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Dr. Kulwinder Sehmbey, MD

Anesthesiologist

Sacramento, CA

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sehmbey, Anesthesiologist in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Kulwinder Sehmbey, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Sehmbey is fluent in English, Panjabi; Punjabi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sehmbey’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sehmbey’s office at (916) 481-6800.

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

    • Medical School: Ross University School Of Medicine, Roseau, Commonwealth Of Dominica, West Indies

    Is Dr. Sehmbey board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Kulwinder Sehmbey, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Sehmbey speak?

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

    • English
    • Panjabi; Punjabi
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Sehmbey typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Sehmbey 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. Sehmbey. 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:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Cesarean Delivery
    • C-section
    • Surgical Birth
    • Cesarean Section

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O82: Encounter for cesarean delivery without indication

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Crooked nose septum
    • Nasal blockage
    • Septal deviation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J342: Deviated nasal septum

    Also known as:

    • Tooth Decay
    • Cavities
    • Dental Caries
    • Tooth Rot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K029: Dental caries, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K810: Acute cholecystitis

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Sehmbey typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Sehmbey 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. Sehmbey. 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:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance
    • TAP block
    • Transversus abdominis plane block
    • Rectus sheath block
    • Abdominal pain injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)

    Does Dr. Sehmbey accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sehmbey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 481-6800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sehmbey accept in Sacramento, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sehmbey's office located?

    Dr. Kulwinder Sehmbey's Primary Practice

    3315 Watt Ave

    Sacramento, CA 95821

    (916) 481-6800

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    Dr. Kulwinder Sehmbey's Practice 2

    11815 Education St

    Auburn, CA 95602

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

    Dr. Sehmbey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457378416.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sehmbey?

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

    What is Dr. Kulwinder Sehmbey's specialty?

    Dr. Sehmbey is an Anesthesiologist near Sacramento, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Kulwinder Sehmbey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sehmbey is affiliated with Sutter Roseville Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Sacramento Medical Center, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento 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

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    Is Dr. Kulwinder Sehmbey accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Kulwinder Sehmbey is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kulwinder Sehmbey offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sehmbey's office at (916) 481-6800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kulwinder Sehmbey?

    Please contact Dr. Sehmbey's office at (916) 481-6800 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sehmbey's office located?

    Dr. Sehmbey's offices are located in Sacramento, CA and Auburn, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kulwinder Sehmbey have?

    Dr. Kulwinder Sehmbey is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.