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Dr. Sara Dougherty, MD

Dr. Sara Dougherty, MD

Sacramento, CA

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dougherty, Family Medicine Specialist in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Sara Dougherty, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 21 years. Dr. Dougherty graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and completed her residency at UC Irvine Medical Center. Dr. Dougherty is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dougherty’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dougherty’s office at (916) 399-6015.

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

    • Residency: UC Irvine Medical Center

    • Medical School: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Dougherty speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Dougherty typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Dougherty 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. Dougherty. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    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

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Dougherty typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sara Dougherty may include:

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

    Does Dr. Dougherty accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dougherty accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 399-6015 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dougherty accept in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Dougherty in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Other TPA

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Dougherty's office located?

    Dr. Sara Dougherty's Primary Practice

    7420 Greenhaven Dr Ste 130

    Sacramento, CA 95831

    (916) 399-6015

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    Dr. Sara Dougherty's Practice 2

    2800 L St

    Sacramento, CA 95816

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

    Dr. Dougherty's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649255332.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dougherty?

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

    What is Dr. Sara Dougherty's specialty?

    Dr. Dougherty is a Family Medicine Specialist near Sacramento, CA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. Sara Dougherty affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dougherty is affiliated with Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital, Sutter Roseville Medical Center, Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, Ca, Sutter Delta Medical Center 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Sara Dougherty accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Sara Dougherty is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sara Dougherty offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dougherty's office at (916) 399-6015 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sara Dougherty?

    Please contact Dr. Dougherty's office at (916) 399-6015 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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