Summary

Dr. Ramachandra Sista treats respiratory failure, hypertension, and pulmonary hypertension, and performs pulmonary function testing, bronchodilator reversibility testing, and asthma challenge tests. He practices pulmonology and is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Hospital.

He completed a residency at Wayne State University School of Medicine in 1996 and two fellowships at Stanford University Medical Center, completing in 2005 and 2008. He sees patients in Phoenix, Arizona. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Sista 5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 46 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Stanford University Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Banner - University Medicine Lung Institute

755 East McDowell Road Floor 3Phoenix, AZ 85006

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PulmonologyCritical Care MedicineAllergy & ImmunologyNurse Practitioner
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32 Years of Experience 44 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Phoenix , AZScottsdale , AZPhoenix , AZSurprise , AZ
Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Ramachandra Rao Sista

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • AmeriGroup
  • Ascension Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Banner Health
  • Banner Health - HMO
  • Banner Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Banner Health - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Health Choice Arizona
  • Health Choice Arizona - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthChoice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Magellan Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • Mercy Care - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mercy Care - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum Health
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - IPA
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • University of Arizona Health Plans
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Ramachandra Rao Sista has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Ramachandra Rao Sista has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Bronchoscopy
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Emphysema
  • Lung Transplantation
  • Pneumonia
  • Pulmonologist
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

Ramachandra Rao Sista holds an active medical license in the state of Arizona.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Arizona that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Stanford University Medical Center in 2008 and Stanford University Medical Center in 2005.

Residency

Completed their residency at Wayne State University School of Medicine in 1996.

Internship

Completed their internship at Government General Hospital in 1991.

NPI Number

Ramachandra Rao Sista's NPI number is 1083740252.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ramachandra Sista accepting new patients?
Ramachandra Sista is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Ramachandra Sista's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Ramachandra Sista accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Ramachandra Sista accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Ramachandra Sista affiliated with?
Ramachandra Sista is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Hospital.
Where is Ramachandra Sista's office located?
Ramachandra Sista's office is located at 755 East McDowell Road Floor 3, Phoenix, AZ, 85006.
How can I make an appointment with Ramachandra Sista?
You can find contact information for Ramachandra Sista here on Vitals.

Data Sources

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  • NPPES NPI Registry
  • State medical licensing boards
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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