22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sanchez, Trauma Surgeon in Hollywood, FL?
Dr. Rafael Sanchez, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Hollywood, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Sanchez graduated from Baguio Central University College of Medicine and completed his residency at Jackson Memorial Medical Center. He is a member of the Society of Critical Care Medicine and Pan American Society of Trauma. Dr. Sanchez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sanchez’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sanchez’s office at (954) 265-5969.
Where did Dr. Sanchez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Jackson Memorial Medical Center | CEME/Mount Sinai Medical Center Program
Medical School: Universidad Central De Venezuela | Baguio Central University College of Medicine
Is Dr. Sanchez board certified in Trauma Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Rafael Sanchez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Sanchez speak?
Dr. Sanchez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Sanchez treat?
As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Sanchez 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. Sanchez. 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:
- Abdominal Tenderness
- Abdominal Pain
- Tender stomach
- Painful abdomen to touch
- Abdominal sensitivity
ICD-10 Codes:
- R10819: Abdominal tenderness, unspecified site
Which procedures does Dr. Sanchez perform as a Trauma Surgeon?
As a Trauma Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Rafael Sanchez may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sanchez's office.
Does Dr. Sanchez accept my insurance?
Dr. Sanchez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 265-5969 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sanchez accept in Hollywood, FL?
Dr. Sanchez in Hollywood, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Century Healthcare
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sanchez's office located?
Dr. Rafael Sanchez's Primary Practice
1150 N 35th Ave Ste 520
Hollywood, FL 33021
(954) 265-5969
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Society of Critical Care Medicine
Member
Pan American Society of Trauma
Member
Awards
Honors in Psychiatry
Honors in Surgery
What is Dr. Sanchez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sanchez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710996749.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sanchez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sanchez
What is Dr. Rafael Sanchez's specialty?
Dr. Sanchez is a Trauma Surgeon near Hollywood, FL. Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency. Contact Dr. Sanchez to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rafael Sanchez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sanchez is affiliated with Memorial Regional Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Trauma Surgeon?
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Is Rafael Sanchez accepting new patients in Hollywood, FL?
Yes, Dr. Rafael Sanchez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rafael Sanchez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sanchez's office at (954) 265-5969 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rafael Sanchez?
Please contact Dr. Sanchez's office at (954) 265-5969 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rafael Sanchez have?
Dr. Rafael Sanchez is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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