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Dr. Sarah Upson, MD

Critical Care Internist, Internist, Pulmonologist

Tucson, AZ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Upson, Critical Care Internist in Tucson, AZ?

    Dr. Sarah Upson, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Upson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Upson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Upson’s office at (520) 324-5461.

    What languages does Dr. Upson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Upson typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Upson 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. Upson. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Upson typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Sarah Upson may include:

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

    Does Dr. Upson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Upson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 324-5461 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Upson accept in Tucson, AZ?

    Dr. Upson in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Banner Health

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Mercy Care

    • State of Arizona

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Upson's office located?

    Dr. Sarah Upson's Primary Practice

    5301 E Grant Rd

    Tucson, AZ 85712

    (520) 324-5461

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    Dr. Sarah Upson's Practice 2

    1501 N Campbell Ave

    Tucson, AZ 85724

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

    Dr. Upson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639675127.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Upson?

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

    What is Dr. Sarah Upson's specialty?

    Dr. Upson is a Critical Care Internist near Tucson, AZ.

    What does a Critical Care Internist do?

    An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.

    Is Dr. Sarah Upson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Upson is affiliated with Tucson Medical Center 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 a Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care Internist. 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. Sarah Upson accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Sarah Upson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sarah Upson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Upson's office at (520) 324-5461 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sarah Upson?

    Please contact Dr. Upson's office at (520) 324-5461 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Upson's office located?

    Dr. Upson's office is located in Tucson, AZ.