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Dr. Sharmila Aryal, MD

Dr. Sharmila Aryal, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Kensington, MD

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Aryal, Family Medicine Specialist in Kensington, MD?

    Dr. Sharmila Aryal, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Kensington, MD with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Aryal graduated from Odessa National Medical University and completed her residency at Cook County Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Aryal is fluent in English, Hindi, and Nepali, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aryal’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aryal’s office at (301) 929-7100.

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

    • Residency: Cook County Hosp, Family Medicine | Cook County Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Odesskij Med Inst, Odessa, Ukrainian Ssr | Odessa National Medical University

    Is Dr. Aryal board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Sharmila Aryal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Aryal speak?

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

    • English
    • Hindi
    • Nepali

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Aryal typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Aryal 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. Aryal. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer

    Also known as:

    • General Health Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Routine Check-up
    • Preventive Health Exam
    • Wellness Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Chronic Low Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5459: Other low back pain

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Aryal typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sharmila Aryal may include:

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

    Does Dr. Aryal accept my insurance?

    Dr. Aryal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 929-7100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Aryal accept in Kensington, MD?

    Dr. Aryal in Kensington, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Kaiser Permanente

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    Where is Dr. Aryal's office located?

    Kaiser Permanente Kensington Medical Center

    10810 Connecticut Ave

    Kensington, MD 20895

    (301) 929-7100

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    Dr. Sharmila Aryal's Practice 2

    6104 Old Branch Ave

    Temple Hills, MD 20748

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    Dr. Sharmila Aryal's Practice 3

    655 Watkins Mill Rd

    Gaithersburg, MD 20879

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

    Dr. Aryal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356488951.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aryal?

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

    What is Dr. Sharmila Aryal's specialty?

    Dr. Aryal is a Family Medicine Specialist near Kensington, MD.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Sharmila Aryal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Aryal is affiliated with Holy Cross Hospital - Silver Spring, Adventist Healthcare White Oak 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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. Sharmila Aryal accepting new patients in Kensington, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Sharmila Aryal is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sharmila Aryal offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Aryal's office at (301) 929-7100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sharmila Aryal?

    Please contact Dr. Aryal's office at (301) 929-7100 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Aryal's office located?

    Dr. Aryal's offices are located in Kensington, MD, Temple Hills, MD, and Gaithersburg, MD.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sharmila Aryal have?

    Dr. Sharmila Aryal is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.