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Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD

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(Dr. Nagasudha Chittaluru, M.D)

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Specializes in: Internal Medicine (Adult Medicine)

Osmania University (1991)

Professional interests include: high cholesterol (hyperlipidemia), hypertension (high blood pressure), abdominal pain, and more.

1111 Highway 6 Suite 130
Sugar Land, TX 77478

(281) 494-3460

Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD is an internist in Sugar Land, TX specializing in internal medicine (adult medicine). She graduated from Osmania University in 1991 and has 35 years of experience. Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital.

Office Locations

Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital

1111 Highway 6 Suite 130
Sugar Land, TX 77478

(281) 494-3460

(281) 494-3463

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Some issues Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD can help you with:

Asthma

Asthma is a chronic lung disease where the tissue and airways of the lungs become extremely sensitive to certain substances. When these substances are breathed in, the lungs become inflamed. The muscles around the airways tighten and squeeze the lungs, and passages within the lungs swell and tighten. The airways themselves produce mucus, which further clogs the tightened, swollen airways. A person having an asthma attack finds it very difficult to breathe, and a severe attack can even be fatal.

Asthma affects people of all ages, but people with asthma are most often diagnosed as children. Symptoms can include wheezing, a tight feeling in the chest, shortness of breath, and coughing. Some people have mild symptoms all the time, and some people have no symptoms at all, but everyone with asthma is susceptible to occasional severe attacks or flare-ups of symptoms when they are exposed to triggers. Triggers vary widely but can include:

Allergens (dust mites, pet fur, mold, pollen, grass)
Irritants (smoke, pollution, dust, chemicals)
Viral infections
Physical activity, especially outdoors
Certain medications or chemicals in foods (aspirin, sulfites)

Treatment for most asthma patients involves three steps. Patients learn what their asthma triggers are and avoid them. They take a daily control medication, usually an inhaled corticosteroid, to reduce inflammation in the lungs. Also, they have rescue medication with them at all times to take in case of a severe attack. These quick-acting inhaled medications relax the muscles around the airways and allow the lungs to open up for air.

There is no cure for asthma, but with treatment it should not interfere with daily life and activities.

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
Goiter
Thyroid nodule
Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)

A urinary tract infection, or UTI, happens when bacteria enter the body through the opening where urine is normally released. The bacteria infect the lining of the urethra and bladder, turning them red and inflamed. This causes pain in the abdomen or pelvic area, a burning sensation during urination, a sense of urgency about going to the bathroom, frequent urination, and urine that smells bad and looks cloudy, or even contains traces of blood. If the urinary tract infection is severe, it may travel all the way to the kidneys, a more serious kind of UTI called pyelonephritis. Patients with this kidney infection might have blood in their urine, feel back pain, and develop a fever.

Urinary tract infections are extremely common: 12% of all men and 40-50% of all women will have a urinary tract infection during their lifetime. They are more common in women because women have shorter urethras, so bacteria have a shorter distance to travel from the outside of the body to the bladder and cause an infection. Some people also have urethras that are an unusual shape or have an obstruction in the urethra that makes getting a UTI more likely. Also, certain chronic illnesses like diabetes weaken the immune system, so any bacteria in the body are more likely to cause an infection.

A urinary tract infection can be diagnosed very quickly by a doctor. A sample of urine can be examined under a microscope for the presence of bacteria or white blood cells. There are also diagnostic strips that can be used to test a urine sample without the need for a microscope. Once a diagnosis is made, treatment is a course of oral antibiotics, and most patients feel better within just a few days. There are some things that patients can do themselves to help reduce the risk of getting a urinary tract infection in the future. Stay well hydrated, wipe from front to back after going to the bathroom, wear breathable cotton undergarments, and don't hold it in when patients feel the urge to go.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD treated as an internist in Sugar Land, TX during 2012 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	92
hospital care	94
inpatient care	94

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD treated as an internist in Sugar Land, TX during 2013 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	189
preventive care	12
vaccines	12

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD.

**Gender**
Male	31
Female	59

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	49
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	16
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	52
From 75 to 84	26
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD in 2013

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	14
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	27
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD treated as an internist in Sugar Land, TX during 2014 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	410
preventive care	51
vaccines	51

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD.

**Gender**
Male	49
Female	87

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	68
Black	18
Hispanic	0
Asian	31
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	82
From 75 to 84	35
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD in 2014

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	18
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	0
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	33
Dementia	0
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD treated as an internist in Sugar Land, TX during 2015 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	353
preventive care	72
vaccines	60

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD.

**Gender**
Male	92
Female	174

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	134
Black	34
Hispanic	0
Asian	54
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	152
From 75 to 84	74
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD in 2015

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	9
Chronic Kidney Disease	14
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	33
Dementia	8
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD treated as an internist in Sugar Land, TX during 2016 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	322
preventive care	88
vaccines	88

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD.

