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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sakis, Hospitalist in Council Bluffs, IA?
Dr. Nicholas Sakis, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Council Bluffs, IA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Sakis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sakis’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sakis’s office at (712) 328-5000.
What languages does Dr. Sakis speak?
Dr. Sakis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Sakis typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Sakis 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. Sakis. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Nervous System Symptoms
- Neurologic Disease
- Neurological signs
- Nerve problems
- Brain and nerve symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2990: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the nervous system
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Sakis typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Nicholas Sakis may include:
Please contact Dr. Sakis' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sakis accept my insurance?
Dr. Sakis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (712) 328-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sakis accept in Council Bluffs, IA?
Dr. Sakis in Council Bluffs, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Medica Group
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Sakis' office located?
Dr. Nicholas Sakis' Primary Practice
800 Mercy Dr
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 328-5000
What is Dr. Sakis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sakis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932582848.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sakis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sakis
What is Dr. Nicholas Sakis's specialty?
Dr. Sakis is a Hospitalist near Council Bluffs, IA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Nicholas Sakis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sakis is affiliated with Mary Lanning Healthcare 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Nicholas Sakis accepting new patients in Council Bluffs, IA?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Sakis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicholas Sakis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sakis's office at (712) 328-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicholas Sakis?
Please contact Dr. Sakis's office at (712) 328-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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