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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sturm, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Fredericksburg, VA?
Dr. Douglas Sturm, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fredericksburg, VA. Dr. Sturm is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sturm’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sturm’s office at (504) 741-1100.
Where did Dr. Sturm go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sturm speak?
Dr. Sturm and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sturm typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sturm 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. Sturm. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Neck Muscle Strain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled neck muscle
- Cervical strain
- Neck soft tissue strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sturm typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Douglas Sturm 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. Sturm's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sturm accept my insurance?
Dr. Sturm accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 741-1100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sturm accept in Fredericksburg, VA?
Dr. Sturm in Fredericksburg, VA 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
HealthSmart
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sturm's office located?
Dr. Douglas Sturm's Primary Practice
1001 Sam Perry Blvd
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(504) 741-1100
What is Dr. Sturm's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sturm's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922395367.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sturm?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sturm
What is Dr. Douglas Sturm's specialty?
Dr. Sturm is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Fredericksburg, VA.
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. Douglas Sturm affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sturm is affiliated with Mary Washington Hospital, Riverside Walter Reed Hospital, Prince William Medical Center, Vcu Medical Center North Hospital, Spotsylvania Regional Medical Center, Uva Health Haymarket 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Douglas Sturm accepting new patients in Fredericksburg, VA?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Sturm is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Sturm offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sturm's office at (504) 741-1100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Sturm?
Please contact Dr. Sturm's office at (504) 741-1100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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