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Who is Dr. Sands, Orthopedic Trauma Specialist in Oklahoma City, OK?
Dr. Steven Sands, DO is an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, who primarily practices in Oklahoma City, OK with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sands graduated from Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Sands is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sands’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sands’s office at (405) 713-9940.
Where did Dr. Sands go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sands speak?
Dr. Sands and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist like Dr. Sands typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, Dr. Sands 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. Sands. 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 here.
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:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left 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 Orthopedic Trauma Specialist like Dr. Sands typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Trauma Specialist, Dr. Sands 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. Sands. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
Also known as:
- Open Wrist Fracture Repair with Fixation
- Distal Radius Fracture Surgery
- Wrist Bone Fixation
- Epiphyseal Separation Repair
CPT Codes:
- 25608: Open treatment of distal radial intra-articular fracture or epiphyseal separation; with internal fixation of 2 fragments
Also known as:
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
- Open Surgery for Upper Arm Bone Fracture
- Endoscopy
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
- Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
- Proximal Humerus Fracture Repair
- Shoulder Fracture Open Reduction
- Upper Arm Bone Break Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
- 23615: Open treatment of proximal humeral (surgical or anatomical neck) fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed, includes repair of tuberosity(s), when performed;
Also known as:
- Total Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Total Knee Arthroplasty
- Knee Joint Replacement
- Full Knee Replacement
- TKA Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
Also known as:
- Total Shoulder Replacement
- Glenohumeral Arthroplasty
- Shoulder Joint Replacement
- Proximal Humeral Replacement
- Artificial Shoulder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 23472: Arthroplasty, glenohumeral joint; total shoulder (glenoid and proximal humeral replacement (eg, total shoulder))
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
- Median Nerve Neuroplasty
- Carpal Tunnel Decompression
- Median Nerve Transposition
CPT Codes:
- 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel
Does Dr. Sands accept my insurance?
Dr. Sands accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (405) 713-9940 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sands accept in Oklahoma City, OK?
Dr. Sands in Oklahoma City, OK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Oklahoma
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sands' office located?
Dr. Steven Sands' Primary Practice
1225 N Broadway Ave Ste 102
Oklahoma City, OK 73103
(405) 713-9940
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 2 reviews
Office Experience
90% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
60% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Appointment Booking
90% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Diagnosis
90% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Steven Sands an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Sands has been rated and reviewed by 2 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Sands, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Sands's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sands's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376728907.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sands?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sands
What is Dr. Steven Sands's specialty?
Dr. Sands is a Orthopedic Trauma Specialist near Oklahoma City, OK.
Is this Dr. Steven Sands affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sands is affiliated with Oklahoma Center For Orthopaedic Multi-Specialty Surgery, Ssm Health St. Anthony Hospital - Oklahoma City, Integris Health Baptist Medical Center, Norman Regional Hospital, Integris Health Southwest Medical Center, Mercy Hospital - Oklahoma City 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
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Is Steven Sands accepting new patients in Oklahoma City, OK?
Yes, Dr. Steven Sands is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Steven Sands offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sands's office at (405) 713-9940 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Steven Sands?
Please contact Dr. Sands's office at (405) 713-9940 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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