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Dr. Vandana Sharma, MD

Rheumatologist

Walnut Creek, CA

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sharma, Rheumatologist in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Vandana Sharma, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Sharma graduated from Agartala Government Medical College and completed her residency at PCOM/Pennsylvania Hospital Program. Dr. Sharma is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sharma’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sharma’s office at (925) 280-9400.

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

    • Residency: PCOM/Pennsylvania Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Government Medical College, Jammu & Kashmir | Agartala Government Medical College | Jammu University / Medical College

    Is Dr. Sharma board certified as a Rheumatologist?

    Yes, Dr. Vandana Sharma, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Sharma speak?

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

    • English
    • Hindi

    What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Sharma typically treat?

    As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Sharma 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. Sharma. 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:

    • Rheumatoid Arthritis
    • RA
    • Chronic inflammatory arthritis
    • Autoimmune arthritis
    • Inflammatory joint disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
    • M0600: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Psoriatic Arthritis
    • Psoriasis
    • Psoriatic joint inflammation
    • Arthritis with psoriasis
    • Psoriasis-related joint pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fibromyalgia
    • Widespread pain syndrome
    • Chronic muscle pain
    • Fibromyositis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M797: Fibromyalgia

    Also known as:

    • Polymyalgia Rheumatica
    • Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
    • PMR
    • Inflammatory Rheumatism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica

    Also known as:

    • Giant cell arteritis
    • Giant Cell Arteritis
    • Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
    • Temporal arteritis
    • Horton's disease
    • Cranial arteritis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M316: Other giant cell arteritis

    What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Sharma typically perform?

    As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Vandana Sharma may include:

    Please contact Dr. Sharma's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Sharma accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sharma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 280-9400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sharma accept in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Sharma in Walnut Creek, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Central Health

    • Cigna Group

    • Contra Costa

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sharma's office located?

    Dr. Vandana Sharma's Primary Practice

    1450 Treat Blvd Ste 200

    Walnut Creek, CA 94597

    (925) 280-9400

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    Dr. Vandana Sharma's Practice 2

    1844 San Miguel Dr Ste 103

    Walnut Creek, CA 94596

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

    Dr. Sharma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528131588.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sharma?

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

    What is Dr. Vandana Sharma's specialty?

    Dr. Sharma is a Rheumatologist near Walnut Creek, CA.

    What does a Rheumatologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.

    Is Dr. Vandana Sharma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sharma is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, John Muir Health Concord 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 Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Rheumatologist. Explore 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 Dr. Vandana Sharma accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Vandana Sharma is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Vandana Sharma offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sharma's office at (925) 280-9400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Vandana Sharma?

    Please contact Dr. Sharma's office at (925) 280-9400 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sharma's office located?

    Dr. Sharma's office is located in Walnut Creek, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Vandana Sharma have?

    Dr. Vandana Sharma is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.