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Dr. Linda Saunders, DO
Billings, MT
19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Saunders, Family Medicine Specialist in Billings, MT?
Dr. Linda Saunders, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Billings, MT with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Saunders graduated from University of California. Dr. Saunders is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saunders’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saunders’s office at (406) 237-3850.
Where did Dr. Saunders go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of California | Western University of Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific
Is Dr. Saunders board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Linda Saunders, DO is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Saunders speak?
Dr. Saunders and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Saunders treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Saunders 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. Saunders. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Adult Failure to Thrive
- Geriatric Failure to Thrive
- Unexplained Decline in Adults
- Wasting Syndrome in Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- R627: Adult failure to thrive
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Skin infection
- Bacterial skin inflammation
- Acute skin infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0390: Cellulitis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Saunders perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Linda Saunders may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Saunders' office.
Does Dr. Saunders accept my insurance?
Dr. Saunders accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (406) 237-3850 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Saunders accept in Billings, MT?
Dr. Saunders in Billings, MT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allegiance Benefit Plan Management
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Saunders' office located?
What is Dr. Saunders's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Saunders's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629286430.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saunders?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Saunders
What is Dr. Linda Saunders's specialty?
Dr. Saunders is a Family Medicine Specialist near Billings, MT. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Saunders to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Linda Saunders affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Saunders is affiliated with St. Vincent Regional Hospital - Intermountain Healthcare 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Linda Saunders accepting new patients in Billings, MT?
Yes, Dr. Linda Saunders is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Linda Saunders offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Saunders's office at (406) 237-3850 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Linda Saunders?
Please contact Dr. Saunders's office at (406) 237-3850 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Linda Saunders have?
Dr. Linda Saunders is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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