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Dr. Sarah Sterner, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist, Pediatrician

Chattanooga, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sterner, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Chattanooga, TN?

    Dr. Sarah Sterner, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chattanooga, TN. She is board certified. Dr. Sterner is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sterner’s office at (423) 778-6011.

    Where did Dr. Sterner go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med

    Is Dr. Sterner board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Sarah Sterner, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Sterner speak?

    Dr. Sterner and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sterner typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sterner 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. Sterner. 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Intestinal Infection
    • Gastroenteritis
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
    • Viral stomach flu
    • Viral enteritis
    • Viral gut infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sterner typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sarah Sterner may include:

    Please contact Dr. Sterner's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Sterner accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sterner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 778-6011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sterner accept in Chattanooga, TN?

    Dr. Sterner in Chattanooga, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • CareSource

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • State of Georgia

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sterner's office located?

    Dr. Sarah Sterner's Primary Practice

    910 Blackford St

    Chattanooga, TN 37403

    (423) 778-6011

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    What is Dr. Sterner's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Sterner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275534588.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sterner?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sterner

    What is Dr. Sarah Sterner's specialty?

    Dr. Sterner is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Chattanooga, TN.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Sarah Sterner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sterner is affiliated with South Tennessee Regional Health System Sewanee, Hamilton Medical Center, Union General Hospital - Blairsville, Ga, Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center, Memorial Hospital Stone County 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Sarah Sterner accepting new patients in Chattanooga, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Sarah Sterner is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sarah Sterner offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sterner's office at (423) 778-6011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sarah Sterner?

    Please contact Dr. Sterner's office at (423) 778-6011 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sterner's office located?

    Dr. Sterner's office is located in Chattanooga, TN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sarah Sterner have?

    Dr. Sarah Sterner is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.