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Dr. Sandra Banks, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Largo, MD

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Banks, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Largo, MD?

    Dr. Sandra Banks, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Largo, MD with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Banks completed her residency at Geo Washington Univ Sch Med, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Banks is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Banks’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Banks’s office at (301) 870-7001.

    Where did Dr. Banks go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Geo Washington Univ Sch Med, Emergency Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Pittsburgh Sch of Med, Pittsburgh Pa

    Is Dr. Banks board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Sandra Banks, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Banks speak?

    Dr. Banks and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Banks typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Banks 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. Banks. 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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Banks typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sandra Banks may include:

    Please contact Dr. Banks' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Banks accept my insurance?

    Dr. Banks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 870-7001 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Banks accept in Largo, MD?

    Dr. Banks in Largo, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

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    Where is Dr. Banks' office located?

    Dr. Sandra Banks' Primary Practice

    1221 Mercantile Ln

    Largo, MD 20774

    (301) 870-7001

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    Dr. Sandra Banks' Practice 2

    8118 Good Luck Rd

    Lanham, MD 20706

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    Dr. Sandra Banks' Practice 3

    7503 Surratts Rd Ste G125

    Clinton, MD 20735

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    What is Dr. Banks's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Banks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245241348.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Banks?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Banks

    What is Dr. Sandra Banks's specialty?

    Dr. Banks is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Largo, MD.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Sandra Banks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Banks is affiliated with Um Capital Region Medical Center, Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center, Holy Cross Hospital - Silver Spring, Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center, George Washington University 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Sandra Banks accepting new patients in Largo, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Sandra Banks is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sandra Banks offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Banks' office at (301) 870-7001 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sandra Banks?

    Please contact Dr. Banks' office at (301) 870-7001 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Banks' office located?

    Dr. Banks' offices are located in Largo, MD, Lanham, MD, and Clinton, MD.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sandra Banks have?

    Dr. Sandra Banks is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.