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Who is Dr. Sahm, Hospitalist in Wilmington, DE?
Dr. Daniel Sahm, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Wilmington, DE. He is board certified. Dr. Sahm is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sahm’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sahm’s office at (302) 651-4200.
What languages does Dr. Sahm speak?
Dr. Sahm and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sahm treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Sahm 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. Sahm. 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:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
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:
- Severe Asthma Attack (Status Asthmaticus)
- Asthma
- Asthma Emergency
- Prolonged Asthma Attack
- Status Asthmaticus
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4522: Mild intermittent asthma with status asthmaticus
- J4532: Mild persistent asthma with status asthmaticus
Also known as:
- Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
- Acute respiratory failure
- ARDS
- Severe breathing distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0603: Acute respiratory distress
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Blood Oxygen
- Lung Disease
- Hypoxemia
- Reduced oxygen in blood
- Oxygen deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0902: Hypoxemia
Also known as:
- Viral Intestinal Infection
- Gastroenteritis
- Viral Infection
- Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
- Viral stomach flu
- Viral enteritis
- Viral gut infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Bronchiolitis
- Inflammation of small airways
- Acute inflammation of bronchioles
ICD-10 Codes:
- J218: Acute bronchiolitis due to other specified organisms
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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Severe Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Starvation
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
ICD-10 Codes:
- E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Other Feeding Difficulties
- Atypical Feeding Problems
- Unusual Eating Issues
- Specific Feeding Challenges
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6339: Other feeding difficulties
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Bacterial Pneumonia
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection (Bacterial)
- Pneumonitis
- Community-acquired Pneumonia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J159: Unspecified bacterial pneumonia
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Sahm perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Daniel Sahm may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sahm's office.
Does Dr. Sahm accept my insurance?
Dr. Sahm accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (302) 651-4200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sahm accept in Wilmington, DE?
Dr. Sahm in Wilmington, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Capital BlueCross
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Inc.
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Blue Cross
State of Delaware
State of Maryland
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sahm's office located?
What is Dr. Sahm's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sahm's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134514938.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sahm?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sahm
What is Dr. Daniel Sahm's specialty?
Dr. Sahm is a Hospitalist near Wilmington, DE. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Sahm to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Daniel Sahm affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sahm is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Nemours Childrens Hospital - Delaware. 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Daniel Sahm accepting new patients in Wilmington, DE?
Yes, Dr. Daniel Sahm is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Daniel Sahm offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sahm's office at (302) 651-4200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Daniel Sahm?
Please contact Dr. Sahm's office at (302) 651-4200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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