Dr. Thomas Sanders, MD
Falls Church, VA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sanders, Foot and Ankle Surgeon in Falls Church, VA?
Dr. Thomas Sanders, MD is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Falls Church, VA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sanders is fluent in English, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sanders’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sanders’s office at (703) 584-2040.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Sanders?
Dr. Thomas Sanders, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Foot and Ankle Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Sanders empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arthritis-Ankle, Fractures, Trauma-Upper & Lower Extremity, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Falls Church, VA community, Dr. Sanders is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Sanders speak?
Dr. Sanders and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
Spanish
What conditions does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Sanders typically treat?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Sanders 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. Sanders. 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:
- Right Foot Pain
- Left Foot Pain
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Aching right foot
- Right foot discomfort
- Pain in right sole
- Ache in left foot
- Left foot discomfort
- Sore left foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79671: Pain in right foot
- M79672: Pain in left foot
Also known as:
- Right Ankle and Foot Pain
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Ankle
- Sore Right Foot
- Aching Right Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Ankle and Foot
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Left Ankle Ache
- Left Foot Discomfort
- Sore Left Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25572: Pain in left ankle and joints of left foot
Also known as:
- Plantar Fibromatosis
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Heel Injuries and Disorder
- Ledderhose disease
- Plantar fasciitis nodule
- Foot fibromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M722: Plantar fascial fibromatosis
What procedures does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Sanders typically perform?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Sanders 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. Sanders. 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:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
- Bunion Correction with Double Bone Cut
- Hammertoe Correction Surgery
- Hallux Valgus Correction
- Bunionectomy with Osteotomy
- Double Osteotomy Bunion Repair
- Hammertoe Repair
- Toe Straightening Surgery
- Phalangectomy for Hammertoe
CPT Codes:
- 28299: Correction, hallux valgus with bunionectomy, with sesamoidectomy when performed; with double osteotomy, any method
- 28285: Correction, hammertoe (eg, interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy)
Also known as:
- Ankle Joint Cleaning (Arthroscopy)
- Endoscopy
- Ankle debridement
- Ankle scope surgery
- Arthroscopic ankle cleanup
- Tibiotalar joint debridement
CPT Codes:
- 29898: Arthroscopy, ankle (tibiotalar and fibulotalar joints), surgical; debridement, extensive
Also known as:
- Ankle Ligament Repair
- Collateral Ankle Ligament Surgery
- Ankle Sprain Repair
- Watson-Jones Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 27698: Repair, secondary, disrupted ligament, ankle, collateral (eg, Watson-Jones procedure)
Also known as:
- Ankle Arthroscopy for Synovectomy
- Endoscopy
- Ankle Synovectomy
- Arthroscopic Ankle Surgery
- Ankle Joint Lining Removal
- Tibiotalar Synovectomy
CPT Codes:
- 29895: Arthroscopy, ankle (tibiotalar and fibulotalar joints), surgical; synovectomy, partial
Also known as:
- Short Leg Cast Application
- Below Knee Cast
- Lower Leg Cast
- Foot and Ankle Cast
CPT Codes:
- 29405: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes);
Also known as:
- Large Bone Graft
- Bone Grafts
- Major Bone Grafting
- Autograft
- Allograft
CPT Codes:
- 20902: Bone graft, any donor area; major or large
Does Dr. Sanders accept my insurance?
Dr. Sanders accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 584-2040 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sanders accept in Falls Church, VA?
Dr. Sanders in Falls Church, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Johns Hopkins Health System
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sanders' office located?
Dr. Thomas Sanders' Primary Practice
2922 Telestar Ct
Falls Church, VA 22042
(703) 584-2040
What is Dr. Sanders's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sanders's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851525364.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sanders?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sanders
What is Dr. Thomas Sanders's specialty?
Dr. Sanders is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon near Falls Church, VA.
What does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon do?
Foot and ankle surgeons, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, specialize in adult reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, management of adult foot and ankle trauma, sports medicine related to the foot and ankle, and reconstructive surgery for childrens foot and ankle conditions.
Is this Dr. Thomas Sanders affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sanders is affiliated with Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax Hospital 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 Thomas Sanders accepting new patients in Falls Church, VA?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Sanders is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Sanders offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sanders's office at (703) 584-2040 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Sanders?
Please contact Dr. Sanders's office at (703) 584-2040 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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