Summary

Dr. Prashanth Rao is a cardiovascular disease specialist with expertise in internal medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine and completed his residency at Lankenau Medical Center. With 18 years of experience treating heart conditions and providing comprehensive internal medicine care, Dr. Rao brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He speaks English, Spanish, and Chinese to better serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Rao practices at multiple locations throughout Maryland, including Lanham, Suitland, and Laurel. He specializes in managing high blood pressure and treating hypertensive emergencies when blood pressure reaches dangerous levels. His diagnostic expertise includes performing electrocardiograms to assess heart rhythm and various types of echocardiograms to evaluate heart function and structure using ultrasound technology.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 18 years of experience
  • 31 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish, Chinese
  • Lankenau Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Prashanth Sadashiva Rao has 5 locations

Capitol Cardiology Associates

8116 Good Luck Rd Ste 305Lanham, MD 20706
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Capitol Cardiology Associates

5801 Allentown Rd Ste 406Suitland, MD 20746

Luminis Health Doctors Community Hospital

8118 Good Luck RdLanham, MD 20706

Capitol Cardiology Associates

7350 Van Dusen Rd Ste 320Laurel, MD 20707
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Um Laurel Medical Center

7150 Contee RdLaurel, MD 20707

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Prashanth Sadashiva Rao

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Johns Hopkins Employer Health Programs
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Maryland Physicians Care
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MedStar Family Choice
  • MedStar Family Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Priority Partners
  • Riverside Health
  • Riverside Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • SummaCare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • University of Maryland Health Partners

Medical Specialties

Dr. Prashanth Sadashiva Rao has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Prashanth Sadashiva Rao has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Internal Medicine
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

18 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Maryland, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Lankenau Medical Center

Medical School

University Of Maryland School Of MedicineGraduated in 2008

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What languages does Dr. Prashanth Rao speak?
Dr. Prashanth Rao speaks English, Spanish, and Chinese.
Does Dr. Prashanth Rao accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Prashanth Rao has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Prashanth Rao's office located?
Dr. Prashanth Rao's office is located at 8116 Good Luck Rd Ste 305, Lanham, MD, 20706.
Does Dr. Prashanth Rao accept my insurance?
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