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Dr. Rinku Sandesara, MD

Pediatric Endocrinologist, Pediatrician, Endocrinologist

Arlington, VA

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients
Online booking
Telehealth

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sandesara, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Arlington, VA?

    Dr. Rinku Sandesara, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Arlington, VA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Sandesara completed her residency at Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Pediatrics. Dr. Sandesara is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sandesara’s office.

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

    • Residency: Rush-Presby-St Luke'S M C, Pediatrics

    Is Dr. Sandesara board certified as a Pediatric Endocrinologist?

    Yes, Dr. Rinku Sandesara, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Sandesara speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Sandesara typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Sandesara 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. Sandesara. 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:

    • Obesity
    • Class 1 Obesity
    • Severe Obesity
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI
    • Mild Obesity
    • Moderate Obesity
    • BMI Class 1 Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified
    • E66811: Obesity, class 1
    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Short Stature in Children
    • Growth Disorder
    • Child Growth Problems
    • Dwarfism
    • Growth Retardation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6252: Short stature (child)

    Also known as:

    • Delayed Puberty
    • Early Puberty
    • Puberty
    • Central precocious puberty
    • Late puberty
    • Slow puberty development
    • Precocious puberty
    • Puberty at a young age

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E300: Delayed puberty
    • E301: Precocious puberty

    Also known as:

    • Underactive Pituitary Gland
    • Pituitary Disorder
    • Combined pituitary hormone deficiency
    • Isolated growth hormone deficiency
    • Hypopituitarism
    • Pituitary Hormone Deficiency
    • Low Pituitary Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E230: Hypopituitarism

    Also known as:

    • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
    • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
    • PCOS
    • Stein-Leventhal Syndrome
    • Polycystic Ovaries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E282: Polycystic ovarian syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Sandesara typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Rinku Sandesara may include:

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

    Does Dr. Sandesara accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sandesara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sandesara accept in Arlington, VA?

    Dr. Sandesara in Arlington, VA 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)

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sandesara's office located?

    Dr. Rinku Sandesara also offers virtual visits

    Dr. Rinku Sandesara's Primary Practice

    950 N Glebe Rd Ste 700

    Arlington, VA 22203

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    Dr. Rinku Sandesara's Practice 2

    278 Cedar Ln SE PMB 4032

    Vienna, VA 22180

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    Dr. Rinku Sandesara's Practice 3

    3023 Hamaker Ct Ste 600

    Fairfax, VA 22031

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Rinku Sandesara?

    Dr. Sandesara has appointments available at her Arlington, VA office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Sandesara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548478712.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sandesara?

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

    What is Dr. Rinku Sandesara's specialty?

    Dr. Sandesara is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Arlington, VA.

    What does a Pediatric Endocrinologist do?

    A pediatrician specializing in the care of infants, children, and adolescents with diseases caused by abnormalities in the endocrine glands, which produce hormones. This includes conditions such as diabetes mellitus, growth failure, atypical body size for age, early or delayed puberty, congenital abnormalities, and disorders affecting the thyroid, adrenal, and pituitary glands, as well as the genital region.

    Is Dr. Rinku Sandesara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sandesara is affiliated with Sentara Northern Virginia Medical 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 Pediatric Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatric Endocrinologist. 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. Rinku Sandesara accepting new patients in Arlington, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Rinku Sandesara is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rinku Sandesara offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Sandesara, or contact the office for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rinku Sandesara?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Sandesara, or contact the office for more information.

    Where is Dr. Sandesara's office located?

    Dr. Sandesara's offices are located in Arlington, VA, Vienna, VA, and Fairfax, VA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rinku Sandesara have?

    Dr. Rinku Sandesara is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.