Summary

Dr. Richard Sankary is a pulmonologist with over four decades of experience treating respiratory and sleep-related conditions. They earned their medical degree from Harvard Medical School and completed their residency at UCSF Medical Center. With 44 years in practice, Dr. Sankary brings extensive expertise to the diagnosis and treatment of lung disorders. They are fluent in Spanish and Chinese, enabling them to serve diverse patient populations.

Dr. Sankary practices at Stanford Hospital in Pinole, California. They specialize in treating sleep apnea conditions, including obstructive sleep apnea and pediatric sleep disorders. Their diagnostic capabilities include chest imaging services such as fluoroscopy and X-rays. Dr. Sankary also provides preventive care through influenza vaccinations for their patients.

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Quick Facts

  • 44 years of experience
  • 19 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Chinese
  • Ucsf Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Office Location

Richard Sankary

2160 Appian Way Ste 200Pinole, CA 94564
Mon7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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PulmonologyPulmonologyPulmonologyPulmonology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
44 Years of Experience 40 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, Chinese Speaks English Speaks English
Pinole , CAStanford , CAEmeryville , CAStanford , CA
Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: University Of South Alabama College Of Medicine Med School: UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO FACULTY OF MEDICINE Med School: UNIVERSIDAD AUTONOMA DE GUADALAJARA
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Richard Sankary

  • Aetna
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicare
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - Medicare
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Contra Costa Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Richard Sankary has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Richard Sankary has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Angiographic Visualization
  • Asthma
  • Chest Infection
  • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
  • Diabetes
  • Emphysema
  • Insomnia
  • Pneumonia
  • Pulmonologist
  • Tuberculosis (TB)

Certifications, License, & Education

44 Years Experience

Richard Sankary holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Ucsf Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Harvard Medical School in 1982.

NPI Number

Richard Sankary's NPI number is 1861481541.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Richard Sankary accepting new patients?
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Which hospitals is Richard Sankary affiliated with?
Richard Sankary is affiliated with Stanford Hospital.
Where is Richard Sankary's office located?
Richard Sankary's office is located at 2160 Appian Way Ste 200, Pinole, CA, 94564.
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