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2020 Medicare Patient Data
Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristie C. Sutton, MD.
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Dr. Kristie C. 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 C. Sutton, MD is affiliated with Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group, Sutter Health and SUTTER BAY MEDICAL FOUNDATION.
2400 Samaritan Drive Suite 105
San Jose, CA 95124
2506 Samaritan Court Floor 3
San Jose, CA 95124
Craniotomy
Craniotomy and craniectomy are surgical procedures used to access the brain and treat tumors, intracranial pressure, or other conditions. These surgeries are performed by creating holes in the skull, or cranium, to expose the brain. The opening in the skull can be immediately replaced (craniotomy), or it can be replaced during a later procedure (craniectomy). The following procedures use craniotomy or craniectomy:
To perform a craniotomy, the surgeon will need to make an incision on the scalp to expose the skull. Some of the hair may be shaved, and the scalp will be cleaned with antiseptic solution. Following the incision, the surgeon will use a drill to remove a piece of the skull, called a bone or skull flap. If the surgeon needs to reach a tumor or perform an aspiration, the dura, which covers the brain, will be incised (cut) to access the lesion. The bone flap will be reattached once the surgeon has completed the procedure. If the surgeon is performing a craniectomy, the same steps will be followed, but a mesh piece will be placed where the bone flap was, and the scalp will be surgically closed. Patients will need to wear a special helmet for a few months after the procedure. The bone flap will be preserved and replaced during a later operation, or it may never be replaced.
Patient recovery period can range from two days to two weeks, depending on the specific procedure and condition. Patient will require monitoring and may be given medication for pain or brain swelling. Patients will have to restrict their physical activity for some time after the procedure, and they may need to work with a physical therapist.
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.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kristie C. Sutton, MD for Medicare patients.
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Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kristie C. Sutton, MD.
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The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Kristie C. Sutton, MD treated were high cholesterol and hypertension.
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Dr. Kristie C. 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 C. Sutton, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Kristie C. Sutton, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: TRICARE, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), Cigna, Anthem Blue Cross of California, Blue Shield of California, MultiPlan, WellCare, Medicare Advantage, United Healthcare, Alliance PPO, HealthSmart, Accepted Sutter Health Plus Plans: Individual and Family Plan HMO: Large and Small Group HMO, Accepted Aetna Plans: Aetna Choice POS II: Aetna Open Access Elect Choice EPO: Aetna Premier Care Network (APCN): Aetna Premier Care Network (APCN) Plus: Aetna Select EPO: Aetna Select Open Access:..., 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 Valley Health Plan Plans: Classic Commercial HMO Plan only.
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Dr. Kristie Sutton's specialty is obstetrics & gynecology. These areas are among her clinical interests: menopause, minimally invasive hip surgery, and infertility. Her professional affiliations include El Camino Health and Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group. After completing medical school at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine, Dr. Sutton performed her residency at a hospital affiliated with Indiana University. She appears to be in-network for Anthem, Blue California, and HealthSmart, in addition to other insurance carriers. Dr. Sutton's practice in San Jose, CA is open to new patients as reported by El Camino Health.