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Dr. Zhifei Sun, MD

Washington, DC

Accepting patients

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. He is board certified. 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
    • Colon Cancer
    • Rectal Cancer
    • Bowel Cancer
    • Colorectal Carcinoma
    • Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
    • C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
    • C19: Malignant neoplasm of rectosigmoid junction
    • C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon

    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:

    • Hemorrhoids
    • Piles
    • Anal veins
    • Swollen rectal veins
    • Swollen Veins in Anus
    • Anal Lumps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K648: Other hemorrhoids
    • K649: Unspecified hemorrhoids

    Also known as:

    • Anal Fissure
    • Chronic Anal Fissure
    • Anal Disorder
    • Rectal Tear
    • Fissure in Anus
    • Perianal Fissure
    • Long-Term Anal Tear
    • Persistent Rectal Fissure
    • Chronic Fissure in Anus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K602: Anal fissure, unspecified
    • K601: Chronic anal fissure

    Also known as:

    • Other Anal and Rectal Condition
    • Anal Disorder
    • Rectal Disorder
    • Proctitis
    • Anal Disorders
    • Rectal Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K6289: Other specified diseases of anus and rectum

    Also known as:

    • Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
    • Stomach surgery aftercare
    • Bowel surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system

    Also known as:

    • Ileostomy Care
    • Ostomy
    • Ileostomy Management
    • Small Intestine Stoma Care
    • Ileostomy Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z432: Encounter for attention to ileostomy

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer surgery care
    • Oncology aftercare
    • Cancer recovery follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    Also known as:

    • Genital Warts
    • Venereal Warts
    • HPV Warts
    • Anogenital Warts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A630: Anogenital (venereal) warts

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Early Stage Anal Cancer
    • Anal Cancer
    • Anal Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
    • Precancerous Anal Lesion
    • Stage 0 Anal Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D013: Carcinoma in situ of anus and anal canal

    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:

    • Cancer Follow-up Exam
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer treatment checkup
    • Malignancy surveillance
    • Oncology follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm

    Which procedures does Dr. Sun perform as a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?

    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

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Sun's office located?

    Dr. Zhifei Sun's Primary Practice

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW

    Washington, DC 20007

    (202) 444-5365

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    Dr. Zhifei Sun's Practice 2

    1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz

    Saint Louis, MO 63110

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    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 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 Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?

    Explore Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) 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 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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