BS
20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sandifer, Critical Care Internist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Brett Sandifer, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Sandifer completed his residency at Emory University School Of Med. Dr. Sandifer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sandifer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sandifer’s office.
Where did Dr. Sandifer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Emory University School Of Med
What languages does Dr. Sandifer speak?
Dr. Sandifer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sandifer treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Sandifer 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. Sandifer. 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
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Other Lung Disease
- Lung Disease
- Various lung conditions
- Unspecified lung disorder
- Miscellaneous lung problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J984: Other disorders of lung
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Pre-Procedure Respiratory Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
- Pre-op lung check
- Breathing assessment before surgery
- Respiratory clearance for procedure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
- Z01811: Encounter for preprocedural respiratory examination
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
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:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Sudden Airway Spasm
- Bronchial Disorder
- Acute airway constriction
- Bronchial spasm
- Sudden narrowing of airways
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9801: Acute bronchospasm
Also known as:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
- Asthma
- Moderate Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Moderate Asthma
- Acute Asthma Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4541: Moderate persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Which procedures does Dr. Sandifer perform as a Critical Care Internist?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Brett Sandifer may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sandifer's office.
Does Dr. Sandifer accept my insurance?
Dr. Sandifer 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. Sandifer accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Sandifer in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sandifer's office located?
What is Dr. Sandifer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sandifer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285632190.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sandifer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sandifer
What is Dr. Brett Sandifer's specialty?
Dr. Sandifer is a Critical Care Internist near Atlanta, GA. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Sandifer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Brett Sandifer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sandifer is affiliated with Piedmont Atlanta 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
Where can I learn more about Critical Care Internist?
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Is Brett Sandifer accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Brett Sandifer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brett Sandifer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sandifer's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brett Sandifer?
Please contact Dr. Sandifer's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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