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Who is Dr. West, Trauma Surgeon in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Sonlee West, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM. She is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. West graduated from University of Texas Medical School, Houston and completed her residency at Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, General Surgery. Dr. West is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. West’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. West’s office at (505) 272-2111.
Where did Dr. West go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, General Surgery
Medical School: U of Tx Med Sch At Houston, Houston Tx | University of Texas Medical School, Houston
Is Dr. West board certified in Trauma Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Sonlee West, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. West speak?
Dr. West and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. West treat?
As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. West 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. West. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Traumatic Collapsed Lung
- Pleural Disorder
- Traumatic Air in Chest
- Traumatic Pneumothorax
- Injured Collapsed Lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- S270XXA: Traumatic pneumothorax, initial encounter
Which procedures does Dr. West perform as a Trauma Surgeon?
As a Trauma Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Sonlee West may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. West's office.
Does Dr. West accept my insurance?
Dr. West accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 272-2111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. West accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. West in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Presbyterian Health Plan
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Where is Dr. West's office located?
Dr. Sonlee West's Primary Practice
2211 Lomas Blvd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 272-2111
What is Dr. West's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. West's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225077936.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. West?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. West
What is Dr. Sonlee West's specialty?
Dr. West is a Trauma Surgeon near Albuquerque, NM. Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency. Contact Dr. West to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sonlee West affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, West is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Unm Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Trauma Surgeon?
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Is Sonlee West accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes, Dr. Sonlee West is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sonlee West offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. West's office at (505) 272-2111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sonlee West?
Please contact Dr. West's office at (505) 272-2111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sonlee West have?
Dr. Sonlee West is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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