Medicare Procedure and Patient Information
2020 Medicare Patient Data
Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristie Chang Sutton, MD.
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Dr. Kristie Chang Sutton, MD is an obstetrician and gynecologist in San Jose, CA specializing in obstetrics & gynecology. She graduated from University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine in 2016 and has 9 years of experience. Dr. Kristie Chang Sutton, MD is affiliated with El Camino Health, Sutter Health and SUTTER BAY MEDICAL FOUNDATION.
Hysterectomy (Uterus Removal)
A hysterectomy is an extremely common surgery performed to remove the uterus. Sometimes the fallopian tubes, ovaries, or cervix will be removed as well. A woman who has had a hysterectomy will no longer have periods and cannot get pregnant.
There are a variety of reasons that women have hysterectomies, including:
It is important to note that having any of these conditions does not necessarily mean that a hysterectomy is necessary. There are other available treatment options in most cases.
Although the uterus is responsible for a period, it is the ovaries that control the hormonal changes that women go through every month. So if a woman has a hysterectomy but keeps her ovaries, she might still experience hormonal swings every month even if she no longer has a period. Alternately, if a younger woman has a hysterectomy where her ovaries as removed, she will essentially be in immediate menopause.
A hysterectomy can be performed traditionally through one large cut in the abdomen, laparoscopically using tiny incisions and small tools, or through the vagina. Full recovery may take four to six weeks. After a hysterectomy, patients might experience sexual changes such as vaginal dryness or a change in libido. It is common to experience strong emotions after a hysterectomy, including both grief and relief. If a patient's ovaries were removed, they may be at higher risk for certain diseases, such as heart disease and osteoporosis. Taking hormonal birth control might reduce this risk.
Hysteroscopy
A hysteroscopy is a diagnostic procedure performed to examine the inside of the uterus. A thin tube with a camera and light at the end, called a hysteroscope, is inserted through the vagina. It allows the physician to view the cervix and uterine walls. Sometimes, gas or liquid is used to expand the uterus and allow a better view. If necessary, tiny instruments can also be passed through the tube and used for certain procedures, such as taking a biopsy or removing a polyp.
Hysteroscopy is often done to figure out the cause of abnormal menstrual bleeding. However, it can also be used to:
If surgery is necessary, hysteroscopy is often used along with laparoscopy, a kind of surgery performed through small incisions in the abdomen. Tiny tools are passed through the incisions, and the hysteroscope guides the doctors while surgery is performed.
Laparoscopic Surgery
Laparoscopic surgery is a kind of minimally invasive surgery using a thin, narrow tube called a laparoscope. Usually performed on the abdomen or the pelvic region, the surgeon makes a few very small incisions instead of one large one.
During the procedure, the surgeon inserts the laparoscope, which contains a light and camera that allows the surgeon to see what is happening inside the body. Then tiny tools are placed through the small openings and used to perform the surgery.
The most common laparoscopic surgery is gallbladder removal, but laparoscopic surgery may also be used for the removal of a kidney or appendix, to treat certain cysts and tumors, for bariatric surgery, for some GERD treatments, or for hernia repairs, among others.
Because laparoscopic surgery only uses a few tiny incisions, the scars are minimal and recovery is easier than with open surgery.
Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristie Chang Sutton, MD.
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Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kristie Chang Sutton, MD for Medicare patients.
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Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristie Chang Sutton, MD.
