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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hessel, Vascular Surgeon in Lawrence, KS?
Dr. Kara Hessel, DO is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Lawrence, KS with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Hessel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hessel’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hessel’s office at (785) 505-2200.
What languages does Dr. Hessel speak?
Dr. Hessel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Hessel treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Hessel 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. Hessel. 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:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- AAA
- Aorta Bulge
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7143: Infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture
Also known as:
- Left Carotid Artery Disease
- Right Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Left Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Left Carotid Artery
- Left Carotid Artery Blockage
- Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
- Right Carotid Artery Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6522: Occlusion and stenosis of left carotid artery
- I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease and Gangrene
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Gangrene
- Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease
- PAD from Diabetes
- Circulation Problems from Diabetes
- Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease with Gangrene
- PAD with Tissue Death
- Circulation Problems with Gangrene from Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1151: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy without gangrene
- E1152: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy with gangrene
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
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Aneurysm
- Aneurysms
- Lower Extremity Aneurysm
- Leg Blood Vessel Bulge
- Peripheral Aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I724: Aneurysm of artery of lower extremity
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Which procedures does Dr. Hessel perform as a Vascular Surgeon?
As a Vascular Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Kara Hessel 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. Hessel's office.
Does Dr. Hessel accept my insurance?
Dr. Hessel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (785) 505-2200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hessel accept in Lawrence, KS?
Dr. Hessel in Lawrence, KS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Bankers
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Transamerica Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hessel's office located?
Dr. Kara Hessel's Primary Practice
330 Arkansas St Ste 202
Lawrence, KS 66044
(785) 505-2200
What is Dr. Hessel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hessel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306264304.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hessel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hessel
What is Dr. Kara Hessel's specialty?
Dr. Hessel is a Vascular Surgeon near Lawrence, KS. A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. Contact Dr. Hessel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kara Hessel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hessel is affiliated with The University Of Kansas 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 Kara Hessel accepting new patients in Lawrence, KS?
Yes, Dr. Kara Hessel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kara Hessel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hessel's office at (785) 505-2200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kara Hessel?
Please contact Dr. Hessel's office at (785) 505-2200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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