16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. John, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Sunitha John, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX. She has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. John graduated from Kigezi International School Of Medicine and completed her residency at Prince George's Hospital Center. Dr. John is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. John’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. John’s office at (214) 345-7999.
Where did Dr. John go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Georgetown University Medical Center, Palliative Care
Residency: Prince George's Hospital Center
Medical School: Kigezi International School Of Medicine | Kigezi International School Of Medicine
Is Dr. John board certified in Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
Yes, Dr. Sunitha John, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. John speak?
Dr. John and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. John treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. John 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. John. 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:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Which procedures does Dr. John perform as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Sunitha John may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
For detailed information, please contact Dr. John's office.
Does Dr. John accept my insurance?
Dr. John accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 345-7999 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. John accept in Dallas, TX?
Dr. John in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Baylor Scott & White Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. John's office located?
Dr. Sunitha John's Primary Practice
8200 Walnut Hill Ln Ste 830
Dallas, TX 75231
(214) 345-7999
Recognitions
Awards
Best Intern - St. Joseph's Regional Medical Center, Paterson, New Jers
Hansing Merit Scholar - Kigezi International School of Medicine
What is Dr. John's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. John's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114971777.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. John?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. John
What is Dr. Sunitha John's specialty?
Dr. John is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Dallas, TX. An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care. Contact Dr. John to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sunitha John affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. John is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Allen 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
Where can I learn more about Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?
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Is Sunitha John accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?
Yes, Dr. Sunitha John is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sunitha John offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. John's office at (214) 345-7999 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sunitha John?
Please contact Dr. John's office at (214) 345-7999 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sunitha John have?
Dr. Sunitha John is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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