19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sander, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Weslaco, TX?
Dr. Michael Sander, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Weslaco, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Sander graduated from Baylor College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. Sander is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sander’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sander’s office at (956) 447-9797.
Where did Dr. Sander go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
Residency: Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Orthopedic Surgery | University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine
Is Dr. Sander board certified as an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Sander, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Sander speak?
Dr. Sander and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sander typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sander diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Sander. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sander typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sander performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Sander. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Total Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Total Knee Arthroplasty
- Knee Joint Replacement
- Full Knee Replacement
- TKA Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
Also known as:
- Total Hip Replacement
- Hip Replacement
- Hip arthroplasty
- Artificial hip surgery
- Hip joint replacement
- Femoral head replacement
CPT Codes:
- 27130: Arthroplasty, acetabular and proximal femoral prosthetic replacement (total hip arthroplasty), with or without autograft or allograft
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Musculoskeletal Surgery (Image-less)
- Navigational Musculoskeletal Surgery
- Image-less Computer-Guided Surgery
- Orthopedic Navigation System
- CAS Musculoskeletal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 20985: Computer-assisted surgical navigational procedure for musculoskeletal procedures, image-less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Inhaler or Nebulizer Training
- Aerosol Device Instruction
- MDI Training
- Breathing Treatment Education
CPT Codes:
- 94664: Demonstration and/or evaluation of patient utilization of an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or IPPB device
Also known as:
- Pulse Oximetry
- Oxygen Saturation Test
- Oximeter Reading
- Blood Oxygen Level Test
CPT Codes:
- 94760: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination
Does Dr. Sander accept my insurance?
Dr. Sander accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 447-9797 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sander accept in Weslaco, TX?
Dr. Sander in Weslaco, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Universal Health Services
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Where is Dr. Sander's office located?
Dr. Michael Sander's Primary Practice
1315 E 6th St Ste 10
Weslaco, TX 78596
(956) 447-9797
What is Dr. Sander's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sander's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770531758.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sander?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sander
What is Dr. Michael Sander's specialty?
Dr. Sander is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Weslaco, TX.
What does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist do?
An Orthopaedic surgeon well-trained in sports medicines is responsible to provide proper care for musculoskeletal structures which are directly affected by involving in the sports activity. The key focus areas of these specialists include conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, nutrition on performance and health. Additionally, they handle the coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Orthopaedic surgeon with specialization in sports medicine are able to prevent and manage any athletic injuries as they have a deep understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices.
Is this Dr. Michael Sander affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sander is affiliated with Dhr Health, Rio Grande Regional Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Michael Sander accepting new patients in Weslaco, TX?
Yes, Dr. Michael Sander is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Sander offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sander's office at (956) 447-9797 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Sander?
Please contact Dr. Sander's office at (956) 447-9797 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Sander have?
Dr. Michael Sander is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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