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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sanaka, Gastroenterologist in Cary, NC?
Dr. Sirish Sanaka, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Cary, NC with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Sanaka is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sanaka’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sanaka’s office at (973) 972-2343.
Is Dr. Sanaka board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Sirish Sanaka, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sanaka speak?
Dr. Sanaka and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Telugu
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Sanaka typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Sanaka 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. Sanaka. 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:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD with Esophagitis
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
- Heartburn with Esophagus Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
- K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Sanaka typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Sanaka 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. Sanaka. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- EGD with Esophageal Balloon Dilation
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
- Upper Endoscopy with Esophageal Dilation
- Flexible Esophagoscopy with Balloon
- EGD with Balloon Widening
CPT Codes:
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 43249: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic balloon dilation of esophagus (less than 30 mm diameter)
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)
Does Dr. Sanaka accept my insurance?
Dr. Sanaka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 972-2343 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sanaka accept in Cary, NC?
Dr. Sanaka in Cary, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Sanaka's office located?
Dr. Sirish Sanaka's Primary Practice
1120 SE Cary Pkwy Ste 204
Cary, NC 27518
(973) 972-2343
What is Dr. Sanaka's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sanaka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902017452.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sanaka?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sanaka
What is Dr. Sirish Sanaka's specialty?
Dr. Sanaka is a Gastroenterologist near Cary, NC.
What does a Gastroenterologist do?
An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs.
Is this Dr. Sirish Sanaka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sanaka is affiliated with Wakemed Cary Hospital, Wakemed Raleigh Campus, Unc Health Rex 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 Sirish Sanaka accepting new patients in Cary, NC?
Yes, Dr. Sirish Sanaka is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sirish Sanaka offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sanaka's office at (973) 972-2343 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sirish Sanaka?
Please contact Dr. Sanaka's office at (973) 972-2343 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sirish Sanaka have?
Dr. Sirish Sanaka is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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