atluri's office at (718) 237-1596 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Purna Chandra Prasad Atluri?
Please contact Dr. Atluri's office at (718) 237-1596 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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