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Who is Dr. Sherman, Pulmonologist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Alexander Sherman, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sherman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sherman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sherman’s office at (310) 825-7921.
What languages does Dr. Sherman speak?
Dr. Sherman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sherman treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Sherman 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. Sherman. 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:
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Secondary Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
- Chronic Pulmonary Hypertension from Blood Clots
- Secondary Pulmonary Hypertension
- Pulmonary arterial hypertension
- High Blood Pressure in Lungs
- Lung Hypertension
- High Lung Pressure
- High blood pressure in lung arteries (secondary)
- Secondary PAH
- Lung artery hypertension from other causes
- CTEPH
- Persistent high blood pressure in lung arteries from clots
- Long-term lung hypertension from emboli
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified
- I2721: Secondary pulmonary arterial hypertension
- I2724: Chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension
- I2729: Other secondary pulmonary hypertension
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lung Transplant
- Lung Transplantation
- Pulmonary Transplant
- Lung Graft
- New Lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z942: Lung transplant status
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:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- Other Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Rare interstitial lung conditions
- Uncommon lung scarring diseases
- Other ILD
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J8489: Other specified interstitial pulmonary diseases
Also known as:
- Other Lung Disease
- Lung Disease
- Various lung conditions
- Unspecified lung disorder
- Miscellaneous lung problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J984: Other disorders of lung
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Blood clot in lung
- Lung embolism
- PE
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
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:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
What procedures does Dr. Sherman perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Sherman 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. Sherman. 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:
- Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test
- CPET
- Cardio-respiratory fitness test
- VO2 max test
- Exercise stress test with gas exchange
CPT Codes:
- 94621: Cardiopulmonary exercise testing, including measurements of minute ventilation, CO2 production, O2 uptake, and electrocardiographic recordings
Also known as:
- Rest and Exercise Oxygen Uptake Test
- Expired Gas Analysis
- VO2 Max Test
- Cardiopulmonary Exercise Test (CPET)
CPT Codes:
- 94680: Oxygen uptake, expired gas analysis; rest and exercise, direct, simple
Does Dr. Sherman accept my insurance?
Dr. Sherman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 825-7921 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sherman accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Sherman in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Other TPA
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Sherman's office located?
Dr. Alexander Sherman's Primary Practice
2025 Morse Ave
Sacramento, CA 95825
(310) 825-7921
What is Dr. Sherman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sherman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760864367.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sherman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sherman
What is Dr. Alexander Sherman's specialty?
Dr. Sherman is a Pulmonologist near Sacramento, CA. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Sherman to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alexander Sherman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sherman is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Kaiser Permanente - Sacramento Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente - Roseville 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 Alexander Sherman accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Sherman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Sherman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sherman's office at (310) 825-7921 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Sherman?
Please contact Dr. Sherman's office at (310) 825-7921 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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