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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sainsbury, Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Dr. Steven Sainsbury, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Luis Obispo, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Sainsbury graduated from Mechanical Engineering and completed his residency at Alameda Co Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Scott Medical Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Sainsbury is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sainsbury’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sainsbury’s office.
Where did Dr. Sainsbury go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Alameda Co Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine; Scott Medical Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Scott and White Memorial Hospital Program
Medical School: Mechanical Engineering
Is Dr. Sainsbury board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Steven Sainsbury, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sainsbury speak?
Dr. Sainsbury and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sainsbury typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sainsbury 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. Sainsbury. 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:
- Testicular Cancer
- Testicular Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Testis Cancer
- Left Testis Cancer
- Germ Cell Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C6292: Malignant neoplasm of left testis, unspecified whether descended or undescended
Also known as:
- Acromegaly
- Pituitary Disorder
- Sotos syndrome
- Gigantism
- Growth Hormone Excess
- Pituitary Gigantism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E220: Acromegaly and pituitary gigantism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89312: Pressure ulcer of right buttock, stage 2
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:
- Alzheimer's Disease
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- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sainsbury typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Steven Sainsbury 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. Sainsbury's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sainsbury accept my insurance?
Dr. Sainsbury accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sainsbury accept in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Dr. Sainsbury in San Luis Obispo, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Heritage Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Sainsbury's office located?
What is Dr. Sainsbury's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sainsbury's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679521256.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sainsbury?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sainsbury
What is Dr. Steven Sainsbury's specialty?
Dr. Sainsbury is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Luis Obispo, CA.
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. Steven Sainsbury affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sainsbury is affiliated with Dignity Health - Marian Regional Medical Center 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Steven Sainsbury accepting new patients in San Luis Obispo, CA?
Yes, Dr. Steven Sainsbury is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Steven Sainsbury offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sainsbury's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Steven Sainsbury?
Please contact Dr. Sainsbury's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Steven Sainsbury have?
Dr. Steven Sainsbury is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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1010 Murray Ave
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405