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Bhanu K. Sunku, MD

Bhanu K. Sunku, MD

Optum Provider

Specialty

Pediatric Gastroenterology

Languages

English

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  • About Bhanu K. Sunku, MD

    Bhanu K. Sunku, MD, is a board-certified pediatrician and pediatric gastroenterologist. He earned his medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine, completed a pediatric residency at Winthrop University Hospital, and a fellowship in pediatric gastroenterology at Children's Memorial Hospital at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.

    Philosophy of care

    Dr. Sunku is dedicated to compassionate, family-centered care and works closely with parents to support children's digestive health and overall well-being.

    Gender

    Male

    Board certifications

    American Board of Pediatrics,Pediatric Gastroenterology

    Licenses

    NY, 263230

    Employed or contracted

    Employed

    Network Name

    CareMount

    NPI

    1508803909

  • Insurance Accepted

    This list is for informational purposes only and may not reflect the most current plans accepted by the provider. Optum accepts most major health insurance plans. Please contact your insurance company to confirm your coverage, eligibility, and the provider's participation in your plan.

    • 1199
    • Aetna
    • Affinity
    • Anthem BCBS
    • CDPHP
    • CHN
    • Centivo
    • Cigna
    • Coventry
    • EmblemHealth
    • First Health
    • Healthfirst
    • Humana
    • MVP Healthcare
    • MagnaCare
    • MetroPlus
    • MultiPlan
    • NYSHIP
    • Northwell Direct
    • Oscar
    • Oxford
    • TRICARE
    • UMR

  • Education

    Medical School

    • Boston University School of Medicine

    Residency

    • Winthrop-University Hospital

    Fellowship

    • Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

      Pediatric Gastroenterology

  • Awards and Publications

    Castle Connolly Top Doctor

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