Rajitha Sunkara, M.D

Hematology & Oncology

Internal Medicine

Rajitha Sunkara is a Hematology & Oncology specialist based in Seattle, WA with over 24 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(206) 520-5000Seattle, WA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Rajitha Sunkara, M.D has been part of the Seattle medical community since 2008 in group practice. With 24+ years of experience, she has been practicing in the Seattle area. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and cancer (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 93.09/100 (2023).

At a glance

  • Federal MIPS score higher than 46% of MIPS-scored doctors in Washington
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 192 Internal Medicine providers in WASee all Internal Medicine in Seattle24+ years experienceNPI since 2008

Older · 979dNPPES updated 2023-09-19 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Washington Medical Commission

Contact & Location

Practice Location

825 Eastlake Ave E, Seattle, WA 98109-4405

CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Washington.

MIPS Score

2023

93.09/100

Washington avg: 87.4 · US avg: 83.6

Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.5 pts)

Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in Washington

How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

35.8%

Washington avg: 85.1 · US avg: 82.8

Lower than most doctors nationally(-47 pts)

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

234

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

55

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

285

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $1.70M

Percentile rankings compared against 1,521 reporting peers in Washington.

Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.

Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Cancer.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Cancer
Higher than avg (+54%)75%

Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts

US avg: 20.8%

↑ More patients than average (+54%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-8%)41%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here

Ischemic Heart Disease
32%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%
Diabetes
Lower than avg (-4%)30%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here

Chronic Kidney Disease
Lower than avg (-1%)29%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here

Atrial Fibrillation
Higher than avg (+3%)25%

An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke

US avg: 22%

↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Board certified · Sep 18, 2023

    Self-reported via NPPES

  2. 24 years in practice

    Experienced

Internal MedicineHematology & Oncology in SeattleAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.

Taxonomy: 207RH0003X

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

Po Box 50095, Seattle, WA 98145-5095

Differs from practice location

Virtual Hematology & Oncology Care With Rajitha Sunkara

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Rajitha Sunkara for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — no travel to Seattle required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rajitha Sunkara

NPI records show Dr. Sunkara as active with telehealth listed in Seattle, WA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (206) 520-5000.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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