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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sun, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Washington, DC?
Dr. Zhifei Sun, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Sun is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sun’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. Sun’s office at (202) 444-5365.
What languages does Dr. Sun speak?
Dr. Sun and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sun treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Sun 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. Sun. 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:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoidal Skin Tags
- Piles
- Swollen Veins in Anus
- Anal Lumps
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
- Anal skin tags
- Perianal skin tags
- Leftover hemorrhoid skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K649: Unspecified hemorrhoids
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
- K644: Residual hemorrhoidal skin tags
Also known as:
- Other Anal and Rectal Condition
- Anal and Rectal Disorder
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Disorder
- Proctitis
- Anal Disorders
- Rectal Disorders
- Anorectal disease
- Anal problems
- Rectal problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6289: Other specified diseases of anus and rectum
- K629: Disease of anus and rectum, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula
- Anal Dysplasia
- Anal Disorder
- Fistulas
- Perianal Fistula
- Fistula-in-Ano
- Abnormal Anal Tract
- Abnormal anal cells
- Precancerous anal changes
- Anal epithelial dysplasia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K603: Anal fistula
- K6282: Dysplasia of anus
Also known as:
- Anal Cancer
- Early Stage Anal Cancer
- Anal Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Anal Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Anus Cancer
- Anal Carcinoma
- Precancerous Anal Lesion
- Stage 0 Anal Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C210: Malignant neoplasm of anus, unspecified
- D013: Carcinoma in situ of anus and anal canal
Also known as:
- Anal Fissure
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Tear
- Fissure in Anus
- Perianal Fissure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K602: Anal fissure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Regional Enteritis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Terminal Ileitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5090: Crohn's disease, unspecified, without complications
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Having an Ileostomy
- Ostomy
- Ostomy Surgery of the Bowel
- Ileal stoma
- Bowel diversion surgery
- Small intestine ostomy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z932: Ileostomy status
Also known as:
- Other Intestinal Condition
- Colonic Disease
- Small Intestine Disorder
- Bowel Conditions
- Gut Problems
- Digestive Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6389: Other specified diseases of intestine
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Genital Warts
- Venereal Warts
- HPV Warts
- Anogenital Warts
ICD-10 Codes:
- A630: Anogenital (venereal) warts
Also known as:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Intestine Diverticulitis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Inflamed Bowel Diverticula
- Bowel Diverticular Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5792: Diverticulitis of intestine, part unspecified, without perforation or abscess without bleeding
What procedures does Dr. Sun perform?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Sun 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. Sun. 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:
- Rectal Tumor Removal Through Anus
- Removal of Rectal Tumor
- Rectal Tumor Removal
- Transanal tumor excision
- Full thickness rectal resection
- Rectal cancer surgery via anus
- Transanal Rectal Tumor Excision
- Partial Thickness Rectal Tumor Removal
- Rectal Lesion Excision
- Rectal Tumor Ablation
- Transanal Tumor Excision
- Rectal Cancer Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 45172: Excision of rectal tumor, transanal approach; including muscularis propria (ie, full thickness)
- 45171: Excision of rectal tumor, transanal approach; not including muscularis propria (ie, partial thickness)
- 45190: Destruction of rectal tumor (eg, electrodesiccation, electrosurgery, laser ablation, laser resection, cryosurgery) transanal approach
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula Surgery
- Fistulectomy
- Fistulotomy
- Anal Fistula Repair
- Perianal Fistula Repair
- Intersphincteric Fistula Repair
- Perianal Fistula Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 46280: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); transsphincteric, suprasphincteric, extrasphincteric or multiple, including placement of seton, when performed
- 46270: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); subcutaneous
- 46275: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); intersphincteric
Also known as:
- Anal Biopsy
- Rectal Wall Biopsy
- Anorectal Biopsy
- Anal Tissue Sample
CPT Codes:
- 45100: Biopsy of anorectal wall, anal approach (eg, congenital megacolon)
Also known as:
- High-Resolution Anoscopy with Biopsy
