Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sands, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Portland, OR?
Dr. Vicki Sands, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Portland, OR with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Sands graduated from Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Stanford Univ Hosp, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Sands is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sands’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sands’s office at (503) 215-6000.
Where did Dr. Sands go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Stanford Univ Hosp, Emergency Medicine
Medical School: Or Hlth Sci Univ Sch of Med, Portland Or | Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Sands board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Vicki Sands, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sands speak?
Dr. Sands and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sands typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Vicki Sands may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Sands' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sands accept my insurance?
Dr. Sands accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 215-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sands accept in Portland, OR?
Dr. Sands in Portland, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Territories
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Cambia Health Solutions
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sands' office located?
What is Dr. Sands's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sands's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043395080.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sands?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sands
What is Dr. Vicki Sands's specialty?
Dr. Sands is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Portland, OR.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Vicki Sands affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sands is affiliated with Providence Portland Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Sunnyside Medical Center, Hillsboro 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
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Is Vicki Sands accepting new patients in Portland, OR?
Yes, Dr. Vicki Sands is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vicki Sands offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sands's office at (503) 215-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vicki Sands?
Please contact Dr. Sands's office at (503) 215-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vicki Sands have?
Dr. Vicki Sands is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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