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| From 65 to 74 | |
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| From 75 to 84 | |
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| Less than 65 |
The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Kristie Chang Sutton, MD treated during 2021 were high cholesterol and hypertension.
| Hypertension | |
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| High Cholesterol | |
| Stroke | |
| Ischemic Heart Disease | |
| Depression | |
| Chronic Kidney Disease | |
| Asthma | |
| Osteoperosis | |
| Atrial Fibrilation | |
| Heart Failure | |
| Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease | |
| Diabetes | |
| Dementia | |
| Cancer |
Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristie Chang Sutton, MD.
| Male | |
|---|---|
| Female |
The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Kristie Chang Sutton, MD treated during 2022 were high cholesterol.
| Hypertension | |
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| High Cholesterol | |
| Stroke | |
| Ischemic Heart Disease | |
| Depression | |
| Chronic Kidney Disease | |
| Asthma | |
| Osteoperosis | |
| Atrial Fibrilation | |
| Heart Failure | |
| Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease | |
| Diabetes | |
| Dementia | |
| Cancer |
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kristie Chang Sutton, MD for Medicare patients.
| doctor visit | 14 |
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Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristie Chang Sutton, MD.
| Male | |
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| Female |
The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Kristie Chang Sutton, MD treated during 2023 were high cholesterol.
| Hypertension | |
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| High Cholesterol | |
| Stroke | |
| Ischemic Heart Disease | |
| Depression | |
| Chronic Kidney Disease | |
| Asthma | |
| Osteoperosis | |
| Atrial Fibrilation | |
| Heart Failure | |
| Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease | |
| Diabetes | |
| Dementia | |
| Cancer |
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kristie Chang Sutton, MD for Medicare patients.
| doctor visit | 13 |
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Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristie Chang Sutton, MD.
| Male | |
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| Female |
| 75 to 84 | |
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| 85 and over | |
| Less than 65 | |
| 65 to 74 |
The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Kristie Chang Sutton, MD treated were high cholesterol and hypertension.
| Hypertension | |
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| High Cholesterol | |
| Stroke | |
| Ischemic Heart Disease | |
| Depression | |
| Chronic Kidney Disease | |
| Asthma | |
| Osteoporosis | |
| Heart Failure | |
| Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease | |
| Diabetes | |
| Atrial Fibrillation | |
| Dementia | |
| Cancer |
Dr. Kristie Chang Sutton, MD graduated from University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine in 2016. She completed residency at Indiana University Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the Board Certification: Obstetrics and Gynecology and has a state license in California.
Medical School: University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine (2016)
Residency: Indiana University Affiliated Hospitals
Board Certification: Board Certification: Obstetrics and Gynecology
Licensed In: California
Dr. Kristie Chang Sutton, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Kristie Chang Sutton, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: WellCare, Blue Shield of California, Medicare Advantage, HealthSmart, MultiPlan, United Healthcare, TRICARE, Cigna, Alliance PPO, Anthem Blue Cross of California, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), Accepted Central California Alliance for Health Plans: TotalCare (HMO D-SNP), Accepted Valley Health Plan - Currently in Contract Negotiations Plans: Classic Commercial HMO Plan only, Accepted SCAN Plans: SCAN Compass (HMO), Accepted Santa Clara Family Health Plan Plans: DualConnect (HMO D-SNP), Accepted Provider Networks of America Plans: PPO, Accepted Sutter Health Plan Plans: Individual and Family Plan HMO: Large and Small Group HMO, Accepted Chinese Community Health Plan Plans: Active Choice- PPO Silver: Amber 50 HMO Silver: American Indian/Alaskan Native (Covered CA for Individual & Families): Bronze 60 HDHP HMO (including... and Accepted Aetna Plans: Aetna Choice POS II: Aetna Select EPO: Aetna Select Open Access: Aetna Signature Administrators (ASA): Aetna Student Health Program: Health Fund HMO (aka HMO/HRA): Health Fund....
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Kristie Chang Sutton, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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ACESSA PROVU SYSTEM $18 |
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Dr. Kristie Sutton is a specialist in obstetrics & gynecology. Her areas of expertise include menopause, infertility, and intrauterine device (IUD) insertion. She is affiliated with El Camino Health and Sutter Health. Dr. Sutton attended the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine for medical school and subsequently trained at a hospital affiliated with Indiana University for residency. Dr. Sutton usually honors Anthem, Blue California, and HealthSmart, in addition to other insurance carriers. Her practice in San Jose, CA is open to new patients as reported by El Camino Health.