**Gender**
Male	39
Female	94

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	61
Black	17
Hispanic	0
Asian	36
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	80
From 75 to 84	34
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD in 2016

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	72
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	19
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	17
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	29
Dementia	0
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD treated as an internist in Sugar Land, TX during 2017 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	327
preventive care	65
vaccines	65

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD.

**Gender**
Male	43
Female	87

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	60
Black	17
Hispanic	0
Asian	35
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	81
From 75 to 84	30
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD in 2017

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	19
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	35
Dementia	0
Cancer	8

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD treated as an internist in Sugar Land, TX during 2018 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	328
preventive care	68
vaccines	57

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD.

**Gender**
Male	34
Female	88

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	53
Black	16
Hispanic	0
Asian	34
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	76
From 75 to 84	31
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD in 2018

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	18
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	37
Dementia	0
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD treated as an internist in Sugar Land, TX during 2019 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	338
preventive care	44
vaccines	44

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD.

**Gender**
Male	34
Female	84

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	51
Black	17
Hispanic	0
Asian	35
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	71
From 75 to 84	32
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD in 2019

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	19
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	37
Dementia	0
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD treated as an internist in Sugar Land, TX during 2020 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	245
preventive care	24
vaccines	24

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD.

**Gender**
Male	30
Female	84

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	47
Black	11
Hispanic	0
Asian	39
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	73
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD in 2020

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	19
Depression	0
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	18
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	35
Dementia	0
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD treated as an internist in Sugar Land, TX during 2021 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	274
preventive care	25
vaccines	25

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD.

**Gender**
Male	33
Female	85

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	46
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	40
Other	16
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	77
From 75 to 84	0
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD in 2021

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	20
Depression	9
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	18
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	36
Dementia	0
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD treated as an internist in Sugar Land, TX during 2022 were preventive care and vaccines.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	269
preventive care	13
vaccines	13

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD.

**Gender**
Male	29
Female	84

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	43
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	41
Other	14
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	68
From 75 to 84	33
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	14
Depression	10
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	20
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	40
Dementia	0
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD treated as an internist in Sugar Land, TX were hospital care, inpatient care, preventive care and vaccines.

doctor visit	286
hospital care	94
inpatient care	94
preventive care	46
vaccines	43

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD.

**Gender**
Female	84
Male	37

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	11
Asian / Pacific Islander	32
Non-Hispanic White	55
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	2

**Age**
85 and over	0
75 to 84	26
Less than 65	0
65 to 74	73

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	16
Depression	2
Chronic Kidney Disease	15
Asthma	0
Osteoporosis	8
Heart Failure	4
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	0
Diabetes	31
Atrial Fibrillation	1
Dementia	0
Cancer	10

Education & Training

Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD graduated from Osmania University in 1991. She completed residency at Rush University Medical Center. She has a state license in Texas.

Medical School: Osmania University (1991)

Residency: Rush University Medical Center (1998)

Licensed In: Texas

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Blue Advantage HMO, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas, Cigna, Employers Health Network, BlueCross BlueShield of Texas, United Healthcare, WellPoint, Aetna Medicare, Memorial Hermann Advantage HMO, Aetna Most Benefit Plans, Memorial Hermann Solutions, Community Health Choice Marketplace QHP, HMO Blue Texas, Aetna Memorial Hermann, Medicare Traditional and Community Hlth MCR D-SNP.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Blue Advantage HMO

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas

Cigna

Employers Health Network

BlueCross BlueShield of Texas

United Healthcare

WellPoint

Aetna Medicare

Memorial Hermann Advantage HMO

Aetna Most Benefit Plans

Memorial Hermann Solutions

Community Health Choice Marketplace QHP

HMO Blue Texas

Aetna Memorial Hermann

Medicare Traditional

Community Hlth MCR D-SNP

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Sudha Chittaluru, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C.	$23 BYDUREON $23
AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP	$21 FARXIGA $21
Merck Sharp & Dohme Corporation	$13 JANUMET XR $13

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$57

Biography

Dr. Sudha Chittaluru's areas of expertise include thyroid problems, high cholesterol (hyperlipidemia), and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Dr. Chittaluru seems to be an in-network provider for Blue California, Employers Health Network, and Aetna, as well as other insurance carriers. She obtained her medical school training at Osmania University and Kakatiya Medical College and performed her residency at Rush University Medical Center. She has received the following distinction: Internal Medicine - Board Certified. Dr. Chittaluru (or staff) speaks the following languages: Telugu and Hindi. She is professionally affiliated with Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital and Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital. She has an open panel in Sugar Land, TX according to Memorial Hermann.