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Dr. Douglas Friesen, MD

Rogers, AR

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Friesen, Surgeon in Rogers, AR?

    Dr. Douglas Friesen, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Rogers, AR with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Friesen completed his residency at St Francis Regl Med Ctr. Dr. Friesen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Friesen’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Friesen’s office at (479) 878-2550.

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

    • Residency: St Francis Regl Med Ctr

    Is Dr. Friesen board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas Friesen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Friesen speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Friesen treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Friesen 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. Friesen. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Skin Ulcers
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer
    • Diabetic skin sores
    • Diabetes-related wounds
    • Foot ulcers from diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
    • E11622: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin ulcer

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers and Inflammation
    • Vascular Disease
    • Inflamed Venous Hypertension Ulcers
    • High Venous Pressure with Sores and Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I87332: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer and inflammation of left lower extremity

    Also known as:

    • External Surgical Wound Opening
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • External wound dehiscence
    • Surgical incision separation
    • Outer wound rupture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8131XA: Disruption of external operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Pressure Sores
    • Bedsores
    • Decubitus Ulcers
    • Pressure Ulcers

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89324: Pressure ulcer of left buttock, stage 4

    What procedures does Dr. Friesen perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Friesen 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. Friesen. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Muscle Debridement
    • Skin and Tissue Debridement
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal
    • Muscle Cleaning Procedure
    • Fascia Debridement
    • Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
    • Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Debridement
    • Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
    • Bone Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Bone Debridement
    • Dead Bone Removal
    • Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement

    CPT Codes:

    • 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less

    Does Dr. Friesen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Friesen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (479) 878-2550 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Friesen accept in Rogers, AR?

    Dr. Friesen in Rogers, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Arkansas Municipal League

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arkansas

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Devoted Health

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Friesen's office located?

    Dr. Douglas Friesen's Primary Practice

    2708 S Rife Medical Ln Ste T40

    Rogers, AR 72758

    (479) 878-2550

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    Dr. Douglas Friesen's Practice 2

    802 S West End St

    Springdale, AR 72764

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    Dr. Douglas Friesen's Practice 3

    1194 W Walnut St

    Rogers, AR 72756

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

    Dr. Friesen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962460519.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Friesen?

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

    What is Dr. Douglas Friesen's specialty?

    Dr. Friesen is a Surgeon near Rogers, AR. 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. Contact Dr. Friesen to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Douglas Friesen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Friesen is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Northwest Arkansas 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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    Is Douglas Friesen accepting new patients in Rogers, AR?

    Yes, Dr. Douglas Friesen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Douglas Friesen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Friesen's office at (479) 878-2550 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Douglas Friesen?

    Please contact Dr. Friesen's office at (479) 878-2550 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Friesen have?

    Dr. Douglas Friesen is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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