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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sample, Hospitalist in Tulsa, OK?
Dr. Melynda Sample, DO is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Tulsa, OK. Dr. Sample is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sample’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sample’s office at (918) 579-5749.
What languages does Dr. Sample speak?
Dr. Sample and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Sample typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Sample 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. Sample. 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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Sample typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Melynda Sample may include:
Please contact Dr. Sample's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sample accept my insurance?
Dr. Sample accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (918) 579-5749 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sample accept in Tulsa, OK?
Dr. Sample in Tulsa, OK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Oscar Health
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Where is Dr. Sample's office located?
What is Dr. Sample's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sample's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831693951.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sample?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sample
What is Dr. Melynda Sample's specialty?
Dr. Sample is a Hospitalist near Tulsa, OK.
What does a Hospitalist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Melynda Sample affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sample is affiliated with Hillcrest 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
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Is Melynda Sample accepting new patients in Tulsa, OK?
Yes, Dr. Melynda Sample is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melynda Sample offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sample's office at (918) 579-5749 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melynda Sample?
Please contact Dr. Sample's office at (918) 579-5749 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Connect with DR. Sample
Hillcrest Medical Center
1145 S Utica Ave Ste 460
Tulsa, OK 74104