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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Saunders, Internist in Huntington, WV?
Dr. Elizabeth Saunders, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Huntington, WV with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Saunders graduated from Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine. Dr. Saunders is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saunders’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saunders’s office at (304) 691-1000.
Where did Dr. Saunders go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Marshall University | Marshall University Joan C. Edwards School of Medicine
Is Dr. Saunders board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Saunders, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Saunders speak?
Dr. Saunders and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Saunders typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Saunders 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. Saunders. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Gender Dysphoria
- Gender incongruence
- Gender identity issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- F649: Gender identity disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Normal BMI for child
- Child healthy weight
- Pediatric normal weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Transgender Identity
- Gender Dysphoria
- Transsexual Identity
- Gender Transition
ICD-10 Codes:
- F640: Transsexualism
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Saunders typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Elizabeth Saunders may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Saunders' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Saunders accept my insurance?
Dr. Saunders accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (304) 691-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Saunders accept in Huntington, WV?
Dr. Saunders in Huntington, WV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Highmark Health
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
West Virginia United Health System
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Where is Dr. Saunders' office located?
Dr. Elizabeth Saunders' Primary Practice
1249 15th St Ste 2000
Huntington, WV 25701
(304) 691-1000
What is Dr. Saunders's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Saunders's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619176112.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saunders?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Saunders
What is Dr. Elizabeth Saunders's specialty?
Dr. Saunders is a Internist near Huntington, WV.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Elizabeth Saunders affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Saunders is affiliated with Cabell Huntington Hospital, St. Mary's Medical Center - Huntington, Wv, Uk King's Daughters 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Elizabeth Saunders accepting new patients in Huntington, WV?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Saunders is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elizabeth Saunders offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Saunders's office at (304) 691-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elizabeth Saunders?
Please contact Dr. Saunders's office at (304) 691-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Elizabeth Saunders have?
Dr. Elizabeth Saunders is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.
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