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Dr. Wendy Sickels, MD

Santa Cruz, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sickels, Family Medicine Specialist in Santa Cruz, CA?

    Dr. Wendy Sickels, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Cruz, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Sickels completed her residency at Northridge Hosp Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Sickels is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sickels’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sickels’s office at (831) 427-3500.

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

    • Residency: Northridge Hosp Med Ctr, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca

    Is Dr. Sickels board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Wendy Sickels, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Sickels speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sickels typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sickels 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. Sickels. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Prenatal Care for Normal Pregnancy
    • Prenatal Care for First Pregnancy
    • Prenatal Care
    • Routine pregnancy check-ups
    • Standard antenatal care
    • Normal pregnancy supervision
    • First Pregnancy Check-ups
    • Routine Care for First Pregnancy
    • Maternity Care for First-Time Moms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3480: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, unspecified trimester
    • Z3400: Encounter for supervision of normal first pregnancy, unspecified trimester

    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:

    • Cervical Cancer Screening
    • HPV and Pap Test Results
    • Pap Test
    • HPV Test
    • Cervical Smear
    • Early Cervical Cancer Detection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sickels typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Wendy Sickels may include:

    Please contact Dr. Sickels' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Sickels accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sickels accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 427-3500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sickels accept in Santa Cruz, CA?

    Dr. Sickels in Santa Cruz, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Territories

    • All Other Third Party

    • Commonwealth Care Alliance

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • MultiPlan Corporation

    • Santa Cruz County

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Sickels' office located?

    Dr. Wendy Sickels' Primary Practice

    250 Locust St

    Santa Cruz, CA 95060

    (831) 427-3500

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    Dr. Wendy Sickels' Practice 2

    21507 E Cliff Dr

    Santa Cruz, CA 95062

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

    Dr. Sickels's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003980863.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sickels?

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

    What is Dr. Wendy Sickels's specialty?

    Dr. Sickels is a Family Medicine Specialist near Santa Cruz, CA.

    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. Wendy Sickels affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sickels is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Sutter Maternity & Surgery Center Of Santa Cruz, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus 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 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 Wendy Sickels accepting new patients in Santa Cruz, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Wendy Sickels is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Wendy Sickels offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sickels's office at (831) 427-3500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Wendy Sickels?

    Please contact Dr. Sickels's office at (831) 427-3500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Wendy Sickels have?

    Dr. Wendy Sickels is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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