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Dr. Michael Santoro, MD

Mount Vernon, WA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Santoro, Occupational Medicine Specialist in Mount Vernon, WA?

    Dr. Michael Santoro, MD is an Occupational Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Mount Vernon, WA. He is board certified. Dr. Santoro completed his residency at Univ Of Mi Sch Of Pub Hlth, Occupational Medicine; Ball Mem Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Santoro is fluent in English, Bengali, Hindi, and Marathi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Santoro’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Santoro’s office at (360) 424-2400.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Mi Sch Of Pub Hlth, Occupational Medicine; Ball Mem Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    Is Dr. Santoro board certified as an Occupational Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Santoro, MD is board certified by the American Board of Preventative Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Santoro speak?

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

    • Bengali

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Marathi

    What conditions does an Occupational Medicine Specialist like Dr. Santoro typically treat?

    As an Occupational Medicine Specialist, Dr. Santoro 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. Santoro. 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:

    • Strain of Lower Back Muscles, Fascia, and Tendons
    • Lower Back Muscle Strain
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled lower back muscle
    • Lumbar muscle strain
    • Back tendon strain
    • Lower back soft tissue strain
    • Back fascia strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S39012A: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, initial encounter
    • S39012D: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, subsequent encounter

    Also known as:

    • Neck Muscle Strain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled neck muscle
    • Cervical strain
    • Neck soft tissue strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Ligament Sprain
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Lumbar Sprain
    • Back Ligament Injury
    • Twisted Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S335XXD: Sprain of ligaments of lumbar spine, subsequent encounter

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee

    Also known as:

    • Sprain of Lower Back Ligaments
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Lumbar Spine Sprain
    • Stretched Lower Back Ligaments
    • Lower Back Strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S335XXA: Sprain of ligaments of lumbar spine, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Neck Strain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled Neck Muscle
    • Neck Tendon Strain
    • Neck Fascia Strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S161XXD: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, subsequent encounter

    What procedures does an Occupational Medicine Specialist like Dr. Santoro typically perform?

    As an Occupational Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Santoro may include:

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

    Does Dr. Santoro accept my insurance?

    Dr. Santoro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (360) 424-2400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Santoro accept in Mount Vernon, WA?

    Dr. Santoro in Mount Vernon, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Premera Blue Cross

    • State of Washington

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Santoro's office located?

    Dr. Michael Santoro's Primary Practice

    1401 S Laventure Rd

    Mount Vernon, WA 98274

    (360) 424-2400

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

    Dr. Santoro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437247475.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Santoro?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Santoro's specialty?

    Dr. Santoro is a Occupational Medicine Specialist near Mount Vernon, WA.

    What does an Occupational Medicine Specialist do?

    Occupational medicine is dedicated to the health of workers, emphasizing their ability to perform tasks and examining the physical, chemical, biological, and social aspects of the workplace environment. Practitioners in this field focus on promoting workplace health and preventing and managing injuries, illnesses, and disabilities related to occupational and environmental factors.

    Is this Dr. Michael Santoro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Santoro is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Peacehealth St. Joseph Medical Center, Peacehealth Peace Island Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Occupational Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Occupational 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 Michael Santoro accepting new patients in Mount Vernon, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Santoro is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Santoro offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Santoro's office at (360) 424-2400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Santoro?

    Please contact Dr. Santoro's office at (360) 424-2400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Santoro have?

    Dr. Michael Santoro is certified by the American Board of Preventative Medicine.

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