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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Valbuena, Surgeon in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Valeria Valbuena, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Valbuena is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Valbuena’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Valbuena’s office at (312) 695-8900.
What languages does Dr. Valbuena speak?
Dr. Valbuena and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Valbuena treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Valbuena 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. Valbuena. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Liver Failure
- Liver Disease
- Hepatic insufficiency
- Liver dysfunction
- End-stage liver disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7290: Hepatic failure, unspecified without coma
What procedures does Dr. Valbuena perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Valbuena 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. Valbuena. 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:
- Kidney Transplant (without removing old kidney)
- Renal Allotransplantation
- Kidney Graft Implantation
- New Kidney Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 50360: Renal allotransplantation, implantation of graft; without recipient nephrectomy
Also known as:
- Preparing a Donor Kidney for Transplant
- Kidney Transplant Preparation
- Donor Kidney Backbench Preparation
- Renal Allograft Preparation
CPT Codes:
- 50323: Backbench standard preparation of cadaver donor renal allograft prior to transplantation, including dissection and removal of perinephric fat, diaphragmatic and retroperitoneal attachments, excision of adrenal gland, and preparation of ureter(s), renal vein(s), and renal artery(s), ligating branches, as necessary
Also known as:
- Kidney Transplant Vein Preparation
- Donor Kidney Preparation for Transplant
- Donor Kidney Vein Reconstruction
- Renal Allograft Venous Anastomosis
- Kidney Graft Vein Surgery
- Renal Allograft Preparation
- Kidney Transplant Organ Prep
- Living Donor Kidney Dissection
CPT Codes:
- 50327: Backbench reconstruction of cadaver or living donor renal allograft prior to transplantation; venous anastomosis, each
- 50325: Backbench standard preparation of living donor renal allograft (open or laparoscopic) prior to transplantation, including dissection and removal of perinephric fat and preparation of ureter(s), renal vein(s), and renal artery(s), ligating branches, as necessary
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant Surgery
- Orthotopic liver transplant
- Cadaveric liver transplant
- Living donor liver transplant
- Liver replacement surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47135: Liver allotransplantation, orthotopic, partial or whole, from cadaver or living donor, any age
Also known as:
- Donor Liver Preparation for Transplant
- Cadaver Liver Graft Preparation
- Liver Transplant Backbench Preparation
- Organ Procurement for Liver Transplant
CPT Codes:
- 47143: Backbench standard preparation of cadaver donor whole liver graft prior to allotransplantation, including cholecystectomy, if necessary, and dissection and removal of surrounding soft tissues to prepare the vena cava, portal vein, hepatic artery, and common bile duct for implantation; without trisegment or lobe split
Does Dr. Valbuena accept my insurance?
Dr. Valbuena accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 695-8900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Valbuena accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Valbuena in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advocate Health Care
All Other Third Party
Chevron
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
State of Nevada
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Valbuena's office located?
Dr. Valeria Valbuena's Primary Practice
676 N Saint Clair St Fl 19
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 695-8900
What is Dr. Valbuena's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Valbuena's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275069312.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Valbuena?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Valbuena
What is Dr. Valeria Valbuena's specialty?
Dr. Valbuena is a Surgeon near Chicago, IL. 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. Valbuena to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Valeria Valbuena affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Valbuena is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital 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 Valeria Valbuena accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Valeria Valbuena is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Valeria Valbuena offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Valbuena's office at (312) 695-8900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Valeria Valbuena?
Please contact Dr. Valbuena's office at (312) 695-8900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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