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18 Years of Experience
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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 here.
Also known as:
- Obesity
- Class 1 Obesity
- Severe Obesity
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- 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:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
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 call our office at 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
Unknown
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What is Dr. Sandesara's NPI number?An 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 this 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
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Is 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?
Please contact Dr. Sandesara's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rinku Sandesara?
Please contact Dr. Sandesara's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rinku Sandesara have?
Dr. Rinku Sandesara is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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