28 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sistrunk, Internist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Shyrl Sistrunk is an Internist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Sistrunk graduated from Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine and completed her residency at Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine; Georgetown Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sistrunk is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sistrunk’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sistrunk’s office.
Where did Dr. Sistrunk go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine; Georgetown Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Med Univ of Sc Coll of Med, Charleston Sc | Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine
Is Dr. Sistrunk board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Shyrl Sistrunk is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sistrunk speak?
Dr. Sistrunk and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Sistrunk typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Sistrunk 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. Sistrunk. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Sistrunk typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Shyrl Sistrunk 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
Please contact Dr. Sistrunk's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sistrunk accept my insurance?
Dr. Sistrunk accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sistrunk accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Sistrunk in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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What is Dr. Sistrunk's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sistrunk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164422911.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sistrunk?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sistrunk
What is Dr. Shyrl Sistrunk's specialty?
Dr. Sistrunk is a Internist near Washington, DC.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Shyrl Sistrunk affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sistrunk is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center, George Washington University Hospital 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Shyrl Sistrunk accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Shyrl Sistrunk is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shyrl Sistrunk offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sistrunk's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shyrl Sistrunk?
Please contact Dr. Sistrunk's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shyrl Sistrunk have?
Dr. Shyrl Sistrunk is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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