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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sharkey, Internist in Opelousas, LA?
Dr. Sarah Sharkey is an Internist, who primarily practices in Opelousas, LA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Sharkey is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sharkey’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sharkey’s office at (505) 272-4661.
What languages does Dr. Sharkey speak?
Dr. Sharkey and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sharkey treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Sharkey 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. Sharkey. 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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Which procedures does Dr. Sharkey perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Sarah Sharkey may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sharkey's office.
Does Dr. Sharkey accept my insurance?
Dr. Sharkey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 272-4661 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sharkey accept in Opelousas, LA?
Dr. Sharkey in Opelousas, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Gilsbar
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sharkey's office located?
Dr. Sarah Sharkey's Primary Practice
1270 Attakapas Dr Ste 404
Opelousas, LA 70570
(505) 272-4661
What is Dr. Sharkey's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sharkey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184078719.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sharkey?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sharkey
What is Dr. Sarah Sharkey's specialty?
Dr. Sharkey is a Internist near Opelousas, LA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Sharkey to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Sarah Sharkey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sharkey is affiliated with Opelousas General Health System-Main Campus, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Sarah Sharkey accepting new patients in Opelousas, LA?
Yes, Dr. Sarah Sharkey is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sarah Sharkey offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sharkey's office at (505) 272-4661 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sarah Sharkey?
Please contact Dr. Sharkey's office at (505) 272-4661 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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