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Dr. Sandra Shults, MD

El Paso, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shults, Family Medicine Specialist in El Paso, TX?

    Dr. Sandra Shults, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in El Paso, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shults is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shults’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shults’s office at (915) 544-0326.

    What languages does Dr. Shults speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Shults treat?

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

    • Pressure Sore
    • Pressure Sores
    • Bed Sore
    • Decubitus Ulcer
    • Pressure Ulcer
    • Bedsores
    • Decubitus Ulcers
    • Pressure Ulcers

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
    • L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3
    • L89323: Pressure ulcer of left buttock, stage 3
    • L89324: Pressure ulcer of left buttock, stage 4
    • L89893: Pressure ulcer of other site, stage 3
    • L89314: Pressure ulcer of right buttock, stage 4
    • L89224: Pressure ulcer of left hip, stage 4

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Skin Ulcers
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer
    • Diabetic skin sores
    • Diabetes-related wounds
    • Foot ulcers from diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
    • E11622: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin ulcer

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers and Inflammation
    • Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers
    • Vascular Disease
    • Inflamed Venous Hypertension Ulcers
    • High Venous Pressure with Sores and Swelling
    • Venous Hypertension Ulcers
    • High Venous Pressure with Sores

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I87332: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer and inflammation of left lower extremity
    • I87312: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of left lower extremity

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Hypertension with Inflamed Ulcer
    • Vascular Disease
    • Inflamed Venous Ulcer
    • Chronic Venous Stasis Ulcer with Inflammation
    • Venous Leg Ulcer with Redness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I87331: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer and inflammation of right lower extremity

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    Also known as:

    • Superficial Chronic Skin Ulcer
    • Skin Condition
    • Open Sore
    • Skin Wound
    • Non-healing Wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L98491: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites limited to breakdown of skin

    Also known as:

    • Skin Problems from Radiation
    • Radiation Exposure
    • Skin Condition
    • Radiation dermatitis
    • Radiation skin reaction
    • Radiation-induced skin changes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L598: Other specified disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue related to radiation

    Also known as:

    • Wound Dressing Change or Removal
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Non-surgical dressing care
    • Wound care visit
    • Dressing replacement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Vein Problems with Ulcers and Inflammation
    • Vascular Disease
    • Venous Stasis Ulcer
    • Leg Ulcers from Poor Circulation
    • Chronic Venous Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I87333: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer and inflammation of bilateral lower extremity

    What procedures does Dr. Shults perform?

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

    • Wound Debridement
    • Skin and Tissue Debridement
    • Muscle Debridement
    • Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
    • Deep Wound Cleaning
    • Small Burn Treatment
    • Burns
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal
    • Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Debridement
    • Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
    • Muscle Cleaning Procedure
    • Fascia Debridement
    • Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
    • Artificial Skin Graft
    • Wound Skin Replacement
    • Bioengineered Skin Application
    • Surgical Wound Debridement
    • Tissue Removal for Wound Healing
    • Partial-Thickness Burn Care
    • Burn Debridement
    • Minor Burn Dressing
    • Small Burn Wound Care

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
    • 11046: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 16020: Dressings and/or debridement of partial-thickness burns, initial or subsequent; small (less than 5% total body surface area)

    Also known as:

    • Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
    • Bone Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Bone Debridement
    • Dead Bone Removal
    • Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement

    CPT Codes:

    • 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Abscess Drainage
    • Abscess
    • Incision and Drainage (I&D)
    • Boil Lancing
    • Cyst Drainage
    • Skin Abscess Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 10060: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); simple or single

    Also known as:

    • Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
    • Compression Bandage Application
    • Leg Compression System
    • Ankle and Foot Compression

    CPT Codes:

    • 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot

    Does Dr. Shults accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shults accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (915) 544-0326 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shults accept in El Paso, TX?

    Dr. Shults in El Paso, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Shults' office located?

    Dr. Sandra Shults' Primary Practice

    1721 N Lee Trevino Dr Ste A

    El Paso, TX 79936

    (915) 544-0326

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    Dr. Sandra Shults' Practice 2

    8815 Dyer St Ste 140

    El Paso, TX 79904

    (915) 544-0326

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    Dr. Sandra Shults' Practice 3

    10525 Vista del Sol Dr Ste 110

    El Paso, TX 79925

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

    Dr. Shults's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376739474.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shults?

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

    What is Dr. Sandra Shults's specialty?

    Dr. Shults is a Family Medicine Specialist near El Paso, TX. 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. Shults to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Sandra Shults affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shults is affiliated with University Medical Center of El Paso 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

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    Is Sandra Shults accepting new patients in El Paso, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Sandra Shults is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sandra Shults offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shults's office at (915) 544-0326 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sandra Shults?

    Please contact Dr. Shults's office at (915) 544-0326 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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