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30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sandison, Family Medicine Specialist in Twin Falls, ID?
Dr. Richard Sandison, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Twin Falls, ID with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Sandison graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Family Medicine; Marshall Univ Sch Of Med, Family Medicine. Dr. Sandison is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sandison’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sandison’s office at (208) 814-8000.
Where did Dr. Sandison go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, Family Medicine; Marshall Univ Sch Of Med, Family Medicine | University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics
Medical School: University Of Ca- Davis- Sch Of Med- Davis Ca | University of California
Is Dr. Sandison board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Sandison, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sandison speak?
Dr. Sandison and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Sandison treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sandison 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. Sandison. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
- ALS', 'Lou Gehrig's Disease
- Motor Neuron Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G1221: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Blood clot in lung
- Lung embolism
- PE
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Deep Vein Thrombosis
- DVT
- Blood Clot in Leg
- Pulmonary Embolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86718: Personal history of other venous thrombosis and embolism
Also known as:
- Giant cell arteritis
- Giant Cell Arteritis
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- Temporal arteritis', 'Horton's disease
- Cranial arteritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M316: Other giant cell arteritis
Also known as:
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Cardiomyopathy
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
ICD-10 Codes:
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
Also known as:
- Mini-Stroke
- Stroke
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- TIA
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8673: Personal history of transient ischemic attack (TIA), and cerebral infarction without residual deficits
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Aorta
- Atherosclerosis
- Aortic artery hardening
- Aortic plaque buildup
- Aortic calcification
ICD-10 Codes:
- I700: Atherosclerosis of aorta
Which procedures does Dr. Sandison perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Richard Sandison may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sandison's office.
Does Dr. Sandison accept my insurance?
Dr. Sandison accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (208) 814-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sandison accept in Twin Falls, ID?
Dr. Sandison in Twin Falls, ID accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross of Idaho
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
IHC / SelectHealth
Medicare
Molina
Mountain Health CO-OP
PacificSource
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sandison's office located?
Dr. Richard Sandison's Primary Practice
775 Pole Line Rd W
Twin Falls, ID 83301
(208) 814-8000
What is Dr. Sandison's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sandison's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649216961.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sandison?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sandison
What is Dr. Richard Sandison's specialty?
Dr. Sandison is a Family Medicine Specialist near Twin Falls, ID. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Sandison to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Sandison affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sandison is affiliated with St. Luke's Magic Valley 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Richard Sandison accepting new patients in Twin Falls, ID?
Yes, Dr. Richard Sandison is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Sandison offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sandison's office at (208) 814-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Sandison?
Please contact Dr. Sandison's office at (208) 814-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Sandison have?
Dr. Richard Sandison is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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