Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Birchem, Cardiologist in Springfield, MO?
Dr. Sandra Birchem, DO is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Springfield, MO with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Birchem is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Birchem’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Birchem’s office at (417) 875-2718.
What languages does Dr. Birchem speak?
Dr. Birchem and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Birchem treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Birchem 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. Birchem. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
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 Health Condition
- Unspecified Health Issue
- General Health Concern
- Other Medical Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z789: Other specified health status
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG
- Heart Bypass Graft
- Bypass Surgery Graft
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft
Also known as:
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
- Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
- Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
- I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Which procedures does Dr. Birchem perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Sandra Birchem may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Birchem's office.
Does Dr. Birchem accept my insurance?
Dr. Birchem accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (417) 875-2718 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Birchem accept in Springfield, MO?
Dr. Birchem in Springfield, MO 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 Blue Shield of Michigan
Cambia (Regence)
Community Partners (AZ)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medica
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Birchem's office located?
Dr. Sandra Birchem's Primary Practice
3800 S National Ave Ste 400
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 875-2718
What is Dr. Birchem's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Birchem's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902888241.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Birchem?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Birchem
What is Dr. Sandra Birchem's specialty?
Dr. Birchem is a Cardiologist near Springfield, MO. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Birchem to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sandra Birchem affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Birchem is affiliated with Cox Medical Center South 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
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Is Sandra Birchem accepting new patients in Springfield, MO?
Yes, Dr. Sandra Birchem is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sandra Birchem offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Birchem's office at (417) 875-2718 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sandra Birchem?
Please contact Dr. Birchem's office at (417) 875-2718 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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