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Dr. Simran Sandhu, MD

Columbia, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sandhu, Diagnostic Radiologist in Columbia, MD?

    Dr. Simran Sandhu, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Columbia, MD with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Sandhu is fluent in English, Hebrew, Hindi, and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sandhu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sandhu’s office at (443) 917-2855.

    Is Dr. Sandhu board certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Simran Sandhu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology

    What languages does Dr. Sandhu speak?

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

    • English

    • Hebrew

    • Hindi

    • Italian

    What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Sandhu typically treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Sandhu 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. Sandhu. 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:

    • Osteoporosis Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Bone Density Test
    • Bone Health Screening
    • DEXA Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z13820: Encounter for screening for osteoporosis

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Benign Thyroid Nodule
    • Solitary Thyroid Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
    • Blood
    • Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
    • Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
    • Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

    Also known as:

    • Bone Density Disorder
    • Bone Density
    • Bone Disease
    • Bone structure problem
    • Low bone density
    • Bone mineral density disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M8588: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, other site

    Also known as:

    • Acquired Kidney Cyst
    • Kidney Cysts
    • Acquired Cystic Kidney Disease
    • Renal Cyst
    • Simple Kidney Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N281: Cyst of kidney, acquired

    What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Sandhu typically perform?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Sandhu 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. Sandhu. 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:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Muscle Debridement
    • Skin and Tissue Debridement
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal
    • Muscle Cleaning Procedure
    • Fascia Debridement
    • Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
    • Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Debridement
    • Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Skin Substitute Graft (Small Area)
    • Artificial Skin Graft
    • Wound Covering Application
    • Skin Replacement Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 15275: Application of skin substitute graft to face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet, and/or multiple digits, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area

    Does Dr. Sandhu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sandhu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (443) 917-2855 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sandhu accept in Columbia, MD?

    Dr. Sandhu in Columbia, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Johns Hopkins Health System

    • Maryland Physicians Care

    • Medicare

    • Santa Cruz County

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    Where is Dr. Sandhu's office located?

    Dr. Simran Sandhu's Primary Practice

    10700 Charter Dr Ste 110

    Columbia, MD 21044

    (443) 917-2855

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    Dr. Simran Sandhu's Practice 2

    116 Westminster Pike Ste 104

    Reisterstown, MD 21136

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    Dr. Simran Sandhu's Practice 3

    4494 N Palmer Rd

    Bethesda, MD 20889

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

    Dr. Sandhu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891896601.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sandhu?

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

    What is Dr. Simran Sandhu's specialty?

    Dr. Sandhu is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Columbia, MD.

    What does a Diagnostic Radiologist do?

    A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions.

    Is this Dr. Simran Sandhu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sandhu is affiliated with Medstar Montgomery Medical Center, Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Adventist Healthcare White Oak Medical Center, Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center 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 a Diagnostic Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Diagnostic Radiologist. 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 Simran Sandhu accepting new patients in Columbia, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Simran Sandhu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Simran Sandhu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sandhu's office at (443) 917-2855 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Simran Sandhu?

    Please contact Dr. Sandhu's office at (443) 917-2855 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Simran Sandhu have?

    Dr. Simran Sandhu is certified by the American Board of Radiology.

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