Summary

Dr. Sandra Birchem treats hypertension, hypertensive emergency, and atrial fibrillation, and performs contrast echocardiography and transthoracic echocardiograms. She has practiced cardiology for 30 years and sees patients at CoxHealth Wheeler Heart and Vascular Center in Springfield, Missouri.

She earned her DO from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine, completed her residency at Iowa Methodist Medical Center in 1999, and completed a fellowship at North Iowa Medical Center Heartland Mercy in 2005. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Birchem 5 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 30 years of experience
  • 28 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • North Iowa Medical Center Heartland Mercy
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

CoxHealth Wheeler Heart and Vascular Center

3800 S National AveSpringfield, MO 65807
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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CardiologyCardiologyCardiologyCardiology
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30 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, German Speaks English
Springfield , MOCharleston , WVJefferson City , TNSpringfield , MO
Med School: Des Moines University, College of Osteopathic Medicine (Medical Education) Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine Med School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Sandra Birchem

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - POS
  • Aetna - PPO
  • AllCare Health - Medicaid
  • ATRIO Health Plans
  • Avera Health Plans
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • ESSENCE Healthcare
  • ESSENCE Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Humana
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medica
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Reliance Standard
  • State Farm
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - PPO
  • WPS Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Sandra Birchem has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Sandra Birchem has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

Sandra Birchem holds an expired medical license in the state of Missouri.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an expired medical license in the state of Missouri that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at North Iowa Medical Center Heartland Mercy in 2005.

Residency

Completed their residency at Iowa Methodist Medical Center in 1999.

Medical School

Graduated from Des Moines University, College of Osteopathic Medicine (Medical Education) in 1996.

NPI Number

Sandra Birchem's NPI number is 1902888241.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Sandra Birchem's office located?
Sandra Birchem's office is located at 3800 S National Ave, Springfield, MO, 65807.
Does Sandra Birchem accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Sandra Birchem has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Sandra Birchem speak?
Sandra Birchem speaks English.
Does Sandra Birchem accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Sandra Birchem accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Sandra Birchem accepting new patients?
Sandra Birchem is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Sandra Birchem's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

Data Sources

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  • NPPES NPI Registry
  • State medical licensing boards

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