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Dr. Stanley Sakabu, MD

Trauma Surgeon, Critical Care Surgeon

Saint Louis, MO

37 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sakabu, Trauma Surgeon in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Stanley Sakabu, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Sakabu completed his residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, General Surgery; Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, General Surgery. Dr. Sakabu is fluent in English and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sakabu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sakabu’s office at (314) 569-6440.

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

    • Residency: Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, General Surgery; Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, General Surgery

    • Medical School: Stanford Univ Sch Of Med- Stanford Ca

    Is Dr. Sakabu board certified as a Trauma Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Stanley Sakabu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Sakabu speak?

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

    • English
    • Italian

    What conditions does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Sakabu typically treat?

    As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Sakabu 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. Sakabu. 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:

    • 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer

    Also known as:

    • Radiation-Induced Bladder Inflammation with Blood in Urine
    • Bladder Disease
    • Radiation Therapy
    • Urine and Urination
    • Urinary and Bladder Problems
    • Radiation Cystitis with Blood
    • Bloody Urine from Radiation Therapy
    • Post-Radiation Bladder Bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N3041: Irradiation cystitis with hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Ulcer of the Right Foot
    • Chronic Ulcer of the Left Heel and Midfoot
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Ulcer
    • Open Sore
    • Venous Ulcer
    • Non-healing Wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L97512: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with fat layer exposed
    • L97422: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of left heel and midfoot with fat layer exposed

    Also known as:

    • Blood Clot in Leg Arteries
    • Leg Artery Embolism
    • Lower Extremity Thrombosis
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I743: Embolism and thrombosis of arteries of the lower extremities

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers
    • Vascular Disease
    • Venous Hypertension Ulcers
    • High Venous Pressure with Sores

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I87312: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of left lower extremity

    What procedures does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Sakabu typically perform?

    As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Sakabu performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Sakabu. 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:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
    • Compression Bandage Application
    • Leg Compression System
    • Ankle and Foot Compression

    CPT Codes:

    • 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot

    Does Dr. Sakabu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sakabu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 569-6440 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sakabu accept in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Sakabu in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Essence Healthcare

    • Humana

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • State of Missouri

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sakabu's office located?

    Dr. Stanley Sakabu's Primary Practice

    11700 Studt Ave

    Saint Louis, MO 63141

    (314) 569-6440

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    Dr. Stanley Sakabu's Practice 2

    400 1st Capitol Dr Ste 201

    Saint Charles, MO 63301

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    Dr. Stanley Sakabu's Practice 3

    100 Medical Plz

    Lake Saint Louis, MO 63367

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

    Dr. Sakabu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669529657.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sakabu?

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

    What is Dr. Stanley Sakabu's specialty?

    Dr. Sakabu is a Trauma Surgeon near Saint Louis, MO.

    What does a Trauma Surgeon do?

    Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency.

    Is Dr. Stanley Sakabu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sakabu is affiliated with Ssm Health St. Joseph Hospital - St. Charles, Saint Francis Medical Center - Cape Girardeau, Mo 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

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    Is Dr. Stanley Sakabu accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Stanley Sakabu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Stanley Sakabu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sakabu's office at (314) 569-6440 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Stanley Sakabu?

    Please contact Dr. Sakabu's office at (314) 569-6440 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sakabu's office located?

    Dr. Sakabu's offices are located in Saint Louis, MO, Saint Charles, MO, and Lake Saint Louis, MO.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Stanley Sakabu have?

    Dr. Stanley Sakabu is certified by the American Board of Surgery.