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Who is Dr. Pounds, Family Medicine Specialist in Spokane, WA?
Dr. Denise Pounds, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Spokane, WA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. She is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, Washington Academy of Family Physicians, and Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society. Dr. Pounds is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pounds’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pounds’s office at (509) 535-2277.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Pounds?
Dr. Denise Pounds, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Family Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Pounds empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Mental Health, Obstetrics, Pediatrics, Primary Care, Women's Health, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Spokane, WA community, Dr. Pounds is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Pounds board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Denise Pounds, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pounds speak?
Dr. Pounds and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pounds typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pounds 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. Pounds. 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.
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Spinal Bone Infection of the Sacrum and Tailbone
- Bone Infection
- sacral osteomyelitis
- tailbone bone infection
- vertebral osteomyelitis sacral
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4628: Osteomyelitis of vertebra, sacral and sacrococcygeal region
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pounds typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Denise Pounds may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Pounds' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pounds accept my insurance?
Dr. Pounds accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (509) 535-2277 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pounds accept in Spokane, WA?
Dr. Pounds in Spokane, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Community Health Network of Washington
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pounds' office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Family Physicians
Member
Washington Academy of Family Physicians
Member
Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society
Member
What is Dr. Pounds's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pounds's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073752606.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pounds?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pounds
What is Dr. Denise Pounds's specialty?
Dr. Pounds is a Family Medicine Specialist near Spokane, WA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Denise Pounds affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Pounds is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center, Providence Sacred Heart Children's 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Denise Pounds accepting new patients in Spokane, WA?
Yes, Dr. Denise Pounds is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Denise Pounds offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pounds's office at (509) 535-2277 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Denise Pounds?
Please contact Dr. Pounds's office at (509) 535-2277 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Denise Pounds have?
Dr. Denise Pounds is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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