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Dr. Stephen Sanko, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Glendale, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sanko, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Glendale, CA?

    Dr. Stephen Sanko, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Glendale, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Sanko is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sanko’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sanko’s office at (800) 872-2273.

    What languages does Dr. Sanko speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sanko typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sanko 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. Sanko. 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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sanko typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Stephen Sanko may include:

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

    Does Dr. Sanko accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sanko accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 872-2273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sanko accept in Glendale, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)

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    Where is Dr. Sanko's office located?

    Dr. Stephen Sanko's Primary Practice

    1812 Verdugo Blvd

    Glendale, CA 91208

    (800) 872-2273

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    Dr. Stephen Sanko's Practice 2

    1520 San Pablo St Fl 1

    Los Angeles, CA 90033

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

    Dr. Sanko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295986263.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sanko?

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

    What is Dr. Stephen Sanko's specialty?

    Dr. Sanko is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Glendale, CA.

    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 Dr. Stephen Sanko affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sanko is affiliated with Los Angeles General Medical Center, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, Community Hospital Of Huntington Park, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Adventist Health White Memorial, Dignity Health - St. Mary 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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 Dr. Stephen Sanko accepting new patients in Glendale, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Stephen Sanko is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Stephen Sanko offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sanko's office at (800) 872-2273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Stephen Sanko?

    Please contact Dr. Sanko's office at (800) 872-2273 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sanko's office located?

    Dr. Sanko's offices are located in Glendale, CA and Los Angeles, CA.