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Dr. Valerie Sams, MD

Trauma Surgeon, Surgeon, Critical Care Surgeon

Cincinnati, OH

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sams, Trauma Surgeon in Cincinnati, OH?

    Dr. Valerie Sams, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Cincinnati, OH with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sams is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sams’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sams’s office at (513) 584-4000.

    What languages does Dr. Sams speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Sams typically treat?

    As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Sams 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. Sams. 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:

    • Multiple Broken Ribs
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Multiple Rib Fractures
    • Rib Cage Fracture
    • Broken Ribs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S2243XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, bilateral, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Oxygen
    • Lung Disease
    • Hypoxemia
    • Reduced oxygen in blood
    • Oxygen deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0902: Hypoxemia

    Also known as:

    • Collapsed Lung
    • Atelectasis
    • Lung collapse
    • Incomplete lung expansion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9811: Atelectasis

    Also known as:

    • Vascular Access Device Management
    • Vascular Access Care
    • Port Management
    • Catheter Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device

    Also known as:

    • Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
    • Anemia
    • Acute Blood Loss Anemia
    • Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia

    What procedures does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Sams typically perform?

    As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Sams 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. Sams. 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:

    • Feeding Tube Placement with Endoscopy
    • PEG Tube Placement
    • Gastrostomy Tube Insertion
    • EGD with Feeding Tube
    • Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43246: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with directed placement of percutaneous gastrostomy tube

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

    Also known as:

    • Planned Tracheostomy
    • Tracheotomy
    • Surgical Airway Creation
    • Breathing Tube Placement (Surgical)
    • Neck Airway Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 31600: Tracheostomy, planned (separate procedure);

    Also known as:

    • Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
    • Central Line Placement
    • CVC Insertion
    • Temporary Central Line
    • IV Access Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older

    Does Dr. Sams accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sams accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (513) 584-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sams accept in Cincinnati, OH?

    Dr. Sams in Cincinnati, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Ohio

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sams' office located?

    Dr. Valerie Sams' Primary Practice

    3188 Bellevue Ave

    Cincinnati, OH 45219

    (513) 584-4000

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    Dr. Valerie Sams' Practice 2

    234 Goodman St

    Cincinnati, OH 45219

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    Dr. Valerie Sams' Practice 3

    7700 University Dr

    West Chester, OH 45069

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

    Dr. Sams's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861657223.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sams?

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

    What is Dr. Valerie Sams's specialty?

    Dr. Sams is a Trauma Surgeon near Cincinnati, OH.

    What does a Trauma Surgeon do?

    Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency.

    Is Dr. Valerie Sams affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sams is affiliated with Uc Medical Center, West Chester Hospital, Meadowview Regional Medical Center, Kettering Health Hamilton 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 Dr. Valerie Sams accepting new patients in Cincinnati, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Valerie Sams is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Valerie Sams offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sams' office at (513) 584-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Valerie Sams?

    Please contact Dr. Sams' office at (513) 584-4000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sams' office located?

    Dr. Sams' offices are located in Cincinnati, OH and West Chester, OH.