Sanath Dharmasena, MD

Internal Medicine

Sanath Dharmasena is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Staten Island, NY with over 17 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(845) 514-4278Staten Island, NY
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Patients across NY can see Sanath Dharmasena, MD in person in Staten Island or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at New York University School of Medicine (class of 2009), he has been practicing for over 17 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 80% of reporting doctors in New York
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 2,154 Internal Medicine providers in NYSee all Internal Medicine in Staten Island17+ years experienceNPI since 2008

Older · 1259dNPPES updated 2022-12-12 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at New York State Board for Medicine

Contact & Location

Practice Location

11 Ralph Pl Ste 105, Staten Island, NY 10304-4405

Fax: (888) 501-6619
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 Arthritis.

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

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+4%)53%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Higher than avg (+12%)46%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
32%

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

US avg: 31.7%
Anxiety Disorders
Lower than avg (-5%)29%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here

COPD
Higher than avg (+1%)21%

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — a group of lung diseases that block airflow

US avg: 20.4%

↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
21%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

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. Graduated medical school · 2009

    New York University School of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Dec 11, 2022

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 17 years in practice

    Experienced

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

Taxonomy: 207R00000X

Education & Training

New York University School of Medicine (Class of 2009)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

1290 Forest Hill Rd, Staten Island, NY 10314-6368

Differs from practice location

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Sanath Dharmasena

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Sanath Dharmasena for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Staten Island required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sanath Dharmasena

Dr. Dharmasena is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Staten Island, NY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (845) 514-4278.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

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

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