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Who is Dr. Sammond, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Portsmouth, VA?
Dr. Andrew Sammond, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Portsmouth, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Sammond is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sammond’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sammond’s office at (240) 686-2300.
What languages does Dr. Sammond speak?
Dr. Sammond and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sammond treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sammond 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. Sammond. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
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:
- Other Tooth Problems
- Tooth Disorder
- Dental Issues
- Tooth Ailments
- Oral Health Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- K0889: Other specified disorders of teeth and supporting structures
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
- Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
- Vaso-Occlusive Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Strain of Lower Back Muscles, Fascia, and Tendons
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled lower back muscle
- Lumbar muscle strain
- Back tendon strain
- Lower back soft tissue strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S39012A: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Acute Vaginal Inflammation
- Vaginitis
- Acute Vaginitis
- Sudden Vaginal Infection
- Vaginal Irritation
ICD-10 Codes:
- N760: Acute vaginitis
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Tooth Decay
- Cavities
- Dental Caries
- Tooth Rot
ICD-10 Codes:
- K029: Dental caries, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Suicidal Thoughts
- Suicide
- Suicidal ideation
- Thoughts of ending life
- Self-harm thoughts
ICD-10 Codes:
- R45851: Suicidal ideations
Which procedures does Dr. Sammond perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Andrew Sammond 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. Sammond's office.
Does Dr. Sammond accept my insurance?
Dr. Sammond accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (240) 686-2300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sammond accept in Portsmouth, VA?
Dr. Sammond in Portsmouth, VA 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)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Other Health Care Provider
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
Total Community Care
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Where is Dr. Sammond's office located?
What is Dr. Sammond's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sammond's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801393038.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sammond?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sammond
What is Dr. Andrew Sammond's specialty?
Dr. Sammond is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Portsmouth, VA. 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. Sammond to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Andrew Sammond affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sammond is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Bon Secours Mary Immaculate Hospital, Bon Secours Maryview 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
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Is Andrew Sammond accepting new patients in Portsmouth, VA?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Sammond is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrew Sammond offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sammond's office at (240) 686-2300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrew Sammond?
Please contact Dr. Sammond's office at (240) 686-2300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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