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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cicalese, Transplant Surgeon in League City, TX?
Dr. Luca Cicalese, MD is a Transplant Surgeon, who primarily practices in League City, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years. Dr. Cicalese is fluent in English and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cicalese’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cicalese’s office at (508) 334-7232.
Where did Dr. Cicalese go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Universita Degli Studi Di Roma Med School Rome Italy
What languages does Dr. Cicalese speak?
Dr. Cicalese and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
What conditions does Dr. Cicalese treat?
As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Cicalese 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. Cicalese. 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:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Incisional Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
- Post-surgical Hernia
- Surgical Incision Hernia
- Scar Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
What procedures does Dr. Cicalese perform?
As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Cicalese 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. Cicalese. 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:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
- Groin Hernia Surgery
- Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
- First Inguinal Hernia Fix
- Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
Does Dr. Cicalese accept my insurance?
Dr. Cicalese accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 334-7232 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cicalese accept in League City, TX?
Dr. Cicalese in League City, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
HealthComp
Medicare
SGS North America Inc
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Cicalese's office located?
Dr. Luca Cicalese's Primary Practice
2240 Gulf Fwy S Ste 3
League City, TX 77573
(508) 334-7232
What is Dr. Cicalese's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cicalese's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245221472.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cicalese?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cicalese
What is Dr. Luca Cicalese's specialty?
Dr. Cicalese is a Transplant Surgeon near League City, TX. A transplant surgeon specializes in replacing damaged body organs with healthy ones from donors. They are responsible to oversee the entire process, including evaluating recipients, selecting donor organs, performing surgeries, and managing postoperative care to ensure successful recovery of a patient. Contact Dr. Cicalese to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Luca Cicalese affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cicalese is affiliated with John Sealy Hospital, Galveston, DHR Health 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
Where can I learn more about Transplant Surgeon?
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Is Luca Cicalese accepting new patients in League City, TX?
Yes, Dr. Luca Cicalese is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Luca Cicalese offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cicalese's office at (508) 334-7232 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Luca Cicalese?
Please contact Dr. Cicalese's office at (508) 334-7232 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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