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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sandness, Emergency Medicine Specialist in North Little Rock, AR?
Dr. Dorcas Sandness, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in North Little Rock, AR with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Sandness is fluent in English, Spanish, and Thai, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sandness’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sandness’s office at (210) 358-2078.
Is Dr. Sandness board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Dorcas Sandness, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sandness speak?
Dr. Sandness and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Thai
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sandness typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sandness 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. Sandness. 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:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
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:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sandness typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Dorcas Sandness may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Sandness' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sandness accept my insurance?
Dr. Sandness accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 358-2078 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sandness accept in North Little Rock, AR?
Dr. Sandness in North Little Rock, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Arkansas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sandness' office located?
Dr. Dorcas Sandness' Primary Practice
5201 Northshore Dr
North Little Rock, AR 72118
(210) 358-2078
What is Dr. Sandness's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sandness's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033311980.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sandness?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sandness
What is Dr. Dorcas Sandness's specialty?
Dr. Sandness is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near North Little Rock, AR.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Dorcas Sandness affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sandness is affiliated with Christus St. Michael Health System, Saint Mary's Regional Health System, Arkansas Heart Hospital - Encore 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dorcas Sandness accepting new patients in North Little Rock, AR?
Yes, Dr. Dorcas Sandness is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dorcas Sandness offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sandness's office at (210) 358-2078 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dorcas Sandness?
Please contact Dr. Sandness's office at (210) 358-2078 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Dorcas Sandness have?
Dr. Dorcas Sandness is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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