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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bruno, Internist in Lake Charles, LA?
Dr. Sandra Bruno, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lake Charles, LA. She has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Bruno graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine and completed her residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Bruno is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bruno’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bruno’s office at (337) 217-1000.
Where did Dr. Bruno go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine | Baylor College of Medicine Program
Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La | Tulane Univ School of Medicine
Is Dr. Bruno board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Sandra Bruno, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bruno speak?
Dr. Bruno and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Bruno treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Bruno 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. Bruno. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Osteoporosis Screening
- Health Screening
- Bone Density Test
- Bone Health Screening
- DEXA Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13820: Encounter for screening for osteoporosis
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
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:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Asymptomatic Menopause
- Menopause
- Menopausal Transition
- Postmenopause
- Change of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z780: Asymptomatic menopausal state
Also known as:
- Early-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Younger-Onset Alzheimer's', 'Early Alzheimer's
ICD-10 Codes:
- G300: Alzheimer's disease with early onset
Which procedures does Dr. Bruno perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Sandra Bruno 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. Bruno's office.
Does Dr. Bruno accept my insurance?
Dr. Bruno accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 217-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bruno accept in Lake Charles, LA?
Dr. Bruno in Lake Charles, LA 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 and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Bruno's office located?
Dr. Sandra Bruno's Primary Practice
217 Sam Houston Jones Pkwy Ste 101
Lake Charles, LA 70611
(337) 217-1000
What is Dr. Bruno's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bruno's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972533602.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bruno?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bruno
What is Dr. Sandra Bruno's specialty?
Dr. Bruno is a Internist near Lake Charles, LA.
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. Bruno to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Sandra Bruno affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bruno is affiliated with Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Sandra Bruno accepting new patients in Lake Charles, LA?
Yes, Dr. Sandra Bruno is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sandra Bruno offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bruno's office at (337) 217-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sandra Bruno?
Please contact Dr. Bruno's office at (337) 217-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sandra Bruno have?
Dr. Sandra Bruno is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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