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Who is Dr. Sunkara, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Rajitha Sunkara, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sunkara is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sunkara’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sunkara’s office at (781) 624-4800.
Is Dr. Sunkara board certified in Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Rajitha Sunkara, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sunkara speak?
Dr. Sunkara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Sunkara treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Sunkara 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. Sunkara. 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.
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Testicular Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Testicular Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
- Testis Cancer
- Germ Cell Tumor
- Male Gonadal Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
- C6290: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified testis, unspecified whether descended or undescended
- C6210: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified descended testis
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Cancer Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy to Treat Cancer
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
- Radiation treatment for cancer
- Oncology radiation
- Radiotherapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
- Z510: Encounter for antineoplastic radiation therapy
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
- Bladder carcinoma
- Urothelial bladder cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
- C670: Malignant neoplasm of trigone of bladder
Also known as:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Testicular Disorder
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
Also known as:
- Kidney Cancer
- Renal cancer
- Kidney carcinoma
- Renal cell carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C642: Malignant neoplasm of left kidney, except renal pelvis
- C649: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified kidney, except renal pelvis
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Kidney Cancer
- Ureteral Cancer
- Cancer
- Ureteral Disorder
- Transitional Cell Cancer of the Renal Pelvis and Ureter Treatment (PDQ)
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Tumor
- Urothelial Carcinoma of Bladder
- Renal Cancer
- Kidney Tumor
- Renal Cell Carcinoma
- Cancer of the ureter
- Ureter carcinoma
- Urothelial cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C678: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of bladder
- C641: Malignant neoplasm of right kidney, except renal pelvis
- C661: Malignant neoplasm of right ureter
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Cancer
- Bladder Cancer
- Kidney Cancer
- Urologic Cancer
- Genitourinary Cancer
- Urinary System Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C689: Malignant neoplasm of urinary organ, unspecified
Also known as:
- Genetic Counseling
- Genetic risk assessment
- Hereditary counseling
- DNA counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7183: Encounter for nonprocreative genetic counseling
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neuroendocrine Tumor
- Cancer
- Endocrine Disease
- Malignant NET
- Neuroendocrine Cancer
- NET Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7A8: Other malignant neuroendocrine tumors
Also known as:
- Rising PSA After Prostate Cancer Treatment
- Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
- Increasing PSA Post-Treatment
- Recurrent PSA Elevation
- Prostate Cancer Recurrence Marker
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9721: Rising PSA following treatment for malignant neoplasm of prostate
Which procedures does Dr. Sunkara perform as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Rajitha Sunkara may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sunkara's office.
Does Dr. Sunkara accept my insurance?
Dr. Sunkara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 624-4800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sunkara accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Sunkara in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Boeing
Cambia (Regence)
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sunkara's office located?
Dr. Rajitha Sunkara's Primary Practice
825 Eastlake Ave E
Seattle, WA 98109
(781) 624-4800
What is Dr. Sunkara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sunkara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205091634.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sunkara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sunkara
What is Dr. Rajitha Sunkara's specialty?
Dr. Sunkara is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Seattle, WA. An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available. Contact Dr. Sunkara to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rajitha Sunkara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sunkara is affiliated with Uw Medical Center - Montlake, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center 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
Where can I learn more about Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
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Is Rajitha Sunkara accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Rajitha Sunkara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rajitha Sunkara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sunkara's office at (781) 624-4800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rajitha Sunkara?
Please contact Dr. Sunkara's office at (781) 624-4800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rajitha Sunkara have?
Dr. Rajitha Sunkara is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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