17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sukkar, Critical Care Internist in Fairfax, VA?
Dr. Adlah Sukkar, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Fairfax, VA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Sukkar completed her residency at Johns Hopkins University Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Sukkar is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sukkar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sukkar’s office.
Where did Dr. Sukkar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Johns Hopkins University Hospital | Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine, Johns Hopkins, Baltimore, MD USA
Residency: Johns Hopkins University Affiliated Hospitals | Johns Hopkins University Affiliated Hospitals
Is Dr. Sukkar board certified as a Critical Care Internist?
Yes, Dr. Adlah Sukkar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2005
What languages does Dr. Sukkar speak?
Dr. Sukkar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
French
What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Sukkar typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Sukkar 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. Sukkar. 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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Abnormal Findings on Scans of Other Specific Body Structures
- Unusual Scan Results (Other Body Parts)
- Atypical Imaging Findings (Other)
- Abnormal X-ray/MRI/CT (Other)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9389: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other specified body structures
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- Lung Scarring
- Fibrotic Lung Disease
- Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J8410: Pulmonary fibrosis, unspecified
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Sukkar typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Adlah Sukkar may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Sukkar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sukkar accept my insurance?
Dr. Sukkar 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. Sukkar accept in Fairfax, VA?
Dr. Sukkar in Fairfax, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Johns Hopkins Health System
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sukkar's office located?
What is Dr. Sukkar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sukkar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548362791.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sukkar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sukkar
What is Dr. Adlah Sukkar's specialty?
Dr. Sukkar is a Critical Care Internist near Fairfax, VA.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Adlah Sukkar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sukkar is affiliated with Inova Fairfax Hospital, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital, Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital, Inova Loudoun Hospital, Uva Health Haymarket 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 Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Adlah Sukkar accepting new patients in Fairfax, VA?
Yes, Dr. Adlah Sukkar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Adlah Sukkar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sukkar's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Adlah Sukkar?
Please contact Dr. Sukkar's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Adlah Sukkar have?
Dr. Adlah Sukkar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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