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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sims, Anesthesiologist in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Dr. Etty Sims, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Fort Lauderdale, FL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Sims is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sims’s office at (215) 955-6161.
What languages does Dr. Sims speak?
Dr. Sims and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Sims typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Sims 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. Sims. 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 pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Previous C-section Scar During Pregnancy
- Cesarean Delivery
- Prior Cesarean Section
- Uterine Scar from C-section
- C-section History in Pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- O34219: Maternal care for unspecified type scar from previous cesarean delivery
Also known as:
- Uncomplicated Childbirth
- Childbirth
- Normal Delivery
- Natural Birth
- Vaginal Delivery
ICD-10 Codes:
- O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
Also known as:
- First-Degree Perineal Tear During Childbirth
- Postpartum Care
- Wounds and Injuries
- Minor vaginal tear
- Superficial perineal laceration
- First degree tear after birth
ICD-10 Codes:
- O700: First degree perineal laceration during delivery
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Sims typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Sims 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. Sims. 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:
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
CPT Codes:
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
Does Dr. Sims accept my insurance?
Dr. Sims accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 955-6161 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sims accept in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Dr. Sims in Fort Lauderdale, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allegiance Benefit Plan Management
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
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Where is Dr. Sims' office located?
Dr. Etty Sims' Primary Practice
3601 W Commercial Blvd Ste 5
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309
(215) 955-6161
What is Dr. Sims's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sims's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396190575.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sims?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sims
What is Dr. Etty Sims's specialty?
Dr. Sims is a Anesthesiologist near Fort Lauderdale, FL.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Etty Sims affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sims is affiliated with Broward Health Coral Springs 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
When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Etty Sims accepting new patients in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Yes, Dr. Etty Sims is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Etty Sims offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sims's office at (215) 955-6161 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Etty Sims?
Please contact Dr. Sims's office at (215) 955-6161 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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