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Dr. Scott Stringer, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist, Internist

Sacramento, CA

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Stringer, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Scott Stringer, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Stringer completed his residency at Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Stringer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stringer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stringer’s office at (916) 452-1294.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine

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

    Yes, Dr. Scott Stringer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Stringer speak?

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

    • English

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

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

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Fatigue
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue

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

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

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal
    • Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
    • Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
    • Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
    • Knee Injection with Ultrasound

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
    • 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting

    Does Dr. Stringer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Stringer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 452-1294 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Stringer accept in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Stringer in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Stringer's office located?

    Dr. Scott Stringer's Primary Practice

    5025 J St Ste 300

    Sacramento, CA 95819

    (916) 452-1294

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

    Dr. Stringer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720196611.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stringer?

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

    What is Dr. Scott Stringer's specialty?

    Dr. Stringer is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Sacramento, CA.

    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. Scott Stringer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Stringer is affiliated with Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Sutter Roseville Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Sacramento Medical Center, Mercy General Hospital, Uc Davis Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus 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

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    Is Dr. Scott Stringer accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Scott Stringer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Scott Stringer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Stringer's office at (916) 452-1294 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Scott Stringer?

    Please contact Dr. Stringer's office at (916) 452-1294 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Stringer's office located?

    Dr. Stringer's office is located in Sacramento, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Scott Stringer have?

    Dr. Scott Stringer is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.