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Dr. Grace Sousa, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Sunrise, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sousa, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Sunrise, FL?

    Dr. Grace Sousa, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sunrise, FL. Dr. Sousa is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sousa’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sousa’s office at (619) 992-5635.

    What languages does Dr. Sousa speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    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

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Grace Sousa may include:

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

    Does Dr. Sousa accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sousa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 992-5635 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sousa accept in Sunrise, FL?

    Dr. Sousa in Sunrise, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • AlohaCare

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of North Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sousa's office located?

    Dr. Grace Sousa's Primary Practice

    1643 NW 136th Ave

    Sunrise, FL 33323

    (619) 992-5635

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

    Dr. Sousa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851550123.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sousa?

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

    What is Dr. Grace Sousa's specialty?

    Dr. Sousa is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Sunrise, FL.

    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. Grace Sousa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sousa is affiliated with Mission Hospital, Pali Momi Medical Center, Straub Benioff Medical Center, Harris Regional Hospital, Straub Benioff Medical Center, Frye Regional Medical Center 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. Grace Sousa accepting new patients in Sunrise, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Grace Sousa is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Grace Sousa offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sousa's office at (619) 992-5635 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Grace Sousa?

    Please contact Dr. Sousa's office at (619) 992-5635 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sousa's office located?

    Dr. Sousa's office is located in Sunrise, FL.