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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sakla, Diagnostic Radiologist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Nicole Sakla, DO is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sakla is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sakla’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sakla’s office at (202) 877-7000.
What languages does Dr. Sakla speak?
Dr. Sakla and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sakla treat?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Sakla 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. Sakla. 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.
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Breast Pain
- Breast Disease
- Mastalgia
- Tender Breasts
- Sore Breasts
ICD-10 Codes:
- N644: Mastodynia
Also known as:
- Breast Lump in Right Breast Overlapping Quadrants
- Lump in Upper Outer Left Breast
- Breast Lump in Right Upper Outer Quadrant
- Lump in Left Breast (Multiple Areas)
- Lump in Left Breast
- Lump in Right Breast
- Breast Disease
- Lump in right breast multiple areas
- Right breast mass overlapping
- Palpable mass right breast
- Mass in upper outer left breast
- Nodule in left breast upper outer
- Lump in right breast upper outer
- Right breast mass upper outer
- Palpable mass right upper outer breast
- Mass in left breast multiple quadrants
- Left breast lump overlapping areas
- Nodule in left breast widespread
- Left breast mass
- Left breast lesion
- Left breast nodule
- Right breast mass
- Right breast lesion
- Right breast nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6315: Unspecified lump in the right breast, overlapping quadrants
- N6321: Unspecified lump in the left breast, upper outer quadrant
- N6311: Unspecified lump in the right breast, upper outer quadrant
- N6325: Unspecified lump in the left breast, overlapping quadrants
- N6320: Unspecified lump in the left breast, unspecified quadrant
- N6310: Unspecified lump in the right breast, unspecified quadrant
Also known as:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Calcium Spots on Mammogram
- Mammography
- Breast calcifications
- Mammogram calcifications
- Calcium deposits in breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- R921: Mammographic calcification found on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammogram
- Breast Exam
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1239: Encounter for other screening for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulosis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Diverticular Disease
- Colon Diverticula
- Pockets in the Colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Heterogeneous Density in Both Breasts on Mammogram
- Dense Breasts (Bilateral)
- Unevenly Dense Breasts
- Mammographic Heterogeneous Bilateral Breasts
ICD-10 Codes:
- R92333: Mammographic heterogeneous density, bilateral breasts
Also known as:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Dense Breasts
- Fibroglandular breast tissue
- Dense breast tissue
- High breast density
ICD-10 Codes:
- R92323: Mammographic fibroglandular density, bilateral breasts
Also known as:
- Gallstones in Gallbladder and Bile Duct
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis and Choledocholithiasis
- Stones in Gallbladder and Bile Duct
- Combined Gallstone Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8070: Calculus of gallbladder and bile duct without cholecystitis without obstruction
What procedures does Dr. Sakla perform?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Sakla 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. Sakla. 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.
Also known as:
- Ultrasound-Guided Breast Biopsy
- MRI-Guided Breast Biopsy
- Stereotactic Breast Biopsy (Additional Lesion)
- Breast Biopsy
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
- Breast Tissue Sample
- Breast Lesion Biopsy with Clip
- Magnetic Resonance Breast Biopsy
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy with MRI
- Breast Lesion Biopsy with Localization
- Image-Guided Breast Biopsy
- Breast Lesion Sampling
CPT Codes:
- 19083: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance
- 19085: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including magnetic resonance guidance
- 19082: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; each additional lesion, including stereotactic guidance (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Breast Biopsy with Stereotactic Guidance
- Breast Biopsy
- Stereotactic Breast Biopsy
- Image-Guided Breast Biopsy
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
- Breast Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 19081: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including stereotactic guidance
Also known as:
- Breast Lesion Localization
- Breast Lesion Localization for Surgery
- Breast clip placement
- Wire localization for breast surgery
- Radioactive seed placement in breast
- Ultrasound-guided breast marker
- Breast Clip Placement
- Breast Seed Placement
- Stereotactic Breast Localization
- Wire Localization for Breast Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 19285: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance
- 19283: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including stereotactic guidance
Also known as:
- Soft Tissue Marker Placement
- Localization device insertion
- Percutaneous tissue marking
- Biopsy site marker placement
- Radioactive seed placement
CPT Codes:
- 10035: Placement of soft tissue localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous, including imaging guidance; first lesion
Also known as:
- Superficial Lymph Node Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Needle Lymph Node Biopsy
- Cervical Lymph Node Biopsy
- Inguinal Lymph Node Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 38505: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); by needle, superficial (eg, cervical, inguinal, axillary)
Also known as:
- Radioactive Tracer Injection for Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
- Sentinel Node Mapping Injection
- Lymph Node Tracer Injection
- Radioactive Dye for Lymph Nodes
- Sentinel Lymph Node Identification
CPT Codes:
- 38792: Injection procedure; radioactive tracer for identification of sentinel node
Does Dr. Sakla accept my insurance?
Dr. Sakla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 877-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sakla accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Sakla 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
MedStar Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sakla's office located?
What is Dr. Sakla's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sakla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760975643.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sakla?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sakla
What is Dr. Nicole Sakla's specialty?
Dr. Sakla is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Washington, DC. A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions. Contact Dr. Sakla to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nicole Sakla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sakla is affiliated with MedStar Washington Hospital Center, MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center, MedStar St. Mary's Hospital, MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center, MedStar Montgomery Medical Center, MedStar Harbor 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
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Is Nicole Sakla accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Nicole Sakla is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicole Sakla offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sakla's office at (202) 877-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicole Sakla?
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