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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sakles, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. John Sakles, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Sakles graduated from University of Maryland School of Medicine and completed his residency at University Hosp, Inc, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Sakles is fluent in English and Greek, Modern (1453-), and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sakles’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sakles’s office at (520) 694-6046.
Where did Dr. Sakles go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Hosp, Inc, Emergency Medicine | University Hospital | UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
Medical School: University of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md | University of Maryland At Baltimore / Professional Schools | University of Maryland School of Medicine
Is Dr. Sakles board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. John Sakles, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sakles speak?
Dr. Sakles and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Greek, Modern (1453-)
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sakles typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sakles 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. Sakles. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
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:
- Multiple Injury
- Many injuries
- Several injuries
- Polytrauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- T07XXXA: Unspecified multiple injuries, initial encounter
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sakles typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. John Sakles 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. Sakles' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sakles accept my insurance?
Dr. Sakles accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 694-6046 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sakles accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Sakles in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Capital Blue Cross
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
State of Arizona
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sakles' office located?
What is Dr. Sakles's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sakles's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558431924.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sakles?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sakles
What is Dr. John Sakles's specialty?
Dr. Sakles is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Tucson, AZ.
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. John Sakles affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sakles is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Tucson, Carondelet St. Joseph's Hospital, Tucson Medical Center, Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix, Mayo Clinic Hospital, Northwest Medical Center - Tucson, Az 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is John Sakles accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. John Sakles is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Sakles offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sakles's office at (520) 694-6046 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Sakles?
Please contact Dr. Sakles's office at (520) 694-6046 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Sakles have?
Dr. John Sakles is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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