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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Baxter, Pediatric Rheumatologist in Reno, NV?
Dr. Sarah Baxter, MD, PHD is a Pediatric Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Reno, NV with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Baxter is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Baxter’s office at (775) 982-5437.
What languages does Dr. Baxter speak?
Dr. Baxter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Rheumatologist like Dr. Baxter typically treat?
As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, Dr. Baxter 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. Baxter. 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:
- Juvenile Arthritis
- Pauciarticular Juvenile Arthritis
- Juvenile idiopathic arthritis
- Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA)
- JIA
- Childhood arthritis
- Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis
- Oligoarticular JIA
- Few-joint juvenile arthritis
- Childhood oligoarthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M083: Juvenile rheumatoid polyarthritis (seronegative)
- M0880: Other juvenile arthritis, unspecified site
- M0840: Pauciarticular juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Lupus kidney disease
- Kidney Disease
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
- Lupus nephritis
- Kidney inflammation from lupus
- Glomerulonephritis in SLE
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
- M3214: Glomerular disease in systemic lupus erythematosus
Also known as:
- Juvenile Dermatomyositis
- Myositis
- Childhood Dermatomyositis
- JDM
- Muscle and Skin Inflammation in Children
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3300: Juvenile dermatomyositis, organ involvement unspecified
Also known as:
- Periodic Fever Syndrome
- Autoinflammatory Fever Syndromes
- Recurrent Fever Syndromes
- Hereditary Fever Syndromes
ICD-10 Codes:
- M041: Periodic fever syndromes
Also known as:
- Non-Hereditary Low Immunoglobulin Levels
- Immune System and Disorder
- Acquired Antibody Deficiency
- Non-Genetic Immune Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D801: Nonfamilial hypogammaglobulinemia
What procedures does a Pediatric Rheumatologist like Dr. Baxter typically perform?
As a Pediatric Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sarah Baxter may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Baxter's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Baxter accept my insurance?
Dr. Baxter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (775) 982-5437 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Baxter accept in Reno, NV?
Dr. Baxter in Reno, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
State of Nevada
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Baxter's office located?
What is Dr. Baxter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Baxter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720405285.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Baxter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Baxter
What is Dr. Sarah Baxter's specialty?
Dr. Baxter is a Pediatric Rheumatologist near Reno, NV.
What does a Pediatric Rheumatologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. A pediatric rheumatologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common athletic injuries, and collagen diseases.
Is this Dr. Sarah Baxter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Baxter is affiliated with Renown Regional Medical Center 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 Pediatric Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sarah Baxter accepting new patients in Reno, NV?
Yes, Dr. Sarah Baxter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sarah Baxter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Baxter's office at (775) 982-5437 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sarah Baxter?
Please contact Dr. Baxter's office at (775) 982-5437 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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