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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sapienza, Internist in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Karen Sapienza, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Sapienza is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sapienza’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sapienza’s office at (602) 445-0751.
What languages does Dr. Sapienza speak?
Dr. Sapienza and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sapienza treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Sapienza 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. Sapienza. 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.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Skin Problems from Radiation
- Radiation Exposure
- Skin Condition
- Radiation dermatitis
- Radiation skin reaction
- Radiation-induced skin changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- L598: Other specified disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue related to radiation
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Low Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E876: Hypokalemia
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Skin Condition
- Skin Graft Problems
- Allograft Complications
- Autograft Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- T86828: Other complications of skin graft (allograft) (autograft)
Also known as:
- Radiation-Induced Bladder Inflammation
- Bladder Disease
- Radiation Therapy
- Urinary and Bladder Problems
- Radiation Cystitis
- Bladder Inflammation from Radiation
- Post-Radiation Bladder Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3040: Irradiation cystitis without hematuria
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Sapienza perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Karen Sapienza may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sapienza's office.
Does Dr. Sapienza accept my insurance?
Dr. Sapienza accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 445-0751 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sapienza accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Sapienza in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Banner Health
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Express Scripts
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
Mercy Maricopa Integrated Care
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sapienza's office located?
What is Dr. Sapienza's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sapienza's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306101464.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sapienza?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sapienza
What is Dr. Karen Sapienza's specialty?
Dr. Sapienza is a Internist near Phoenix, AZ.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Sapienza to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Karen Sapienza affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sapienza is affiliated with HonorHealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center, Bryan East 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Karen Sapienza accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Karen Sapienza is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Sapienza offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sapienza's office at (602) 445-0751 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Sapienza?
Please contact Dr. Sapienza's office at (602) 445-0751 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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