23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sharman, Family Medicine Specialist in Dripping Springs, TX?
Dr. Ralph Sharman, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Dripping Springs, TX. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Sharman graduated from The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio and completed his residency at University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School Program. Dr. Sharman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sharman’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sharman’s office.
Where did Dr. Sharman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School Program
Medical School: The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio
What languages does Dr. Sharman speak?
Dr. Sharman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Sharman treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sharman 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. Sharman. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Mental Health Screening
- Depression Screening
- Mental Health Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Behavioral Disorder Screening
- Psychological Evaluation
- Mental Wellness Check
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
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:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
Also known as:
- Spina Bifida
- Open Spine
- Neural Tube Defect
- Spinal Birth Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q059: Spina bifida, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Wasting in Multiple Areas
- Muscle Disorder
- Generalized Muscle Atrophy
- Widespread Muscle Loss
- Muscle Shrinkage in Multiple Sites
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6259: Muscle wasting and atrophy, not elsewhere classified, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
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:
- 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
Which procedures does Dr. Sharman perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ralph Sharman 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. Sharman's office.
Does Dr. Sharman accept my insurance?
Dr. Sharman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sharman accept in Dripping Springs, TX?
Dr. Sharman in Dripping Springs, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Ameriprise Financial, Inc
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
HealthComp
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Sharman's office located?
What is Dr. Sharman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sharman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548297096.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sharman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sharman
What is Dr. Ralph Sharman's specialty?
Dr. Sharman is a Family Medicine Specialist near Dripping Springs, TX. 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. Sharman to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ralph Sharman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sharman is affiliated with St. David's South Austin 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?
Explore Family Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Ralph Sharman accepting new patients in Dripping Springs, TX?
Yes, Dr. Ralph Sharman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ralph Sharman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sharman's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ralph Sharman?
Please contact Dr. Sharman's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Family Medicine Specialist Near Dripping Springs, TX
Family Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. William Noble, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Dripping Springs, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified.
Dripping Springs, TX
Family Medicine Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Brian Bobb, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Dripping Springs, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
Dripping Springs, TX
KL
Accepting patientsDr. Kevin Lewis, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Dripping Springs, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified.
Dripping Springs, TX
Connect with DR. Sharman
170 Benney Ln Ste 200
Dripping Springs, TX 78620