Summary

Dr. Vara Ponnada is an internal medicine and family medicine physician who earned her medical degree from Kurnool Medical College. With 34 years of clinical experience, she provides comprehensive care for patients across multiple age groups and health conditions. Her dual specialization allows her to serve as both a primary care provider for families and an internist focused on adult medicine.

Dr. Ponnada practices at Unitypoint Health Allen Hospital and sees patients in Waterloo, Iowa. She frequently treats patients with type 2 diabetes, heart failure, and chronic kidney disease. Her clinical expertise includes performing diagnostic tests such as creatinine clearance studies and comprehensive metabolic panels to monitor kidney function and overall health.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 34 years of experience
  • 16 insurance plans accepted
  • Kurnool Medical College
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Vara Venkata Padma Kamala Ponnada has 2 locations

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Dr. Vara Venkata Padma Kamala Ponnada, MDDr. Daniel Joseph Darnold, MDDr. Timothy Paul Gerst, MDDr. Anthony Alan Day, MD
Internal MedicineFamily MedicineFamily MedicineFamily Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
34 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, Tagalog Speaks Spanish, English
Waterloo , IAWaverly , IAManchester , IANashville , TN
Med School: Kurnool Medical College Med School: University Of Iowa Med School: UNIVERSITY OF IOWA ROY J AND LUCILLE A CARVER COLLEGE OF MEDICINE Med School: University Of Iowa
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Vara Venkata Padma Kamala Ponnada

  • AmeriGroup
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MediGold
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Vara Venkata Padma Kamala Ponnada has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Vara Venkata Padma Kamala Ponnada has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Family Medicine
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

34 Years Experience

Dr. Vara Venkata Padma Kamala Ponnada holds an active medical license in the state of Iowa.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Iowa that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Kurnool Medical College in 1992.

NPI Number

Dr. Ponnada's NPI number is 1093076671.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Vara Ponnada affiliated with?
Dr. Vara Ponnada is affiliated with Unitypoint Health Allen Hospital.
Where is Dr. Vara Ponnada's office located?
Dr. Vara Ponnada's office is located at 1825 Logan Ave, Waterloo, IA, 50703.

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