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Dr. Andrew Sanders, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Columbia, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sanders, Family Medicine Specialist in Columbia, SC?

    Dr. Andrew Sanders, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Columbia, SC. Dr. Sanders graduated from University of Utah Sch of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Utah Program. Dr. Sanders is fluent in English, Korean, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sanders’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sanders’s office at (907) 228-8140.

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

    • Residency: University of Utah Program

    • Medical School: University of Utah Sch of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Sanders speak?

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

    • English
    • Korean
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sanders typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sanders typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Andrew Sanders may include:

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

    Does Dr. Sanders accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sanders accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (907) 228-8140 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sanders accept in Columbia, SC?

    Dr. Sanders in Columbia, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of South Carolina

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sanders' office located?

    Dr. Andrew Sanders' Primary Practice

    114 Gateway Corporate Blvd Ste 350

    Columbia, SC 29203

    (907) 228-8140

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    What is Dr. Sanders's NPI number?A 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 1538458138.

    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. Andrew Sanders's specialty?

    Dr. Sanders is a Family Medicine Specialist near Columbia, SC.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Andrew Sanders affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sanders is affiliated with Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown, Providence Orthopedic Hospital, Musc Health University Medical Center, Musc Health - Orangeburg, Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Lexington 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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. Andrew Sanders accepting new patients in Columbia, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Andrew Sanders is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Andrew Sanders offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sanders' office at (907) 228-8140 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Andrew Sanders?

    Please contact Dr. Sanders' office at (907) 228-8140 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sanders' office located?

    Dr. Sanders' office is located in Columbia, SC.