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Dr. Christopher Sarkis, MD

Washington, DC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sarkis, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Christopher Sarkis, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. Dr. Sarkis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sarkis’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sarkis’s office at (202) 476-5000.

    What languages does Dr. Sarkis speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Sarkis treat?

    As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sarkis 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. Sarkis. 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Head Cold
    • Nasal Congestion
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]
    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Intestinal Infection
    • Other Viral Intestinal Infection
    • Gastroenteritis
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
    • Viral stomach flu
    • Viral enteritis
    • Viral gut infection
    • Other viral stomach flu
    • Non-rotavirus enteritis
    • Various viral gut infections

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified
    • A0839: Other viral enteritis

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus
    • Enteroviral Stomatitis
    • Vesicular Stomatitis with Rash
    • HFMD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified
    • B084: Enteroviral vesicular stomatitis with exanthem

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified
    • K5909: Other constipation

    Also known as:

    • Mild Intermittent Asthma Flare-Up
    • Asthma
    • Mild Asthma Attack
    • Acute Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Asthma Exacerbation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4521: Mild intermittent asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Left Ear Infection
    • Ear Infection
    • Left Middle Ear Infection
    • Left Otitis Media
    • Left Earache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H66002: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, left ear

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Croup
    • Throat Disorder
    • Acute Laryngitis
    • Laryngotracheobronchitis
    • Barking Cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Which procedures does Dr. Sarkis perform as a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Sarkis may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sarkis' office.

    Does Dr. Sarkis accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sarkis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 476-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • CareSource

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Maryland Physicians Care

    • Riverside Health

    • State of Maryland

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Sarkis' office located?

    Dr. Christopher Sarkis' Primary Practice

    111 Michigan Ave NW

    Washington, DC 20010

    (202) 476-5000

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

    Dr. Sarkis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114459682.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sarkis?

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

    What is Dr. Christopher Sarkis's specialty?

    Dr. Sarkis is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near Washington, DC. A pediatrician with specialized qualifications in managing emergencies in infants and children, providing rapid, expert care for acute medical situations to ensure the best possible outcomes. Contact Dr. Sarkis to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Christopher Sarkis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sarkis is affiliated with Luminis Health Doctors Community 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Christopher Sarkis accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Sarkis is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Sarkis offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sarkis's office at (202) 476-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Christopher Sarkis?

    Please contact Dr. Sarkis's office at (202) 476-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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