36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Roberts, Rheumatologist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Douglas Roberts, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Roberts graduated from University of Nevada Reno and completed his residency at U Calif Irvine. He is a member of the American College of Rheumatology. Dr. Roberts is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Roberts’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Roberts’s office at (916) 565-1989.
Where did Dr. Roberts go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: U Calif Irvine
Medical School: University of Nevada Reno
Is Dr. Roberts board certified as a Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Roberts, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 1987
What languages does Dr. Roberts speak?
Dr. Roberts and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Roberts typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Roberts 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. Roberts. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M05749: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of unspecified hand without organ or systems involvement
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M0600: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Roberts typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Douglas Roberts may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Roberts' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Roberts accept my insurance?
Dr. Roberts accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 565-1989 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Roberts accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Roberts in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Roberts' office located?
Dr. Douglas Roberts' Primary Practice
500 University Ave Ste 230
Sacramento, CA 95825
(916) 565-1989
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American College of Rheumatology
Fellow
1990
Publications
1. Femoral Osteomyelitis After Tooth Extraction, Roberts DE, Am J Orth, 27(8) 624-626, 1998 2. ANCA
, January 1998
What is Dr. Roberts's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Roberts's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083698062.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Roberts?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Roberts
What is Dr. Douglas Roberts's specialty?
Dr. Roberts is a Rheumatologist near Sacramento, CA.
What does a Rheumatologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.
Is this Dr. Douglas Roberts affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Roberts is affiliated with Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento 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 Douglas Roberts accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Douglas Roberts is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Douglas Roberts offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Roberts's office at (916) 565-1989 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Douglas Roberts?
Please contact Dr. Roberts's office at (916) 565-1989 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Roberts have?
Dr. Douglas Roberts is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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