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Who is Dr. Sterling, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Sarasota, FL?
Dr. Alexander Sterling, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sarasota, FL. He is board certified. Dr. Sterling is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sterling’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sterling’s office at (801) 924-2300.
What languages does Dr. Sterling speak?
Dr. Sterling and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sterling treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sterling 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. Sterling. 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.
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Fast Heartbeat
- Slow Heart Rate
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Bradycardia
- Slow Pulse
- Low Heart Rate
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Sterling perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Alexander Sterling may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sterling's office.
Does Dr. Sterling accept my insurance?
Dr. Sterling accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (801) 924-2300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sterling accept in Sarasota, FL?
Dr. Sterling in Sarasota, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Boston Medical Center
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Freedom Health
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Point32Health
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Where is Dr. Sterling's office located?
Dr. Alexander Sterling's Primary Practice
1700 S Tamiami Trl
Sarasota, FL 34239
(801) 924-2300
What is Dr. Sterling's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sterling's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740843754.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sterling?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sterling
What is Dr. Alexander Sterling's specialty?
Dr. Sterling is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Sarasota, FL. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Sterling to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alexander Sterling affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sterling is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Sarasota Memorial Hospital - Venice Campus, Sarasota Memorial Hospital - Sarasota Campus. 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
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Is Alexander Sterling accepting new patients in Sarasota, FL?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Sterling is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Sterling offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sterling's office at (801) 924-2300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Sterling?
Please contact Dr. Sterling's office at (801) 924-2300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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