Summary

Dr. Venkata Sanka is an internal medicine physician who specializes in hospital medicine, bringing nearly three decades of medical expertise to patient care. He earned his medical degree from BLDE University's Sri B M Patil Medical College Hospital & Research Centre and has dedicated 29 years to practicing medicine. Dr. Sanka is fluent in English and focuses his practice on comprehensive internal medicine care for hospitalized patients.

Dr. Sanka practices at Methodist Specialty and Transplant Hospital in San Antonio, Texas, where he provides expert care for patients with high blood pressure and hypertensive emergencies. His clinical expertise includes performing essential diagnostic tests such as complete blood counts and kidney function assessments through creatinine testing. Patients consistently rate Dr. Sanka highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 29 years of experience
  • 71 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Blde Universitys Sri B M Patil Med Coll Hospital & Research Centre
  • 3 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Venkata Sai Shankar C Sanka has 3 locations

Ipc The Hospitalist Co

7330 San Pedro Ave Ste 540San Antonio, TX 78216

Methodist Hospital

7700 Floyd Curl DrSan Antonio, TX 78229

Methodist Specialty And Transplant Hospital

8026 Floyd Curl DrSan Antonio, TX 78229

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4.3 
29 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish, Yoruba, French, Russian, Arabic, Chinese, Chinese (Mandarin) Speaks English, Arabic
San Antonio , TXWebster , TXMesquite , TXHouston , TX
Med School: Blde Universitys Sri B M Patil Med Coll Hospital & Research Centre Med School: Baroda Medical College Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc Med School: Al-Nahrain University College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Venkata Sai Shankar C Sanka

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • AARP - PPO
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicaid
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - POS
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Allwell
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - EPO
  • AmeriGroup
  • Ascension Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Baylor Scott & White Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - POS
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas - PPO
  • CarePlus Health Plans (Florida Medicare)
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - Medicare
  • Clover Health
  • Community First Health Plans
  • Devoted Health
  • Empire Plan
  • Friday Health Plans
  • Hawaii Medical Assurance Association (HMAA)
  • Health Net
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - PPO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optimum HealthCare
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Provider Partners Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - HSA
  • UnitedHealthcare - IPA
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - POS
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Venkata Sai Shankar C Sanka has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Venkata Sai Shankar C Sanka has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Hospital Medicine
  • Immunization
  • Other
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Blde Universitys Sri B M Patil Med Coll Hospital & Research Centre in 1997.

NPI Number

Dr. Sanka's NPI number is 1851395495.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Venkata Sanka speak?
Dr. Venkata Sanka speaks English.
Is Dr. Venkata Sanka accepting new patients?
Dr. Venkata Sanka has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Venkata Sanka accept my insurance?
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Where is Dr. Venkata Sanka's office located?
Dr. Venkata Sanka's office is located at 7330 San Pedro Ave Ste 540, San Antonio, TX, 78216.
Does Dr. Venkata Sanka accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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