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16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Folek, Surgeon in Rego Park, NY?
Dr. Jessica Folek, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Rego Park, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Folek is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Folek’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Folek’s office at (541) 222-2700.
Is Dr. Folek board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Jessica Folek, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Folek speak?
Dr. Folek and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Folek typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Folek 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. Folek. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bariatric Surgery Status
- Weight Loss Surgery
- Weight-loss (Metabolic & Bariatric) Surgery
- Weight Loss Surgery History
- Gastric Bypass Status
- Sleeve Gastrectomy Status
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9884: Bariatric surgery status
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Folek typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Folek 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. Folek. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
Does Dr. Folek accept my insurance?
Dr. Folek accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (541) 222-2700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Folek accept in Rego Park, NY?
Dr. Folek in Rego Park, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT)
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Folek's office located?
What is Dr. Folek's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Folek's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144488248.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Folek?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Folek
What is Dr. Jessica Folek's specialty?
Dr. Folek is a Surgeon near Rego Park, NY.
What does a Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Jessica Folek affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Folek is affiliated with Peacehealth St. John Medical Center, Peconic Bay Medical Center, North Shore University Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Jessica Folek accepting new patients in Rego Park, NY?
Yes, Dr. Jessica Folek is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jessica Folek offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Folek's office at (541) 222-2700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jessica Folek?
Please contact Dr. Folek's office at (541) 222-2700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jessica Folek have?
Dr. Jessica Folek is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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