Sonam Kiwalkar
Expertise in
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Expertise in
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Overview

Sonam Kiwalkar, MD, MEHP, is a board-certified rheumatologist who cares for people with arthritis, autoimmune diseases and other rheumatic conditions. She is committed to helping patients better understand their health, manage their symptoms and achieve lasting improvements in their quality of life.Dr. Kiwalkar believes the best care begins with listening. She takes the time to understand each patient’s concerns, answer questions, and explain diagnoses and treatment options in a clear, easy-to-understand way. Working together, she develops personalized treatment plans that reflect each person’s goals, values and lifestyle. Her approach combines compassion, education and evidence-based care to help patients feel informed, supported and empowered throughout their healthcare journey.Dr. Kiwalkar received the Rheumatology Research Foundation’s Clinician Scholar Educator Award (2023–2026), recognizing her work to advance education that improves care for people with rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases. She is an active member of several professional organizations dedicated to advancing rheumatology care and research.Outside of medicine, Dr. Kiwalkar enjoys Indian cooking and is a trained classical Indian dancer.

Dr. Kiwalkar is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA), Ankylosing Spondylitis, Psoriatic Arthritis, and Non-Radiographic Axial Spondyloarthritis (nr-axSpA).

Dr. Kiwalkar is board certified in Rheumatology, American Board Of Internal Medicine and Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Kiwalkar is currently accepting new patients.

Graduate Institution

Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College, Pune, India

Residency

Internal Medicine

Specialties

Rheumatology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in WA

Board Certifications

Rheumatology, American Board Of Internal Medicine
Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine

Fellowships

Rheumatology, Oregon Health & Science University

Hospital Affiliations

Puget Sound High Value Network.
Rainier Health Network.
Virginia Mason Medical Center.

Languages Spoken

English
Hindi
Marathi

Gender

Female

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cambia Health Solutions
  • EPO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Group Health Cooperative
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Horizon Healthcare
  • EPO
  • POS
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Kaiser
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
Kaiser Permanente
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • POS
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Moda Health
  • EPO
  • PPO
PacificSource
  • PPO
Premera Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • PPO
Trustmark
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Medical Pavilion - Federal Way
33501 1st Way S., Federal Way, WA 98003

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.


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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Sonam Kiwalkar

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Sonam Kiwalkar?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Sonam Kiwalkar by calling their office at 206-223-6824. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Sonam Kiwalkar a top-rated expert for Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sonam Kiwalkar is classified as an Advanced expert for Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Sonam Kiwalkar specialize in?

While Dr. Sonam Kiwalkar is a Rheumatology, they have specific expertise in Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA), Ankylosing Spondylitis, and Psoriatic Arthritis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Rheumatology.

Does Dr. Sonam Kiwalkar participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Sonam Kiwalkar has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA). You can view a list of Dr. Sonam Kiwalkar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Sonam Kiwalkar accept my insurance?

Dr. Sonam Kiwalkar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 206-223-6824 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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