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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sastry, Anesthesiologist in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Sunita Sastry, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA. She has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Sastry completed her residency at Stanford Univ Hosp, Critical Care Medicine-Anesthesiology; Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Clarian Methodist Hosp Of Indi, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sastry is fluent in English, French, Hindi, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sastry’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sastry’s office at (650) 498-7103.
Where did Dr. Sastry go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Stanford Univ Hosp, Critical Care Medicine-Anesthesiology; Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Clarian Methodist Hosp Of Indi, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Grant Medical College - Bombay Universiry
Is Dr. Sastry board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Sunita Sastry, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Sastry speak?
Dr. Sastry and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Hindi
Tamil
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Sastry typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Sastry 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. Sastry. 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Supraventricular Tachycardia
- Premature Ventricular Contractions
- Atrial Flutter
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
- SVT
- Fast heart rate
- Rapid heartbeat
- PVCs
- Ventricular Ectopic Beats
- Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
- A-flutter
- Heart flutter
- Rapid atrial rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- I4710: Supraventricular tachycardia, unspecified
- I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
- I4892: Unspecified atrial flutter
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Sastry typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sunita Sastry may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
Please contact Dr. Sastry's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sastry accept my insurance?
Dr. Sastry accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 498-7103 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sastry accept in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Sastry in Stanford, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AllCare Health
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Medicare
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Sastry's office located?
What is Dr. Sastry's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sastry's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447272588.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sastry?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sastry
What is Dr. Sunita Sastry's specialty?
Dr. Sastry is a Anesthesiologist near Stanford, CA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Sunita Sastry affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sastry is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Ahmc Seton 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 Sunita Sastry accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sunita Sastry is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sunita Sastry offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sastry's office at (650) 498-7103 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sunita Sastry?
Please contact Dr. Sastry's office at (650) 498-7103 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sunita Sastry have?
Dr. Sunita Sastry is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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