Summary

Dr. Prithvi Sankar is an ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care with particular expertise in glaucoma treatment. He earned his medical degree from the University of Virginia and completed his residency at Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network in 1997. With three decades of experience in ophthalmology, Dr. Sankar brings extensive knowledge to treating complex eye conditions. He is fluent in Spanish and French, allowing him to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Sankar practices at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and Penn Presbyterian Medical Center in Philadelphia, PA. His clinical focus centers on managing glaucoma and open-angle glaucoma, as well as treating cataracts. He performs specialized glaucoma procedures, iridotomy, and minimally invasive glaucoma surgery to help preserve patients' vision. Patients consistently rate Dr. Sankar highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 30 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, French
  • Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Prithvi Sankar

51 N. 39th Street Penn Presbyterian Medical CenterPhiladelphia, PA 19104

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Prithvi Sankar, MDDr. Michael Kresloff, MDDr. Nancy Wilson Crawford, MDDr. Steven Vale, MD
OphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.9 
3.6 
30 Years of Experience 45 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, French Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Philadelphia , PACollingswood , NJSpringfield , PAScranton , PA
Med School: University of Virginia Med School: UMDNJ New Jersey Medical School Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University Med School: Medical College Of Pennsylvania
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Prithvi Sankar

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Centivo
  • Cigna Healthcare
  • Claim Watcher (Homestead/INDECs)
  • Clover Health
  • Devoted Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Global Medical Management
  • HealthAmerica / HealthAssurance a Coventry Plan
  • HealthSpring (formerly Cigna)
  • Highmark Blue Shield
  • Highmark Wholecare (formerly Gateway Health)
  • Horizon BC/BS of NJ
  • Humana Medicare
  • Humana Military (Tricare/Health Net Federal Services)
  • Imagine Health (Imagine Health 360)
  • Independence Blue Cross (IBC)
  • Jefferson Health Plans/Health Partners
  • Keystone First Health Plan
  • Medicaid - New Jersey
  • Medicaid - Pennsylvania
  • Medicare - Pennsylvania
  • Oscar Health Plan of PA
  • Oxford Health Plan
  • PA Health & Wellness
  • Perennial Advantage
  • Preferred Health Care/Eliance
  • Provider Partners Health Plan
  • QualCare
  • Railroad Medicare/Palmetto GBA

Medical Specialties

Prithvi Sankar has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Prithvi Sankar has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Cataract Surgery
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Narcolepsy
  • Ophthalmologist
  • Sleep Disorders
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

Prithvi Sankar holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Lehigh Valley Hospital and Health Network in 1997.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Virginia in 1996.

NPI Number

Prithvi Sankar's NPI number is 1588691869.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Prithvi Sankar accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Prithvi Sankar has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Prithvi Sankar speak?
Prithvi Sankar speaks Spanish and French.
Where is Prithvi Sankar's office located?
Prithvi Sankar's office is located at 51 N. 39th Street Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA, 19104.
How can I make an appointment with Prithvi Sankar?
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Which hospitals is Prithvi Sankar affiliated with?
Prithvi Sankar is affiliated with Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania and Penn Presbyterian Medical Center.

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