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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kolwitz, Transplant Surgeon in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Christine Kolwitz, DO is a Transplant Surgeon, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kolwitz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kolwitz’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kolwitz’s office at (505) 841-1434.
What languages does Dr. Kolwitz speak?
Dr. Kolwitz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kolwitz treat?
As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Kolwitz 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. Kolwitz. 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
- Ventral Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
- Abdominal Wall Hernia
- Epigastric Hernia
- Spigelian Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K439: Ventral 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:
- Immune Deficiency from Drugs
- Drug-Induced Immunodeficiency
- Medication-Caused Immune Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- D84821: Immunodeficiency due to drugs
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
What procedures does Dr. Kolwitz perform?
As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Kolwitz 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. Kolwitz. 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:
- Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
- Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Groin Hernia Surgery
- Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
- First Inguinal Hernia Fix
- Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
- Ventral hernia repair
- Umbilical hernia surgery
- Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
- Incisional hernia repair
CPT Codes:
- 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
- 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
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Does Dr. Kolwitz accept my insurance?
Dr. Kolwitz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 841-1434 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kolwitz accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Kolwitz in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
OptumRx
Presbyterian Health Plan
State of New Mexico
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kolwitz's office located?
Dr. Christine Kolwitz's Primary Practice
201 Cedar St SE Ste 820
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 841-1434
What is Dr. Kolwitz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kolwitz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386171098.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kolwitz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kolwitz
What is Dr. Christine Kolwitz's specialty?
Dr. Kolwitz is a Transplant Surgeon near Albuquerque, NM. 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. Kolwitz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christine Kolwitz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kolwitz is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, NM, Lovelace 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
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Is Christine Kolwitz accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes, Dr. Christine Kolwitz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christine Kolwitz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kolwitz's office at (505) 841-1434 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christine Kolwitz?
Please contact Dr. Kolwitz's office at (505) 841-1434 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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