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Dr. Sarah Hand

Sparks, NV

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hand, Hospitalist in Sparks, NV?

    Dr. Sarah Hand is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Sparks, NV with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Hand is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hand’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hand’s office at (775) 784-1533.

    What languages does Dr. Hand speak?

    Dr. Hand and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Hand typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Hand 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. Hand. 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 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    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

    Also known as:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Hand typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Sarah Hand may include:

    Please contact Dr. Hand's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Hand accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hand accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (775) 784-1533 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hand accept in Sparks, NV?

    Dr. Hand in Sparks, NV 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

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Renown Health

    • State of Nevada

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Hand's office located?

    Dr. Sarah Hand's Primary Practice

    2375 E Prater Way

    Sparks, NV 89434

    (775) 784-1533

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    Dr. Sarah Hand's Practice 2

    1155 Mill St # 14

    Reno, NV 89502

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    Dr. Sarah Hand's Practice 3

    5070 Ion Dr Ste 200

    Sparks, NV 89436

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    What hospitals are Dr. Hand affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Hand has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    What is Dr. Hand's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Hand's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801258595.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hand?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hand

    What is Dr. Sarah Hand's specialty?

    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 Dr. Sarah Hand affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hand is affiliated with Renown Regional Medical Center, Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center, Carson Valley Health Hospital 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

    When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Sarah Hand accepting new patients in Sparks, NV?

    Yes, Dr. Sarah Hand is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sarah Hand offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hand's office at (775) 784-1533 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sarah Hand?

    Please contact Dr. Hand's office at (775) 784-1533 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hand's office located?

    Dr. Hand's offices are located in Sparks, NV and Reno, NV.