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Dr. Shabnam Samankan, MD

Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist

Washington, DC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Samankan, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Shabnam Samankan, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. Dr. Samankan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Samankan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Samankan’s office at (202) 715-4000.

    What languages does Dr. Samankan speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Samankan typically treat?

    As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Samankan 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. Samankan. 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:

    • Benign Breast Lump
    • Benign Tumor
    • Breast Disease
    • Non-cancerous breast mass
    • Breast fibroadenoma
    • Benign breast disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D241: Benign neoplasm of right breast

    Also known as:

    • Benign Left Breast Tumor
    • Benign Tumor
    • Breast Disease
    • Non-cancerous left breast growth
    • Left breast mass
    • Left breast lump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D242: Benign neoplasm of left breast

    Also known as:

    • Thyroid Cancer
    • Thyroid Carcinoma
    • Malignant Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Gland Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland

    Also known as:

    • Lymphatic Disorder
    • Lymphatic Disease
    • Lymph Node Disorder
    • Lymph Vessel Disease
    • Non-Infectious Lymphatic Problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I898: Other specified noninfective disorders of lymphatic vessels and lymph nodes

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Tonsils
    • Tonsil hypertrophy
    • Swollen tonsils
    • Big tonsils

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J351: Hypertrophy of tonsils

    Also known as:

    • Salivary Gland Stones
    • Salivary Gland Disorder
    • Salivary stones
    • Sialoliths
    • Blocked salivary duct

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K115: Sialolithiasis

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Breast Disorder
    • Breast Disease
    • Various breast conditions
    • Miscellaneous breast ailments
    • Specific breast problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N6489: Other specified disorders of breast

    Also known as:

    • Cystic Breast Changes in Right Breast
    • Breast Disease
    • Fibrocystic right breast
    • Diffuse breast cysts right side
    • Right breast cystic disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N6011: Diffuse cystic mastopathy of right breast

    Also known as:

    • Other Placental Disorder
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Unspecified placenta problems
    • Various placenta conditions
    • General placenta issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O43893: Other placental disorders, third trimester

    What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Samankan typically perform?

    As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Shabnam Samankan may include:

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

    Does Dr. Samankan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Samankan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 715-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Samankan accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Samankan in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • District of Columbia

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Samankan's office located?

    Dr. Shabnam Samankan's Primary Practice

    900 23rd St NW

    Washington, DC 20037

    (202) 715-4000

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

    Dr. Samankan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487031738.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Samankan?

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

    What is Dr. Shabnam Samankan's specialty?

    Dr. Samankan is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Washington, DC.

    What does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist do?

    A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases.

    Is Dr. Shabnam Samankan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Samankan is affiliated with George Washington University Hospital, Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove 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 Dr. Shabnam Samankan accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Shabnam Samankan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shabnam Samankan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Samankan's office at (202) 715-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shabnam Samankan?

    Please contact Dr. Samankan's office at (202) 715-4000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Samankan's office located?

    Dr. Samankan's office is located in Washington, DC.