Summary

Bharat Puchakayala is a gastroenterology specialist who has dedicated 22 years to helping patients with digestive health concerns. He earned his medical degree from Armed Forces Medical College and completed his residency training at Gundersen Lutheran Health System. His extensive experience in gastroenterology has equipped him with deep expertise in diagnosing and treating a wide range of digestive disorders. He communicates with patients in English.

Bharat Puchakayala practices in Houston, Texas, where he focuses on treating common yet important conditions including hemorrhoids, colon polyps, and diverticular disease. His procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies and lower gastrointestinal endoscopies to help diagnose digestive issues early. He also performs laparoscopic procedures when surgical intervention is needed. Patients consistently rate him highly, with an average rating of 5.0, reflecting their confidence in his compassionate care and clinical expertise.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 22 years of experience
  • 37 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Gundersen Lutheran Health System
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Bharat K. Puchakayala

1631 North Loop W Ste 560Houston, TX 77008
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Speaks English Speaks Arabic, English Speaks English Speaks English
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Med School: Armed Forces Medical College Med School: Texas A&M University System Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Bharat K. Puchakayala

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - POS
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CareSource
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Community Health Choice
  • Community Health Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Golden Rule
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Memorial Hermann
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Parkland Community Health Plan
  • PreferredOne
  • Renaissance
  • Superior HealthPlan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Bharat K. Puchakayala has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Bharat K. Puchakayala has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Gastroenterologist
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

22 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Gundersen Lutheran Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from Armed Forces Medical College in 2004.

NPI Number

Bharat K. Puchakayala's NPI number is 1497918627.

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