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Dr. Sarah Ducharme, MD

Tucson, AZ

22 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ducharme, Surgeon in Tucson, AZ?

    Dr. Sarah Ducharme, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Ducharme graduated from Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine. Dr. Ducharme is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ducharme’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ducharme’s office at (520) 526-2325.

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

    • Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Ducharme board certified in Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Sarah Ducharme, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Ducharme speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Ducharme treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Ducharme 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. Ducharme. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Skin Ulcers
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer
    • Diabetic skin sores
    • Diabetes-related wounds
    • Foot ulcers from diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
    • E11622: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin ulcer

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Obstructed Belly Button Hernia
    • Obstructed Surgical Incision Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin
    • Umbilical Hernia with Obstruction
    • Blocked Belly Button Hernia
    • Strangulated Umbilical Hernia
    • Incisional Hernia with Obstruction
    • Blocked Incision Hernia
    • Strangulated Incisional Hernia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
    • K420: Umbilical hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
    • K430: Incisional hernia with obstruction, without gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Right Lower Leg
    • Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Left Lower Leg
    • Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Lower Right Leg
    • Skin Condition
    • Non-Pressure Leg Sore
    • Persistent Leg Wound
    • Right Leg Skin Ulcer
    • Open Sore on Lower Leg
    • Left Leg Skin Ulcer
    • Open Sore on Leg
    • Skin Wound on Leg
    • Non-healing Wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L97812: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right lower leg with fat layer exposed
    • L97822: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left lower leg with fat layer exposed
    • L97912: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of unspecified part of right lower leg with fat layer exposed
    • L97922: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of unspecified part of left lower leg with fat layer exposed

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Ulcer of the Right Foot
    • Chronic Ulcer of the Right Ankle
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Ulcer
    • Open Sore
    • Venous Ulcer
    • Non-healing Wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L97512: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with fat layer exposed
    • L97312: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of right ankle with fat layer exposed

    Also known as:

    • Pressure Sore
    • Pressure Sores
    • Bed Sore
    • Decubitus Ulcer
    • Pressure Ulcer
    • Bedsores
    • Decubitus Ulcers
    • Pressure Ulcers

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
    • L89323: Pressure ulcer of left buttock, stage 3

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    Also known as:

    • Heartburn
    • Acid Reflux
    • Indigestion
    • GERD Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R12: Heartburn

    Also known as:

    • Pilonidal Cyst
    • Tailbone Disorder
    • Sacrococcygeal cyst
    • Pilonidal sinus
    • Tailbone cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L0591: Pilonidal cyst without abscess

    Also known as:

    • External Surgical Wound Opening
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • External wound dehiscence
    • Surgical incision separation
    • Outer wound rupture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8131XA: Disruption of external operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Epidermal Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Epidermoid Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L720: Epidermal cyst

    Also known as:

    • Benign Lipoma of Trunk
    • Benign Tumor
    • Non-cancerous fatty lump on body
    • Trunk lipoma
    • Body fatty tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D171: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of trunk

    Which procedures does Dr. Ducharme perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Sarah Ducharme may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ducharme's office.

    Does Dr. Ducharme accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ducharme accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 526-2325 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ducharme accept in Tucson, AZ?

    Dr. Ducharme in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Banner Health

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ducharme's office located?

    Dr. Sarah Ducharme's Primary Practice

    1200 N El Dorado Pl Ste I910

    Tucson, AZ 85715

    (520) 526-2325

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    Dr. Sarah Ducharme's Practice 2

    6422 E Speedway Blvd Ste 150

    Tucson, AZ 85710

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

    Dr. Ducharme's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609853951.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ducharme?

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

    What is Dr. Sarah Ducharme's specialty?

    Dr. Ducharme is a Surgeon near Tucson, AZ. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Ducharme to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Ducharme is affiliated with Tucson Medical Center 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 Sarah Ducharme accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?

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

    Does Dr. Sarah Ducharme offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ducharme's office at (520) 526-2325 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sarah Ducharme?

    Please contact Dr. Ducharme's office at (520) 526-2325 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sarah Ducharme have?

    Dr. Sarah Ducharme is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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