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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hudak, Critical Care Surgeon in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Kathryn Hudak, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Hudak is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hudak’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hudak’s office at (843) 792-8954.
What languages does Dr. Hudak speak?
Dr. Hudak and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Hudak typically treat?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Hudak 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. Hudak. 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:
- Umbilical Hernia
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Ventral Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Abdominal Wall Hernia
- Epigastric Hernia
- Spigelian Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
Also known as:
- Pain
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R52: Pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Hudak typically perform?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Hudak 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. Hudak. 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:
- Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Ventral hernia repair
- Umbilical hernia surgery
- Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
- Incisional hernia repair
CPT Codes:
- 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible
Does Dr. Hudak accept my insurance?
Dr. Hudak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 792-8954 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hudak accept in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Hudak in Charleston, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hudak's office located?
What is Dr. Hudak's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hudak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164928834.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hudak?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hudak
What is Dr. Kathryn Hudak's specialty?
Dr. Hudak is a Critical Care Surgeon near Charleston, SC.
What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?
A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Kathryn Hudak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hudak is affiliated with Musc Health University Medical Center, Musc Health - Orangeburg 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 Kathryn Hudak accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?
Yes, Dr. Kathryn Hudak is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kathryn Hudak offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hudak's office at (843) 792-8954 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kathryn Hudak?
Please contact Dr. Hudak's office at (843) 792-8954 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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