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Who is Dr. Sandler, Surgeon in Rockville, MD?
Dr. Glenn Sandler, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Rockville, MD with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Sandler graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine and completed his residency at Jacobi Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine Program. Dr. Sandler is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sandler’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sandler’s office at (301) 251-4128.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Sandler?
Dr. Glenn Sandler, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Sandler empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Cancer & Surgery, Gallbladder Surgery, Hernia, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Rockville/MD community, Dr. Sandler is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Sandler go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Jacobi Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine Program
Medical School: University of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md | University of Maryland School of Medicine
Is Dr. Sandler board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Glenn Sandler, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Sandler speak?
Dr. Sandler and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Sandler treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Sandler 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. Sandler. 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:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Obstructed Belly Button Hernia
- Umbilical Hernia
- Recurrent Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Umbilical Hernia with Obstruction
- Blocked Belly Button Hernia
- Strangulated Umbilical Hernia
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
- Recurrent Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Repeated Groin Hernia
- Recurring Hernia in Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K420: Umbilical hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K4091: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, recurrent
Also known as:
- Bilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Double Groin Hernia
- Hernia in Both Groins
- Non-obstructed Inguinal Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4020: Bilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Long-term Gallbladder Inflammation
- Chronic Cholecystitis
- Ongoing Gallbladder Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- K811: Chronic cholecystitis
Also known as:
- Benign Lipoma of Trunk
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous fatty lump on body
- Trunk lipoma
- Body fatty tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D171: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of trunk
What procedures does Dr. Sandler perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Sandler 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. Sandler. 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:
- Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
- Repair of Small Abdominal Hernia (Complicated)
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Recurrent Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Repair of Recurrent Inguinal Hernia
- Emergency Groin Hernia Repair
- Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Emergency Repair of Femoral Hernia
- Umbilical Hernia Repair (Age 5+)
- Groin Hernia Surgery
- Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
- First Inguinal Hernia Fix
- Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
- Epigastric Hernia Repair
- Umbilical Hernia Surgery
- Incisional Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Strangulated Hernia Surgery
- Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
- Repeat Groin Hernia Surgery
- Inguinal Hernia Recurrence Surgery
- Recurrent Groin Hernia Surgery
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernioplasty
- Inguinal Hernia Surgery
- Strangulated Hernia Repair
- Incarcerated Hernia Surgery
- Ventral hernia repair
- Umbilical hernia surgery
- Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
- Incisional hernia repair
- Strangulated Femoral Hernia Repair
- Incarcerated Femoral Hernia Surgery
- Groin Hernia Emergency Surgery
- Belly Button Hernia Repair
- Adult Umbilical Hernia Surgery
- Reducible Umbilical Hernia Surgery
- Navel Hernia Repair
CPT Codes:
- 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
- 49592: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, incarcerated or strangulated
- 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
- 49520: Repair recurrent inguinal hernia, any age; reducible
- 49651: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair recurrent inguinal hernia
- 49507: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; incarcerated or strangulated
- 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible
- 49553: Repair initial femoral hernia, any age; incarcerated or strangulated
- 49585: Repair umbilical hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
- 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography
Also known as:
- Emergency Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Incarcerated Hernia Repair
- Strangulated Hernia Surgery
- Ventral Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Umbilical Hernia Repair
CPT Codes:
- 49594: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, incarcerated or strangulated
Also known as:
- Large Soft Tissue Tumor Removal (Back/Flank)
- Large Soft Tissue Tumor Removal (Neck/Chest)
- Small Tumor Removal from Abdominal Wall
- Soft Tissue Tumor Excision
- Back Tumor Removal
- Flank Tumor Surgery
- Intramuscular Tumor Excision
- Neck soft tissue tumor removal
- Chest wall tumor excision
- Subfascial tumor removal
- Large intramuscular tumor surgery
- Abdominal Wall Tumor Excision
- Subcutaneous Tumor Removal
- Abdominal Lump Removal
CPT Codes:
- 21933: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of back or flank, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); 5 cm or greater
- 21554: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of neck or anterior thorax, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); 5 cm or greater
