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Dr. Steven Sanchez, DO

Physiatrist

San Antonio, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sanchez, Physiatrist in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Steven Sanchez, DO is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sanchez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sanchez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sanchez’s office at (210) 644-7902.

    What languages does Dr. Sanchez speak?

    Dr. Sanchez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Sanchez typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Sanchez 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. Sanchez. 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:

    • Muscle Disorder
    • Myopathy
    • Muscle Disease
    • Muscle Weakness Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G7289: Other specified myopathies

    Also known as:

    • Malaise
    • Fatigue
    • General discomfort
    • Feeling unwell
    • Unease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5381: Other malaise

    Also known as:

    • Critical Illness Myopathy
    • Muscle Disorder
    • ICU-acquired weakness
    • Critical care myopathy
    • Muscle weakness after severe illness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G7281: Critical illness myopathy

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Walking
    • Walking Problems
    • Trouble Walking
    • Impaired Gait

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Sanchez typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Sanchez performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Sanchez. 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:

    • Ultrasound-Guided Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
    • Intermediate Joint Aspiration with Ultrasound
    • Bursa Injection with Ultrasound
    • Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis

    CPT Codes:

    • 20606: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Trigger Point Injections
    • Trigger Point Release Injections
    • Muscle Pain Injections
    • Myofascial Pain Injections

    CPT Codes:

    • 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Sanchez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sanchez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 644-7902 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sanchez accept in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Sanchez in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sanchez's office located?

    Dr. Steven Sanchez's Primary Practice

    4647 Medical Dr

    San Antonio, TX 78229

    (210) 644-7902

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    Dr. Steven Sanchez's Practice 2

    2829 Babcock Rd Ste 700

    San Antonio, TX 78229

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    Dr. Steven Sanchez's Practice 3

    11407 Wayland Way

    San Antonio, TX 78233

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    What is Dr. Sanchez's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Sanchez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699271049.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sanchez?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sanchez

    What is Dr. Steven Sanchez's specialty?

    Dr. Sanchez is a Physiatrist near San Antonio, TX.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Steven Sanchez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sanchez is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio, Methodist Hospital - San Antonio which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Dr. Steven Sanchez accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Steven Sanchez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Steven Sanchez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sanchez's office at (210) 644-7902 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Steven Sanchez?

    Please contact Dr. Sanchez's office at (210) 644-7902 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sanchez's office located?

    Dr. Sanchez's office is located in San Antonio, TX.