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Who is Dr. Sands, Pediatrician in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. John Sands, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL. He is board certified. Dr. Sands completed his residency at University Ky. Dr. Sands is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sands’s office at (205) 638-9100.
Where did Dr. Sands go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Ky | University of Kentucky College of Medicine,Lexington, Ky, United States
Is Dr. Sands board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. John Sands, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Sands speak?
Dr. Sands and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Sands typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Sands 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. Sands. 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:
- Constipation
- Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
- Functional Constipation
- Unexplained Chronic Constipation
- Long-Term Constipation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5909: Other constipation
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
- K5904: Chronic idiopathic constipation
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Belly Button Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Pain around navel
- Periumbilical discomfort
- Umbilical pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1033: Periumbilical pain
Also known as:
- Celiac Disease
- Gluten-Sensitive Enteropathy
- Sprue
- Coeliac Disease
- Gluten Intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- K900: Celiac disease
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Sands typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Sands 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. Sands. 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:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Liver Elastography
- Elastography
- FibroScan
- Liver stiffness test
- Shear wave elastography
CPT Codes:
- 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report
Does Dr. Sands accept my insurance?
Dr. Sands accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 638-9100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sands accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Sands in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Public Education Employee Health Plan
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sands' office located?
What is Dr. Sands's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sands's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124029350.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sands?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sands
What is Dr. John Sands's specialty?
Dr. Sands is a Pediatrician near Birmingham, AL.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. John Sands affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sands is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Childrens Of Alabama, Ascension St. Vincents Blount. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is John Sands accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. John Sands is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Sands offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sands's office at (205) 638-9100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Sands?
Please contact Dr. Sands's office at (205) 638-9100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Sands have?
Dr. John Sands is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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