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 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 20 years. 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, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare 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 a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Sandifer typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and 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
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Sandifer typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Sandifer performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy with Brushing
- Bronchoscopy with Airway Suctioning
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
- Bronchial brushing
- Lung scope with biopsy
- Flexible bronchoscopy with brushing
- Therapeutic Bronchoscopy
- Airway Aspiration
- Lung Secretion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
- 31623: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with brushing or protected brushings
- 31645: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with therapeutic aspiration of tracheobronchial tree, initial
Does Dr. Sandifer accept my insurance?
Dr. Sandifer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Sandifer's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Sandifer affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Sandifer has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Sandifer's NPI number?A 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.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
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.
Is 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
When to see a Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. 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 Dr. Brett Sandifer?
Please contact Dr. Sandifer's office to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Sandifer's office located?
Dr. Sandifer's offices are located in Atlanta, GA and Austell, GA.
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