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Dr. Sahla Abdullah, MD

Dr. Sahla Abdullah, MD

Washington, DC

14 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Abdullah, Pediatrician in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Sahla Abdullah, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Abdullah graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond and completed her residency at MED. Dr. Abdullah is fluent in English, Amharic, Bengali, Sign Languages, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abdullah’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abdullah’s office at (202) 291-2900.

    Where did Dr. Abdullah go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: MED

    • Medical School: Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond

    Is Dr. Abdullah board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Sahla Abdullah, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Pediatrics since 2007

    What languages does Dr. Abdullah speak?

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

    • Amharic

    • Bengali

    • English

    • Sign Languages

    • Urdu

    What conditions does Dr. Abdullah treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Abdullah 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. Abdullah. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
    • Health Checkup
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
    • Newborn Exam
    • Infant Checkup
    • Post-Birth Checkup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
    • Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms
    • Nasal Congestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
    • J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Ear Infection
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6690: Otitis media, unspecified, unspecified ear

    Also known as:

    • Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Rashes
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation
    • Skin Rash

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L309: Dermatitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Viral Intestinal Infection
    • Gastroenteritis
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
    • Viral stomach flu
    • Viral enteritis
    • Viral gut infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Postnasal Drip
    • Sinusitis
    • PND
    • Mucus in throat
    • Throat clearing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0982: Postnasal drip

    Also known as:

    • Acne
    • Pimples
    • Zits
    • Breakouts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L709: Acne, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
    • Baby Health Checkup
    • Infant and Newborn Care
    • Early infant health exam
    • First week baby checkup
    • Post-delivery newborn exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Which procedures does Dr. Abdullah perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Sahla Abdullah may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Abdullah's office.

    Does Dr. Abdullah accept my insurance?

    Dr. Abdullah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 291-2900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Abdullah accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Abdullah in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • District of Columbia

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Services for Children With Special Needs (HSCSN)

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

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    Where is Dr. Abdullah's office located?

    Dr. Sahla Abdullah's Primary Practice

    106 Irving St NW Ste 306

    Washington, DC 20010

    (202) 291-2900

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    Dr. Sahla Abdullah's Practice 2

    8609 2nd Ave Ste 407B

    Silver Spring, MD 20910

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

    Dr. Abdullah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730225079.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abdullah?

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

    What is Dr. Sahla Abdullah's specialty?

    Dr. Abdullah is a Pediatrician near Washington, DC. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Abdullah to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Sahla Abdullah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Abdullah is affiliated with Medstar Georgetown University Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with 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 Sahla Abdullah accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Sahla Abdullah is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sahla Abdullah offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Abdullah's office at (202) 291-2900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sahla Abdullah?

    Please contact Dr. Abdullah's office at (202) 291-2900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sahla Abdullah have?

    Dr. Sahla Abdullah is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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