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30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sims, Specialist in Amarillo, TX?
Dr. John Sims, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Amarillo, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Sims graduated from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine and completed his residency at Loyola University Medical Center Program. Dr. Sims is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sims’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sims’s office at (806) 468-9700.
Where did Dr. Sims go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Loyola University Medical Center Program
Medical School: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sims speak?
Dr. Sims and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Sims treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Sims 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. Sims. 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:
- Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Thumb Base
- Osteoarthritis of the right hand
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Thumb Arthritis
- Primary Right First CMC Joint Arthritis
- Right Hand Thumb Base Osteoarthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1812: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, left hand
- M1811: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, right hand
- M19041: Primary osteoarthritis, right hand
Also known as:
- Trigger Right Middle Finger
- Trigger Left Middle Finger
- Trigger Right Ring Finger
- Trigger Left Ring Finger
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Middle Finger
- Right Middle Finger Tendonitis
- Snapping Right Middle Finger
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Left Middle Finger
- Left Middle Finger Tendonitis
- Snapping Left Middle Finger
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Ring Finger
- Right Ring Finger Tendonitis
- Snapping Right Ring Finger
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Left Ring Finger
- Left Ring Finger Tendonitis
- Snapping Left Ring Finger
ICD-10 Codes:
- M65331: Trigger finger, right middle finger
- M65332: Trigger finger, left middle finger
- M65341: Trigger finger, right ring finger
- M65342: Trigger finger, left ring finger
Also known as:
- De Quervain's Tenosynovitis
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Tendinitis
- De Quervain's Disease', 'Washerwoman's Sprain
- Radial Styloid Tenosynovitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M654: Radial styloid tenosynovitis [de Quervain]
Also known as:
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
- Left Wrist Nerve Compression
- Left Hand Numbness
- Left CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
- G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
Also known as:
- Left Elbow Pain
- Right Elbow Pain
- Elbow Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Aching left elbow
- Sore left elbow
- Left elbow discomfort
- Aching right elbow
- Sore right elbow
- Right elbow discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25522: Pain in left elbow
- M25521: Pain in right elbow
Also known as:
- Right Wrist Pain
- Pain
- Wrist Injuries and Disorder
- Aching right wrist
- Sore right wrist
- Right wrist discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25531: Pain in right wrist
Also known as:
- Lateral Epicondylitis
- Elbow Injuries and Disorder
- Tennis Elbow
- Lateral Epicondylalgia
- Elbow Tendinitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7711: Lateral epicondylitis, right elbow
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Wrist
- Pain
- Wrist Injuries and Disorder
- Left Wrist Ache
- Left Wrist Discomfort
- Sore Left Wrist
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25532: Pain in left wrist
Also known as:
- Finger Pain
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore fingers
- Aching fingers
- Finger discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79644: Pain in right finger(s)
Also known as:
- Right Ulnar Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Right Ulnar Neuropathy
- Right Elbow Nerve Pain
- Right Funny Bone Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5621: Lesion of ulnar nerve, right upper limb
Also known as:
- Dupuytren's Contracture
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Dupuytren contracture
- Palmar fibromatosis
- Viking disease
- Hand contracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- M720: Palmar fascial fibromatosis [Dupuytren]
Also known as:
- Left Wrist Radius Fracture
- Arm Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Broken Left Wrist Bone
- Distal Left Radius Fracture
- Left Wrist Bone Break
ICD-10 Codes:
- S52502A: Unspecified fracture of the lower end of left radius, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Trigger Thumb
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Thumb
- Thumb Tendonitis
- Thumb Locking
ICD-10 Codes:
- M65311: Trigger thumb, right thumb
Does Dr. Sims accept my insurance?
Dr. Sims accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (806) 468-9700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sims accept in Amarillo, TX?
Dr. Sims in Amarillo, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Baylor Scott & White Health
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Spectrum
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sims' office located?
What is Dr. Sims's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sims's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609818855.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sims?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sims
What is Dr. John Sims's specialty?
Dr. Sims is a Specialist near Amarillo, TX. Contact Dr. Sims to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. John Sims affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sims is affiliated with Quail Creek Surgical Hospital 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 John Sims accepting new patients in Amarillo, TX?
Yes, Dr. John Sims is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Sims offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sims's office at (806) 468-9700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Sims?
Please contact Dr. Sims's office at (806) 468-9700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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