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32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Sax, Internist in Cincinnati, OH?
Dr. Sharon Sax is an Internist, who primarily practices in Cincinnati, OH. She has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sax graduated from University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine and completed her residency at University Hosp, Inc, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sax is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sax’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sax’s office at (513) 981-5463.
Where did Dr. Sax go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Hosp, Inc, Internal Medicine | UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
Medical School: University of Cincinnati Coll of Med, Cincinnati Oh | University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine
Is Dr. Sax board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Sharon Sax is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sax speak?
Dr. Sax and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sax treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Sax 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. Sax. 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.
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
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:
- Emphysema
- Centriacinar Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- COPD
ICD-10 Codes:
- J432: Centrilobular emphysema
Which procedures does Dr. Sax perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Sharon Sax may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sax's office.
Does Dr. Sax accept my insurance?
Dr. Sax accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (513) 981-5463 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sax accept in Cincinnati, OH?
Dr. Sax in Cincinnati, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
CommuniCare Advantage
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
State of Ohio
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sax's office located?
What is Dr. Sax's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sax's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356397608.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sax?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sax
What is Dr. Sharon Sax's specialty?
Dr. Sax is a Internist near Cincinnati, OH.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Sax to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Sharon Sax affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sax is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Sharon Sax accepting new patients in Cincinnati, OH?
Yes, Dr. Sharon Sax is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sharon Sax offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sax's office at (513) 981-5463 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sharon Sax?
Please contact Dr. Sax's office at (513) 981-5463 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sharon Sax have?
Dr. Sharon Sax is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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