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Dr. Sandra Tuero, MD

Thousand Oaks, CA

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tuero, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Thousand Oaks, CA?

    Dr. Sandra Tuero, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Thousand Oaks, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Tuero completed her residency at L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Tuero is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tuero’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tuero’s office at (818) 784-2060.

    Where did Dr. Tuero go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca

    Is Dr. Tuero board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Sandra Tuero, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Tuero speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Tuero treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Tuero 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. Tuero. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19 Testing
    • Coronavirus Test
    • SARS-CoV-2 Test
    • COVID Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1152: Encounter for screening for COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    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:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Mental Health Screening
    • Mental Health Screening
    • Behavioral Disorder Screening
    • Psychological Evaluation
    • Mental Wellness Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders

    Also known as:

    • Other Specified Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • Atypical Anxiety
    • Uncommon Anxiety Disorder
    • Specific Anxiety Problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F418: Other specified anxiety disorders

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Airway Spasm
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Acute airway constriction
    • Bronchial spasm
    • Sudden narrowing of airways

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9801: Acute bronchospasm

    Also known as:

    • Acute Lower Respiratory Infection
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung infection
    • Chest infection
    • Acute respiratory infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J22: Unspecified acute lower respiratory infection

    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

    Which procedures does Dr. Tuero perform as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sandra Tuero may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tuero's office.

    Does Dr. Tuero accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tuero accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 784-2060 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tuero accept in Thousand Oaks, CA?

    Dr. Tuero in Thousand Oaks, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Tuero's office located?

    Dr. Sandra Tuero's Primary Practice

    125 W Thousand Oaks Blvd Ste 200

    Thousand Oaks, CA 91360

    (818) 784-2060

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    Dr. Sandra Tuero's Practice 2

    300 Hillmont Ave

    Ventura, CA 93003

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    Dr. Sandra Tuero's Practice 3

    4835 Van Nuys Blvd Ste 100

    Sherman Oaks, CA 91403

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

    Dr. Tuero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174561898.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tuero?

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

    What is Dr. Sandra Tuero's specialty?

    Dr. Tuero is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Thousand Oaks, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Tuero to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Tuero is affiliated with Eisenhower Health Main Campus 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 Tuero accepting new patients in Thousand Oaks, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Sandra Tuero offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tuero's office at (818) 784-2060 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sandra Tuero?

    Please contact Dr. Tuero's office at (818) 784-2060 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sandra Tuero have?

    Dr. Sandra Tuero is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

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