36 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sosa, Addiction Medicine Specialist in Fall River, MA?
Dr. Jesus Sosa, MD is an Addiction Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fall River, MA. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Sosa graduated from Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center and completed his residency at Umdnj-Univ Hosp, General Surgery; St Joseph Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Sosa is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sosa’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sosa’s office.
Where did Dr. Sosa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Umdnj-Univ Hosp, General Surgery; St Joseph Hosp, General Surgery | UMDNJ Newark | Exempla St Joseph Hospital Program
Medical School: Rush Med Coll of Rush University, Chicago Il | Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center
Is Dr. Sosa board certified as an Addiction Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Jesus Sosa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Sosa speak?
Dr. Sosa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
Spanish
What conditions does an Addiction Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sosa typically treat?
As an Addiction Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sosa 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. Sosa. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioid Abuse
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
- Opioid misuse
- Drug abuse (opioids)
- Problem opioid use
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
- F1110: Opioid abuse, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Chronic Skin Ulcer on Right Lower Leg
- Skin Condition
- Non-Pressure Leg Sore
- Persistent Leg Wound
- Right Leg Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore on Lower Leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97818: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right lower leg with other specified severity
Also known as:
- Right Lower Leg Open Wound
- Wounds and Injuries
- Right Leg Cut
- Right Leg Injury
- Open Sore on Right Lower Leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- S81801A: Unspecified open wound, right lower leg, initial encounter
What procedures does an Addiction Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sosa typically perform?
As an Addiction Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sosa 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. Sosa. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Unna Boot Application
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Compression Boot Application
- Unna Paste Bandage
- Leg Ulcer Dressing
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Skin Replacement
- Bioengineered Skin Application
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
- 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
- Proud flesh removal
- Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
- Granulation tissue treatment
- Wound cautery
CPT Codes:
- 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)
Also known as:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
Does Dr. Sosa accept my insurance?
Dr. Sosa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sosa accept in Fall River, MA?
Dr. Sosa in Fall River, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BMC Health System
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Point32Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Sosa's office located?
What is Dr. Sosa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sosa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508850975.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sosa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sosa
What is Dr. Jesus Sosa's specialty?
Dr. Sosa is a Addiction Medicine Specialist near Fall River, MA.
What does an Addiction Medicine Specialist do?
An addiction medicine specialist is a medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of individuals with substance use disorders (SUDs) and other addictive behaviors. They are trained to address the physical, psychological, and social aspects of addiction to provide comprehensive care to patients struggling with various types of addictions.
Is this Dr. Jesus Sosa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sosa is affiliated with Rhode Island Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Addiction Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jesus Sosa accepting new patients in Fall River, MA?
Yes, Dr. Jesus Sosa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jesus Sosa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sosa's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jesus Sosa?
Please contact Dr. Sosa's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jesus Sosa have?
Dr. Jesus Sosa is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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1010 S Main St
Fall River, MA 02724