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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. She has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified. 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 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 as a 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 a Pediatrician like Dr. Abdullah typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    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

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Abdullah typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Abdullah 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    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

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • District of Columbia

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • MedStar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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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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    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.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    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.

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

    Yes, Dr. Abdullah 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    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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