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Dr. Konika Sharma

Gastroenterologist

Waldorf, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sharma, Gastroenterologist in Waldorf, MD?

    Dr. Konika Sharma is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Waldorf, MD with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sharma is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sharma’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sharma’s office at (301) 705-7870.

    What languages does Dr. Sharma speak?

    Dr. Sharma and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Sharma typically treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Sharma 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. Sharma. 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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Ulcerative Colitis
    • Colitis
    • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
    • Chronic Colitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5190: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified, without complications

    Also known as:

    • Crohn's Disease
    • Crohn’s Disease
    • Regional Enteritis
    • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
    • Terminal Ileitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5090: Crohn's disease, unspecified, without complications

    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:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Sharma typically perform?

    As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by Dr. Konika Sharma may include:

    Please contact Dr. Sharma's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Sharma accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sharma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 705-7870 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sharma accept in Waldorf, MD?

    Dr. Sharma in Waldorf, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sharma's office located?

    Dr. Konika Sharma's Primary Practice

    10 Saint Patricks Dr

    Waldorf, MD 20603

    (301) 705-7870

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    Dr. Konika Sharma's Practice 2

    4240 Altamont Pl

    White Plains, MD 20695

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    Dr. Konika Sharma's Practice 3

    22590 Shady Ct

    California, MD 20619

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    What is Dr. Sharma's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Sharma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245784396.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sharma?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sharma

    What is Dr. Konika Sharma's specialty?

    Dr. Sharma is a Gastroenterologist near Waldorf, MD.

    What does a Gastroenterologist do?

    An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs.

    Is Dr. Konika Sharma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sharma is affiliated with Medstar St. Mary's Hospital, Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital Center, Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital, Calverthealth Medical 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

    When to see a Gastroenterologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Gastroenterologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Konika Sharma accepting new patients in Waldorf, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Konika Sharma is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Konika Sharma offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sharma's office at (301) 705-7870 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Konika Sharma?

    Please contact Dr. Sharma's office at (301) 705-7870 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sharma's office located?

    Dr. Sharma's offices are located in Waldorf, MD, White Plains, MD, and California, MD.