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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sappington, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Dru Sappington, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY. Dr. Sappington is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sappington’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sappington’s office at (317) 802-3112.
What languages does Dr. Sappington speak?
Dr. Sappington and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sappington typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sappington 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. Sappington. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sappington typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Dru Sappington 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. Sappington's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sappington accept my insurance?
Dr. Sappington accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 802-3112 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sappington accept in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Sappington in Buffalo, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Corporate Services
Custom Design Benefits
Entrust Inc.
Medicare
SIHO Holding
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sappington's office located?
What is Dr. Sappington's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sappington's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689107765.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sappington?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sappington
What is Dr. Dru Sappington's specialty?
Dr. Sappington is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Buffalo, NY.
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. Dru Sappington affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sappington is affiliated with Hendricks Regional Health, Iu Health Methodist 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dru Sappington accepting new patients in Buffalo, NY?
Yes, Dr. Dru Sappington is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dru Sappington offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sappington's office at (317) 802-3112 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dru Sappington?
Please contact Dr. Sappington's office at (317) 802-3112 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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