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Dr. Marilyn Sandford, MD

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Dr. Marilyn Sandford, MD

Anchorage, AK

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sandford, Surgeon in Anchorage, AK?

    Dr. Marilyn Sandford, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Anchorage, AK with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Sandford graduated from University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine and completed her residency at Virginia Mason Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Sandford is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sandford’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sandford’s office at (999) 999-9999.

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

    • Residency: Virginia Mason Med Ctr, General Surgery

    • Medical School: University of Chicago, Pritzker Sch of Med, Chicago Il | University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Sandford board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Marilyn Sandford, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Sandford speak?

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

    • English

    • Portuguese

    • Russian

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Sandford typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Sandford 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. Sandford. 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:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
    • Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
    • Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma
    • Right female breast cancer upper-outer
    • Upper-outer right female breast tumor
    • Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
    • Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
    • Precancerous cells right breast
    • Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
    • DCIS right breast
    • Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
    • Diffuse left female breast cancer
    • Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
    • C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
    • D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
    • C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
    • Mammography
    • Inconclusive mammogram
    • Unclear breast scan results
    • Abnormal breast scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast

    Also known as:

    • Other Breast Symptoms
    • Breast Disease
    • Unspecified Breast Issues
    • General Breast Problems
    • Breast Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N6459: Other signs and symptoms in breast

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Sandford typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Sandford performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Sandford. 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:

    • Partial Mastectomy
    • Mastectomy
    • Lumpectomy
    • Breast conserving surgery
    • Quadrantectomy
    • Segmentectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);

    Does Dr. Sandford accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sandford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (999) 999-9999 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sandford accept in Anchorage, AK?

    Dr. Sandford in Anchorage, AK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Christian Healthcare Ministries

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Physicians Mutual Insurance Company

    • Tall Tree Administrators

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Sandford's office located?

    Dr. Marilyn Sandford's Primary Practice

    3851 Piper St Ste U462

    Anchorage, AK 99508

    (999) 999-9999

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    Dr. Marilyn Sandford's Practice 2

    1700 E Bogard Rd

    Wasilla, AK 99654

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    Dr. Marilyn Sandford's Practice 3

    10928 Eagle River Rd Ste 150

    Eagle River, AK 99577

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    Ratings & Reviews

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    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 1 reviews

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    100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

    Patients give Dr. Marilyn Sandford an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Sandford has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Sandford, her bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Sandford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427012244.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sandford?

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

    What is Dr. Marilyn Sandford's specialty?

    Dr. Sandford is a Surgeon near Anchorage, AK.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Marilyn Sandford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sandford is affiliated with Alaska 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

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    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Surgeon. 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 Marilyn Sandford accepting new patients in Anchorage, AK?

    Yes, Dr. Marilyn Sandford is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Marilyn Sandford offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sandford's office at (999) 999-9999 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Marilyn Sandford?

    Please contact Dr. Sandford's office at (999) 999-9999 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Marilyn Sandford have?

    Dr. Marilyn Sandford is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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