Dr. Purnachandra Yerneni, MD

Internal Medicine*MaleAge 70

Internal Medicine*

Dr. Purnachandra Yerneni, MD is an internist in Bogalusa, LA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSIDAD DEL COMAHUE / FACULTAD DE MEDICINA in 1979. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Our Lady of the Angels Hospital and Highland Community Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. Purnachandra Yerneni, MD

Practice

1011 Avenue F Bogalusa, LA 70427
Telehealth availableTelehealth services available
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Accepting new patients

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Yerneni specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals

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Dr. Yerneni's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Yerneni

3.8

6 ratings, 4 with a written review
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
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Mark Green – Dec 16, 2020
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Bogalusa, LA – Feb 05, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Purnachandra Yerneni, MD is an internist in Bogalusa, LA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSIDAD DEL COMAHUE / FACULTAD DE MEDICINA in 1979. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Our...read more
  • Internal Medicine

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  • Universidad Del Comahue / Facultad De Medicina

    Medical School, 1979
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
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Within the last one to three years

Locations

Practice

Purnachandra R Yerneni MD1011 Avenue F Bogalusa, LA 70427
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Our Lady of the Angels Hospital

    433 Plaza St
    Bogalusa, LA 70427
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    11% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

    18% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Highland Community Hospital

    130 Highland Pkwy
    Picayune, MS 39466

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% lower than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Riverside Medical Center

    1900 Main St
    Franklinton, LA 70438
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