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Dr. Sarah West, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist

Newport News, VA

15 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. West, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Newport News, VA?

    Dr. Sarah West, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Newport News, VA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. West graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School. Dr. West is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. West’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. West’s office at (757) 693-8867.

    Where did Dr. West go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Eastern Virginia Medical School

    Is Dr. West board certified as a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Sarah West, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. West speak?

    Dr. West and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. West typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. West 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. West. 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:

    • Palliative Care
    • Comfort care
    • Supportive care
    • Symptom management care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z515: Encounter for palliative care

    Also known as:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    Also known as:

    • Cancer pain
    • Cancer--Living with Cancer
    • Pain
    • Cancer Pain
    • Cancer Pain (PDQ)
    • Pain from cancer
    • Tumor pain
    • Neoplasm pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)

    Also known as:

    • Brain Blood Vessel Disease
    • Brain Disease
    • Cerebrovascular Disorder
    • Brain Circulation Problem
    • Brain Vascular Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
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    • AD
    • Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. West typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. West performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. West. 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:

    • Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
    • Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
    • Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
    • Fluid Removal from Belly

    CPT Codes:

    • 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance

    Does Dr. West accept my insurance?

    Dr. West accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 693-8867 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. West accept in Newport News, VA?

    Dr. West in Newport News, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Virginia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. West's office located?

    Dr. Sarah West's Primary Practice

    1000 Old Denbigh Blvd # 1020A

    Newport News, VA 23602

    (757) 693-8867

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    Dr. Sarah West's Practice 2

    7519 Hospital Dr

    Gloucester, VA 23061

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    What is Dr. West's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. West's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629149083.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. West?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. West

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. Sarah West affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. West is affiliated with Riverside Regional Medical Center, Riverside Walter Reed Hospital, Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center, Riverside Doctors' Hospital Williamsburg 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 a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Sarah West accepting new patients in Newport News, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Sarah West is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sarah West offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. West's office at (757) 693-8867 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sarah West?

    Please contact Dr. West's office at (757) 693-8867 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. West's office located?

    Dr. West's offices are located in Newport News, VA and Gloucester, VA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sarah West have?

    Dr. Sarah West is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.