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Dr. Douglas Sharp, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Aurora, CO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sharp, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Aurora, CO?

    Dr. Douglas Sharp, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Aurora, CO. Dr. Sharp completed his residency at Palmetto Hlth Alliance, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Sharp is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sharp’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sharp’s office at (303) 306-7783.

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

    • Residency: Palmetto Hlth Alliance, Emergency Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Hlth Sci, Coll of Osteo Med, Kansas City Mo

    What languages does Dr. Sharp speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sharp typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sharp 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. Sharp. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sharp typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Douglas Sharp may include:

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

    Does Dr. Sharp accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sharp accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 306-7783 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sharp accept in Aurora, CO?

    Dr. Sharp in Aurora, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Community Care Network

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Devoted Health

    • Federal government of the United States

    • H & R Block

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Sharp's office located?

    Dr. Douglas Sharp's Primary Practice

    2550 S Parker Rd Ste 206

    Aurora, CO 80014

    (303) 306-7783

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    What hospitals are Dr. Sharp affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Sharp has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Thomas Hospital,Fairhope, AL
    North Baldwin Infirmary,Bay Minette, AL
    Mobile Infirmary,Mobile, AL

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

    Dr. Sharp's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346227709.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sharp?

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

    What is Dr. Douglas Sharp's specialty?

    Dr. Sharp is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Aurora, CO.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Douglas Sharp affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sharp is affiliated with Usa Health University Hospital, South Baldwin Regional 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency 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 Dr. Douglas Sharp accepting new patients in Aurora, CO?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas Sharp is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Douglas Sharp offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sharp's office at (303) 306-7783 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Douglas Sharp?

    Please contact Dr. Sharp's office at (303) 306-7783 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sharp's office located?

    Dr. Sharp's office is located in Aurora, CO.