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Dr. Hemantha Sunkara, MD
West Hartford, CT
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Sunkara, Anesthesiologist in West Hartford, CT?
Dr. Hemantha Sunkara, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in West Hartford, CT with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Sunkara is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sunkara’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sunkara’s office at (203) 783-0546.
Is Dr. Sunkara board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Hemantha Sunkara, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Sunkara speak?
Dr. Sunkara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Sunkara typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, 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:
- Cataract
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
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:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Sunkara typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Hemantha Sunkara may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
Please contact Dr. Sunkara's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sunkara accept my insurance?
Dr. Sunkara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 783-0546 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sunkara accept in West Hartford, CT?
Dr. Sunkara in West Hartford, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Sunkara's office located?
Dr. Hemantha Sunkara's Primary Practice
65 Memorial Rd Ste 500
West Hartford, CT 06107
(203) 783-0546
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 1770796450.
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. Hemantha Sunkara's specialty?
Dr. Sunkara is a Anesthesiologist near West Hartford, CT.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Hemantha Sunkara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sunkara is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Hartford Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Hemantha Sunkara accepting new patients in West Hartford, CT?
Yes, Dr. Hemantha Sunkara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hemantha Sunkara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sunkara's office at (203) 783-0546 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hemantha Sunkara?
Please contact Dr. Sunkara's office at (203) 783-0546 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Hemantha Sunkara have?
Dr. Hemantha Sunkara is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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