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Dr. Jade Nunez, MD

Critical Care Surgeon

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Surgeon

Salt Lake City, UT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nunez, Critical Care Surgeon in Salt Lake City, UT?

    Dr. Jade Nunez, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Salt Lake City, UT. Dr. Nunez is currently affiliated with University Of Utah Hospital Surgical Icu. Dr. Nunez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nunez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nunez’s office at (801) 585-1618.

    Where did Dr. Nunez go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Louisiana State University Health Shreveport / School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Nunez speak?

    Dr. Nunez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Nunez typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Nunez 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. Nunez. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Broken Ribs
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Multiple Rib Fractures
    • Rib Cage Fracture
    • Broken Ribs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S2243XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, bilateral, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection
    • Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Gallbladder attack with stones

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K810: Acute cholecystitis
    • K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction

    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:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    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

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Nunez typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Jade Nunez may include:

    Please contact Dr. Nunez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Nunez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nunez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (801) 585-1618 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nunez accept in Salt Lake City, UT?

    Dr. Nunez in Salt Lake City, UT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • State of Virginia

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Nunez's office located?

    University Of Utah Hospital Surgical Icu

    50 N Medical Dr

    Salt Lake City, UT 84132

    (801) 585-1618

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    What is Dr. Nunez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Nunez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851581235.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nunez?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nunez

    What is Dr. Jade Nunez's specialty?

    Dr. Nunez is a Critical Care Surgeon near Salt Lake City, UT.

    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. Jade Nunez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nunez is affiliated with Uva University Hospital, Sentara Rmh Medical Center, Uva Health Culpeper Medical Center 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

    When to see a Critical Care Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care Surgeon. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Jade Nunez accepting new patients in Salt Lake City, UT?

    Yes, Dr. Jade Nunez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jade Nunez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nunez's office at (801) 585-1618 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jade Nunez?

    Please contact Dr. Nunez's office at (801) 585-1618 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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