Dr. Sandra Oakes, MD
Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist
,Geriatric Medicine Specialist
San Antonio, TX
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Oakes, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Sandra Oakes, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Oakes graduated from Faculty of Medicine National University of Colombia and completed her residency at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. Dr. Oakes is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Oakes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Oakes’s office at (210) 610-3859.
Where did Dr. Oakes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
Residency: The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
Medical School: Faculty of Medicine National University of Colombia
Is Dr. Oakes board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Sandra Oakes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Oakes speak?
Dr. Oakes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Oakes typically treat?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Oakes 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. Oakes. 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:
- Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
- Urological Device Fitting
- Bladder Device Adjustment
- Catheter Fitting
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device
Also known as:
- Cystostomy Care
- Ostomy
- Bladder Stoma Care
- Urinary Diversion Care
- Suprapubic Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z435: Encounter for attention to cystostomy
Also known as:
- Pressure Sores
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89323: Pressure ulcer of left buttock, stage 3
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Oakes typically perform?
As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sandra Oakes may include:
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Consultation
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine Follow Up
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Chemotherapy
- Pediatric Palliative Care
Please contact Dr. Oakes' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Oakes accept my insurance?
Dr. Oakes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 610-3859 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Oakes accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Oakes in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Oakes' office located?
Dr. Sandra Oakes' Primary Practice
7622 Louis Pasteur Dr Ste 201
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 610-3859
What is Dr. Oakes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Oakes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821176488.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Oakes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Oakes
What is Dr. Sandra Oakes's specialty?
Dr. Oakes is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist near San Antonio, TX.
What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist do?
A family medicine physician with specialized knowledge and skills is responsible to prevent and alleviate the suffering of patients suffering from life-limiting illnesses. They collaborate with interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team in order to enhance quality of life. They also address physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of both patients and their families throughout the disease journey, the dying process, and beyond. This expert is proficient in assessing patients with advanced illnesses, alleviating distressing symptoms, coordinating patient- and family-centered care across various settings, utilizing specialized care systems such as hospice, managing patients who are nearing the end of life, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.
Is this Dr. Sandra Oakes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Oakes is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sandra Oakes accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Sandra Oakes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sandra Oakes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Oakes's office at (210) 610-3859 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sandra Oakes?
Please contact Dr. Oakes's office at (210) 610-3859 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sandra Oakes have?
Dr. Sandra Oakes is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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