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Dr. Alma Sanchez, MD

San Clemente, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sanchez, Family Medicine Specialist in San Clemente, CA?

    Dr. Alma Sanchez, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Clemente, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Sanchez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sanchez’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sanchez’s office at (650) 330-7400.

    What languages does Dr. Sanchez speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Sanchez treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sanchez 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. Sanchez. 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:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Opioid-Induced Disorder
    • Opioid Use
    • Drug Use and Addiction
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Pain Relievers
    • Opioid-related health problems
    • Complications from opioid use
    • Opioid-caused conditions
    • Opioid consumption
    • Taking opioids
    • Opioid intake

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1199: Opioid use, unspecified with unspecified opioid-induced disorder
    • F1190: Opioid use, unspecified, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Women's Health Checkup
    • Women's checkup, all clear
    • Pelvic exam, normal results
    • OB/GYN visit, no issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Alcohol Use Disorder with Alcohol-Related Problems
    • Alcohol
    • Alcohol-Induced Conditions
    • Alcoholism with Other Issues
    • Problem Drinking with Other Disorders
    • Alcohol-Related Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1099: Alcohol use, unspecified with unspecified alcohol-induced disorder

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Back Pain
    • Backache
    • Dorsalgia
    • Spinal Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Understanding Test Results
    • Test results explanation
    • Medical findings review
    • Diagnostic interpretation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings

    What procedures does Dr. Sanchez perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sanchez 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. Sanchez. 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:

    • Skin Biopsy
    • Shave Biopsy
    • Tangential Biopsy
    • Skin Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion

    Does Dr. Sanchez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sanchez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 330-7400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sanchez accept in San Clemente, CA?

    Dr. Sanchez in San Clemente, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CalOptima

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Scan Health Plan

    • Sunrise Senior Living

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Sanchez's office located?

    Dr. Alma Sanchez's Primary Practice

    638 Camino de los Mares Ste D4

    San Clemente, CA 92673

    (650) 330-7400

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    Dr. Alma Sanchez's Practice 2

    6301 3rd St

    San Francisco, CA 94124

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    Dr. Alma Sanchez's Practice 3

    630 Drake Ave

    Sausalito, CA 94965

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

    Dr. Sanchez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558757799.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sanchez?

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

    What is Dr. Alma Sanchez's specialty?

    Dr. Sanchez is a Family Medicine Specialist near San Clemente, CA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Sanchez to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Alma Sanchez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sanchez is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Alma Sanchez accepting new patients in San Clemente, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Alma Sanchez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alma Sanchez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sanchez's office at (650) 330-7400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alma Sanchez?

    Please contact Dr. Sanchez's office at (650) 330-7400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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