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Dr. Aroon Kalakunja, MD
Plano, TX
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kalakunja, Internist in Plano, TX?
Dr. Aroon Kalakunja, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Plano, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kalakunja completed his residency at Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr, Internal Medicine; Resurrection Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kalakunja is fluent in English and Kannada, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kalakunja’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kalakunja’s office at (817) 731-6121.
Where did Dr. Kalakunja go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr, Internal Medicine; Resurrection Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Texas Tech University Health Science Center At Lubbock
Medical School: Mysore Med Coll- Mysore Univ- Mysore- Karnataka- India | Other
Is Dr. Kalakunja board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Aroon Kalakunja, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kalakunja speak?
Dr. Kalakunja and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Kannada
What conditions does Dr. Kalakunja treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Kalakunja 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. Kalakunja. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Urgency
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Urgency
- Urgent High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
- I160: Hypertensive urgency
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Severe Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
- Systemic Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- R6520: Severe sepsis without septic shock
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Aspiration Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
- Inhalation Pneumonia
- Chemical Pneumonitis
- Aspiration Lung Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
- J690: Pneumonitis due to inhalation of food and vomit
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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
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:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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:
- 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Abnormal Urine Test Results
- Urine and Urination
- Unusual urine findings
- Irregular urinalysis
- Abnormal pee test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R8290: Unspecified abnormal findings in urine
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
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
Which procedures does Dr. Kalakunja perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Aroon Kalakunja 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kalakunja's office.
Does Dr. Kalakunja accept my insurance?
Dr. Kalakunja accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (817) 731-6121 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kalakunja accept in Plano, TX?
Dr. Kalakunja in Plano, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Providence Health Plans
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kalakunja's office located?
Dr. Aroon Kalakunja's Primary Practice
2301 Marsh Ln Ste 200
Plano, TX 75093
(817) 731-6121
What is Dr. Kalakunja's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kalakunja's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801857636.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kalakunja?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kalakunja
What is Dr. Aroon Kalakunja's specialty?
Dr. Kalakunja is a Internist near Plano, TX.
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.
Contact Dr. Kalakunja to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Aroon Kalakunja affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kalakunja is affiliated with Christus Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth Hospital, Covenant 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Aroon Kalakunja accepting new patients in Plano, TX?
Yes, Dr. Aroon Kalakunja is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Aroon Kalakunja offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kalakunja's office at (817) 731-6121 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Aroon Kalakunja?
Please contact Dr. Kalakunja's office at (817) 731-6121 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Aroon Kalakunja have?
Dr. Aroon Kalakunja is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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