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Dr. Michael Sension, MD

Fort Lauderdale, FL

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients
Online booking

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sension, Internist in Fort Lauderdale, FL?

    Dr. Michael Sension, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fort Lauderdale, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years. Dr. Sension graduated from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Clinical Ctr At The Nih, Infectious Diseases; Ny & Presby Hp-Cornell Campus, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sension is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sension’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sension’s office at (754) 701-6911.

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

    • Residency: Clinical Ctr At The Nih, Infectious Diseases; Ny & Presby Hp-Cornell Campus, Internal Medicine | New York Presbyterian Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch of Med, Baltimore Md | Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Sension speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Sension typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Sension 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. Sension. 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:

    • HIV
    • HIV Counseling
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus
    • AIDS virus
    • HIV Support Services
    • AIDS Counseling
    • Sexual Health Counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
    • Z717: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] counseling

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to HIV
    • Exposure to Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI)
    • HIV
    • Sexually Transmitted Infection
    • HIV contact
    • Suspected HIV exposure
    • Human immunodeficiency virus exposure
    • Contact with STD
    • Suspected STI exposure
    • Sexual disease contact

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z206: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to human immunodeficiency virus [HIV]
    • Z202: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • HIV Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter
    • PrEP for HIV
    • HIV Prevention Medication
    • Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization
    • Z2981: Encounter for HIV pre-exposure prophylaxis

    Also known as:

    • Other Mental Health Screening
    • Mental Health Screening
    • Behavioral Disorder Screening
    • Psychological Evaluation
    • Mental Wellness Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Sension typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Sension may include:

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

    Does Dr. Sension accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sension accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (754) 701-6911 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sension accept in Fort Lauderdale, FL?

    Dr. Sension in Fort Lauderdale, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Connective Rx

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sension's office located?

    Dr. Michael Sension's Primary Practice

    315 SE 14th St

    Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

    (754) 701-6911

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    Dr. Michael Sension's Practice 2

    1726 SE 3rd Ave

    Ft Lauderdale, FL 33316

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    Dr. Michael Sension's Practice 3

    4101 S Hospital Dr Ste 9

    Plantation, FL 33317

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Michael Sension?

    Dr. Sension has appointments available at his Fort Lauderdale, FL office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Sension's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790749661.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sension?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Sension's specialty?

    Dr. Sension is a Internist near Fort Lauderdale, FL.

    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.

    Is this Dr. Michael Sension affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sension is affiliated with Holy Cross Health 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

    When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Michael Sension accepting new patients in Fort Lauderdale, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Sension is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Sension offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Sension, or call (754) 701-6911 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Sension?

    Please contact Dr. Sension's office at (754) 701-6911 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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