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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Brooks, Surgeon in Brownsville, TX?
Dr. Karen Brooks, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Brownsville, TX with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Brooks graduated from University of Texas Medical School, Houston. Dr. Brooks is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brooks’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brooks’s office at (956) 362-3980.
Where did Dr. Brooks go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Texas Medical School, Houston | University of Texas Medical School, Houston
What languages does Dr. Brooks speak?
Dr. Brooks and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Brooks treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Brooks 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. Brooks. 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:
- Obstructed Surgical Incision Hernia
- Obstructed Belly Button Hernia
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Inguinal Hernia
- Incisional Hernia with Obstruction
- Blocked Incision Hernia
- Strangulated Incisional Hernia
- Umbilical Hernia with Obstruction
- Blocked Belly Button Hernia
- Strangulated Umbilical Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K430: Incisional hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
- K420: Umbilical hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Phimosis
- Penis Disorder
- Tight foreskin
- Foreskin constriction
- Retracted foreskin problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N471: Phimosis
Also known as:
- Lump in Left Breast
- Lump in Right Breast
- Breast Disease
- Left breast mass
- Left breast lesion
- Left breast nodule
- Right breast mass
- Right breast lesion
- Right breast nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6320: Unspecified lump in the left breast, unspecified quadrant
- N6310: Unspecified lump in the right breast, unspecified quadrant
Also known as:
- Pilonidal Sinus with Abscess
- Pilonidal Cyst with Abscess
- Abscess
- Tailbone Disorder
- Infected Tailbone Sinus
- Sacrococcygeal Abscess
- Tailbone Abscess
- Infected Tailbone Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0502: Pilonidal sinus with abscess
- L0501: Pilonidal cyst with abscess
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Trunk Lump or Swelling
- Body Mass
- Torso Lump
- Trunk Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R222: Localized swelling, mass and lump, trunk
Also known as:
- Inguinal Hernia with Obstruction
- Hernia
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Groin Hernia with Blockage
- Strangulated Inguinal Hernia
- Obstructed Groin Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4030: Unilateral inguinal hernia, with obstruction, without gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
Also known as:
- Tiny Calcium Spots on Mammogram
- Mammography
- Breast microcalcifications
- Mammogram calcifications
- Small calcium deposits in breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- R920: Mammographic microcalcification found on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Epidermal Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Epidermoid Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L720: Epidermal cyst
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Which procedures does Dr. Brooks perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Karen Brooks may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Brooks' office.
Does Dr. Brooks accept my insurance?
Dr. Brooks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 362-3980 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Brooks accept in Brownsville, TX?
Dr. Brooks in Brownsville, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Government Employees Health Association
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Brooks' office located?
Dr. Karen Brooks' Primary Practice
4770 N Expressway Ste 305A
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 362-3980
Dr. Karen Brooks' Practice 2
800 W Jefferson St Ste 150
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 544-8144
What is Dr. Brooks's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Brooks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366476285.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brooks?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brooks
What is Dr. Karen Brooks's specialty?
Dr. Brooks is a Surgeon near Brownsville, TX. 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. Brooks to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Karen Brooks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Brooks is affiliated with Dhr 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
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Is Karen Brooks accepting new patients in Brownsville, TX?
Yes, Dr. Karen Brooks is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Brooks offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Brooks's office at (956) 362-3980 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Brooks?
Please contact Dr. Brooks's office at (956) 362-3980 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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