Summary

Dr. Smitha Bhikkaji is an internal medicine physician who specializes in hospital medicine, bringing 27 years of clinical experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from Osmania Medical College and has dedicated her career to caring for hospitalized patients with complex medical conditions. Dr. Bhikkaji provides care in English for patients and their families.

Dr. Bhikkaji practices at Reston Hospital Center in Reston, Virginia, and maintains affiliations with Adventist Rehabilitation White Oak. She treats patients with serious conditions including high blood pressure emergencies, breathing difficulties, and severe infections. Her expertise includes ordering and interpreting important diagnostic tests such as kidney function assessments, complete blood counts, and comprehensive blood chemistry panels to guide patient care decisions.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 27 years of experience
  • 25 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Osmania Medical College
  • 2 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Reston Hospital Center

1850 Town Center PkwyReston, VA 20190

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Speaks English Speaks Vietnamese, English, Hindi Speaks English Speaks English
Reston , VAGermantown , MDWashington , DCWashington , DC
Med School: Osmania Medical College Med School: Kasturba Medical College of Mangalore Med School: Hahnemann University School Of Medicine Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Smitha Bhikkaji

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriHealth
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CareSource
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Maryland Physicians Care
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MedStar Family Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Priority Partners
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • University of Maryland Health Partners

Medical Specialties

Dr. Smitha Bhikkaji has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Smitha Bhikkaji has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Chest Pain
  • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
  • Hospital Medicine
  • Meningitis
  • Pneumonia

Certifications, License, & Education

27 Years Experience

Dr. Smitha Bhikkaji holds an active medical license in the states of Maryland and Virginia.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Maryland that expires in 2026 and an active medical license in the state of Virginia that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Osmania Medical College in 1999.

NPI Number

Dr. Bhikkaji's NPI number is 1346291051.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Smitha Bhikkaji accepting new patients?
Dr. Smitha Bhikkaji has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Smitha Bhikkaji accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Smitha Bhikkaji affiliated with?
Dr. Smitha Bhikkaji is affiliated with Adventist Rehabilitation White Oak.
Where is Dr. Smitha Bhikkaji's office located?
Dr. Smitha Bhikkaji's office is located at 1850 Town Center Pkwy, Reston, VA, 20190.
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