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Who is Dr. Sahlgren, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Port St Lucie, FL?
Dr. Leif Sahlgren, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Port St Lucie, FL. Dr. Sahlgren is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sahlgren’s office at (478) 765-7000.
What languages does Dr. Sahlgren speak?
Dr. Sahlgren and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sahlgren typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sahlgren 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. Sahlgren. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Right Lower Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- Pain in lower right belly
- RLQ pain
- Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sahlgren typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Leif Sahlgren 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. Sahlgren's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sahlgren accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Sahlgren's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Sahlgren's office located?
Dr. Leif Sahlgren's Primary Practice
1800 SE Tiffany Ave
Port St Lucie, FL 34952
(478) 765-7000
What is Dr. Sahlgren's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sahlgren's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619212388.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sahlgren?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sahlgren
What is Dr. Leif Sahlgren's specialty?
Dr. Sahlgren is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Port St Lucie, FL.
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. Leif Sahlgren affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sahlgren is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Leif Sahlgren accepting new patients in Port St Lucie, FL?
Yes, Dr. Leif Sahlgren is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leif Sahlgren offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sahlgren's office at (478) 765-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Leif Sahlgren?
Please contact Dr. Sahlgren's office at (478) 765-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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