- 22902: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of abdominal wall, subcutaneous; less than 3 cm
Also known as:
- Removing a Small Lump from Upper Arm or Elbow
- Small Soft Tissue Tumor Removal (Back/Flank)
- Removal of Soft Tissue Tumor (Neck/Chest)
- Large Tumor Removal from Shoulder
- Arm Tumor Excision
- Elbow Lump Removal
- Subcutaneous Tumor Removal
- Soft Tissue Tumor Excision
- Back Tumor Removal
- Flank Tumor Surgery
- Neck Tumor Excision
- Chest Wall Tumor Removal
- Soft Tissue Mass Excision
- Shoulder Tumor Excision (Deep)
- Large Soft Tissue Tumor Surgery (Shoulder)
- Intramuscular Shoulder Tumor Removal
- Shoulder Mass Excision
CPT Codes:
- 24075: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of upper arm or elbow area, subcutaneous; less than 3 cm
- 21932: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of back or flank, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); less than 5 cm
- 21556: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of neck or anterior thorax, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); less than 5 cm
- 23073: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of shoulder area, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); 5 cm or greater
Also known as:
- Removal of Small Soft Tissue Tumor (Forearm/Wrist)
- Soft Tissue Tumor Removal from Thigh or Knee
- Forearm Tumor Excision
- Wrist Soft Tissue Mass Removal
- Subcutaneous Tumor Removal Arm
- Small Tumor Removal Forearm
- Thigh Tumor Excision
- Knee Soft Tissue Mass Removal
- Subcutaneous Tumor Resection Leg
CPT Codes:
- 25075: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of forearm and/or wrist area, subcutaneous; less than 3 cm
- 27337: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of thigh or knee area, subcutaneous; 3 cm or greater
Also known as:
- Removal of Large Abdominal Wall Soft Tissue Tumor
- Abdominal Tumor Excision (Large)
- Soft Tissue Tumor Removal (Abdomen)
- Deep Abdominal Wall Tumor Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 22901: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of abdominal wall, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); 5 cm or greater
Also known as:
- Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
- Intermediate Wound Repair (2.5 cm or less)
- Wounds and Injuries
- Laceration Repair (Body)
- Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
- Deep Wound Stitching (Body)
- Complex Wound Closure
- Deep Wound Stitching
- Injury Repair
CPT Codes:
- 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
- 12031: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.5 cm or less
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesion
- Large Benign Skin Lesion Removal
- Benign Skin Growth Excision
- Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
- Mole Removal
- Skin Tumor Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
- Large Skin Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11403: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
- 11406: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm
Also known as:
- Removal of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth (1.1-2.0 cm)
- Benign Skin Lesion Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
- Mole Removal (Non-Cancerous)
CPT Codes:
- 11402: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
Also known as:
- Complex Wound Repair on Torso (2.6-7.5 cm)
- Trunk Wound Closure (Complex)
- Deep Torso Laceration Repair
- Complex Body Wound Stitching
CPT Codes:
- 13101: Repair, complex, trunk; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
Also known as:
- Breast Lesion Localization
- Breast clip placement
- Wire localization for breast surgery
- Radioactive seed placement in breast
- Ultrasound-guided breast marker
CPT Codes:
- 19285: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Breast Lump Removal with Marker Guidance
- Image-Guided Breast Lesion Excision
- Wire-Localized Breast Biopsy
- Open Excision of Marked Breast Lesion
- Breast Mass Removal with Marker
CPT Codes:
- 19125: Excision of breast lesion identified by preoperative placement of radiological marker, open; single lesion
Also known as:
- Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Excision
- Open Axillary Node Biopsy
- Underarm Lymph Node Removal
CPT Codes:
- 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)
Also known as:
- Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
- Lymph Node Identification
- Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
- Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes
CPT Codes:
- 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Sandler accept my insurance?
Dr. Sandler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 251-4128 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sandler accept in Rockville, MD?
Dr. Sandler in Rockville, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
Chevron
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Medicare
RiverSpring Health
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sandler's office located?
Dr. Glenn Sandler's Primary Practice
9707 Medical Center Dr Ste 200
Rockville, MD 20850
(301) 251-4128
What is Dr. Sandler's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sandler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619987559.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sandler?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sandler
What is Dr. Glenn Sandler's specialty?
Dr. Sandler is a Surgeon near Rockville, MD. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Sandler to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Glenn Sandler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sandler is affiliated with Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove 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
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Is Glenn Sandler accepting new patients in Rockville, MD?
Yes, Dr. Glenn Sandler is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Glenn Sandler offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sandler's office at (301) 251-4128 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Glenn Sandler?
Please contact Dr. Sandler's office at (301) 251-4128 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Glenn Sandler have?
Dr. Glenn Sandler is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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