46 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sarma, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Pudipeddi Sarma, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. He has been practicing for over 46 years. Dr. Sarma graduated from Andhra Medical College and completed his residency at University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Program. Dr. Sarma is fluent in English, Hindi, Spanish, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sarma’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sarma’s office.
Where did Dr. Sarma go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Program
Medical School: Andhra Med Coll, Ntr Univ of Med Sci, Visakhapatnam, Ap, India | Andhra Medical College
What languages does Dr. Sarma speak?
Dr. Sarma and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
Telugu
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Sarma typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Sarma 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. Sarma. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
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
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Sarma typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Pudipeddi Sarma 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
Please contact Dr. Sarma's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sarma accept my insurance?
Dr. Sarma 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. Sarma accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Sarma in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Independence Health Group
Medicare
MedStar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sarma's office located?
What is Dr. Sarma's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sarma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578670600.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sarma?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sarma
What is Dr. Pudipeddi Sarma's specialty?
Dr. Sarma is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Washington, DC.
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. Pudipeddi Sarma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sarma is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Pudipeddi Sarma accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Pudipeddi Sarma is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pudipeddi Sarma offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sarma's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pudipeddi Sarma?
Please contact Dr. Sarma's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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2041 Georgia Ave NW
Washington, DC 20060