21 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Sherpa, Internist in Hobbs, NM?
Dr. Tsering Sherpa, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Hobbs, NM. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Sherpa is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sherpa’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sherpa’s office at (505) 492-5648.
Where did Dr. Sherpa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Lady Hardinge Medical College
Is Dr. Sherpa board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Tsering Sherpa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sherpa speak?
Dr. Sherpa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Sherpa typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Sherpa 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. Sherpa. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Sherpa typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Tsering Sherpa may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Sherpa's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sherpa accept my insurance?
Dr. Sherpa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 492-5648 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sherpa accept in Hobbs, NM?
Dr. Sherpa in Hobbs, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Trustmark Mutual Holding Company
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Where is Dr. Sherpa's office located?
Dr. Tsering Sherpa's Primary Practice
5419 N Lovington Hwy
Hobbs, NM 88240
(505) 492-5648
What is Dr. Sherpa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sherpa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770543209.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sherpa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sherpa
What is Dr. Tsering Sherpa's specialty?
Dr. Sherpa is a Internist near Hobbs, NM.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.