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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sharma, Critical Care Surgeon in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Rahul Sharma, DO is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO. Dr. Sharma is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sharma’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sharma’s office at (314) 251-6440.
What languages does Dr. Sharma speak?
Dr. Sharma and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Sharma typically treat?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Sharma 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. Sharma. 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:
- Traumatic Collapsed Lung
- Pleural Disorder
- Traumatic Air in Chest
- Traumatic Pneumothorax
- Injured Collapsed Lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- S270XXA: Traumatic pneumothorax, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Sharma typically perform?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Rahul Sharma may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Sharma's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sharma accept my insurance?
Dr. Sharma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 251-6440 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sharma accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Sharma in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sharma's office located?
Dr. Rahul Sharma's Primary Practice
621 S New Ballas Rd Ste 560A
Saint Louis, MO 63141
(314) 251-6440
What is Dr. Sharma's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sharma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659754232.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sharma?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sharma
What is Dr. Rahul Sharma's specialty?
Dr. Sharma is a Critical Care Surgeon near Saint Louis, MO.
What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?
A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Rahul Sharma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sharma is affiliated with Mercy Hospital St. Louis which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Critical Care Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Rahul Sharma accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?
Yes, Dr. Rahul Sharma is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rahul Sharma offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sharma's office at (314) 251-6440 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rahul Sharma?
Please contact Dr. Sharma's office at (314) 251-6440 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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