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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. She is board certified. Dr. Sunkara is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sunkara’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare 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 as a 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 a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Sunkara typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Testicular Disorder
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Sunkara typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Sunkara performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
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
Cambia Health Solutions
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
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.
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, Confluence Health Hospital - Central Campus, Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center, Multicare Tacoma General 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 a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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