37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sandoval, Internist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Nelson Sandoval, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sandoval graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at Tucson Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sandoval is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sandoval’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sandoval’s office at (520) 751-8114.
Where did Dr. Sandoval go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tucson Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas
Is Dr. Sandoval board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Nelson Sandoval, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sandoval speak?
Dr. Sandoval and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Sandoval treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Sandoval 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. Sandoval. 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:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25119: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unspecified angina pectoris
- I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Cerebral Atherosclerosis
- Brain Disease
- Hardening of Brain Arteries
- Brain Artery Plaque
- Cerebral Artery Disease
- Brain Blood Vessel Hardening
ICD-10 Codes:
- I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Long-Term Effects of Ischemic Stroke
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke complications
- Stroke after-effects
- Residual problems from brain infarction
- Ischemic stroke sequelae
- Post-stroke Problems
- Effects of Stroke
- Stroke After-effects
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6930: Unspecified sequelae of cerebral infarction
- I69398: Other sequelae of cerebral infarction
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
- Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Breathing Failure with Insufficient Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9691: Respiratory failure, unspecified with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Wasting Syndrome
- Malnutrition
- Cachexia
- Muscle Wasting
- Severe Weight Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- R64: Cachexia
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
- Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia and Fluctuations
- Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's with Variable Movements', 'PD with Fluctuating Dyskinesia', 'On-Off Parkinson's
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20B2: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, with fluctuations
Which procedures does Dr. Sandoval perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Nelson Sandoval 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sandoval's office.
Does Dr. Sandoval accept my insurance?
Dr. Sandoval accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 751-8114 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sandoval accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Sandoval in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
Western Growers Association
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Where is Dr. Sandoval's office located?
Dr. Nelson Sandoval's Primary Practice
6540 E Carondelet Dr
Tucson, AZ 85710
(520) 751-8114
What is Dr. Sandoval's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sandoval's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215976964.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sandoval?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sandoval
What is Dr. Nelson Sandoval's specialty?
Dr. Sandoval is a Internist near Tucson, AZ.
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.
Contact Dr. Sandoval to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Nelson Sandoval affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sandoval is affiliated with Northwest Medical Center - Tucson, Az, Tucson 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
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Is Nelson Sandoval accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Nelson Sandoval is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nelson Sandoval offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sandoval's office at (520) 751-8114 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nelson Sandoval?
Please contact Dr. Sandoval's office at (520) 751-8114 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nelson Sandoval have?
Dr. Nelson Sandoval is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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