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43 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Sands, Internist in Wailuku, HI?
Dr. Fredrick Sands, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Wailuku, HI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified. Dr. Sands completed his residency at Univ Of Va Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sands is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sands’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sands’s office at (808) 243-6050.
Where did Dr. Sands go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Va Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La | Tulane University of Louisiana --
Is Dr. Sands board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Fredrick Sands, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sands speak?
Dr. Sands and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Sands typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Sands 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. Sands. 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:
- Local Skin Infection
- Skin Infection
- Skin bacterial infection
- Subcutaneous tissue infection
- Localized skin infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L089: Local infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Sands typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Fredrick Sands 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
Please contact Dr. Sands' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sands accept my insurance?
Dr. Sands accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (808) 243-6050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sands accept in Wailuku, HI?
Dr. Sands in Wailuku, HI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Quest
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Sands' office located?
What is Dr. Sands's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sands's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225181803.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sands?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sands
What is Dr. Fredrick Sands's specialty?
Dr. Sands is a Internist near Wailuku, HI.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Fredrick Sands affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sands is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Maui Memorial Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Fredrick Sands accepting new patients in Wailuku, HI?
Yes, Dr. Fredrick Sands is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fredrick Sands offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sands's office at (808) 243-6050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Fredrick Sands?
Please contact Dr. Sands's office at (808) 243-6050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Fredrick Sands have?
Dr. Fredrick Sands is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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