- Anoscopy
- HRA with Biopsy
- Anal Canal Magnification Exam
- Anorectal Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 46607: Anoscopy; with high-resolution magnification (HRA) (eg, colposcope, operating microscope) and chemical agent enhancement, with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Removal of Multiple Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoidectomy
- Internal and External Hemorrhoid Surgery
- Piles Removal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 46260: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, 2 or more columns/groups;
Also known as:
- Removal of Anal Lesions (Electrocautery)
- Extensive Anal Lesion Removal
- Anal Wart Removal (Electrocautery)
- Electrosurgical Destruction of Anal Lesions
- Anus Lesion Excision
- Electrodessication of Anal Condyloma
- Anal wart removal
- Destruction of anal condyloma
- Anal papilloma treatment
- Anal lesion ablation
CPT Codes:
- 46910: Destruction of lesion(s), anus (eg, condyloma, papilloma, molluscum contagiosum, herpetic vesicle), simple; electrodesiccation
- 46924: Destruction of lesion(s), anus (eg, condyloma, papilloma, molluscum contagiosum, herpetic vesicle), extensive (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery)
Also known as:
- Anal Lesion Excision
- Removal of Anal Warts
- Surgical Excision of Anal Lesions
- Anus Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 46922: Destruction of lesion(s), anus (eg, condyloma, papilloma, molluscum contagiosum, herpetic vesicle), simple; surgical excision
Also known as:
- Anal Sphincter Nerve Block
- Internal Anal Sphincter Chemodenervation
- Anal Sphincter Injection
- Botox for Anal Fissure
- Chemical Denervation of Anal Muscle
CPT Codes:
- 46505: Chemodenervation of internal anal sphincter
Also known as:
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Sigmoidoscopy
- Lower colon exam
- Flexible colon scope
- Rectum and lower colon check
CPT Codes:
- 45330: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Surgical Anorectal Exam with Anesthesia
- Anesthesia
- Diagnostic anorectal exam under anesthesia
- Rectal exam with general anesthesia
- Anorectal surgery for diagnosis
CPT Codes:
- 45990: Anorectal exam, surgical, requiring anesthesia (general, spinal, or epidural), diagnostic
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoid Removal Surgery
- Hemorrhoidectomy
- Piles Surgery
- Internal and External Hemorrhoid Excision
CPT Codes:
- 46255: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, single column/group;
Also known as:
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Biopsy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Sigmoid Colon Scope with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy with Tissue Sample
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and Biopsy
- Rectum and Lower Colon Exam
CPT Codes:
- 45331: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Appendectomy
- Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
- Keyhole Appendectomy
- Scope Appendectomy
CPT Codes:
- 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy
Also known as:
- Seton Placement
- Fistula Seton Insertion
- Drainage Seton Placement
- Anal Fistula Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 46020: Placement of seton
Also known as:
- Complicated Pilonidal Cyst Removal
- Pilonidal Sinus Excision
- Surgery for Pilonidal Cyst
- Complex Pilonidal Cystectomy
- Tailbone Cyst Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11772: Excision of pilonidal cyst or sinus; complicated
Does Dr. Sun accept my insurance?
Dr. Sun accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 444-5365 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sun accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Sun 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
BCBS Unspecified
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal Employee Program
Medicare
MedStar Health
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sun's office located?
Dr. Zhifei Sun's Primary Practice
3800 Reservoir Rd NW Fl PHC4
Washington, DC 20007
(202) 444-5365
What is Dr. Sun's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sun's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386900884.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sun?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sun
What is Dr. Zhifei Sun's specialty?
Dr. Sun is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Washington, DC. A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders. Contact Dr. Sun to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Zhifei Sun affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sun is affiliated with MedStar Washington Hospital Center, MedStar St. Mary's Hospital, Sentara CarePlex Hospital, Prince William 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
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Is Zhifei Sun accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Zhifei Sun is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Zhifei Sun offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sun's office at (202) 444-5365 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Zhifei Sun?
Please contact Dr. Sun's office at (202) 444-5365 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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