27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Norkiewicz, Trauma Surgeon in Lubbock, TX?
Dr. Brian Norkiewicz, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Lubbock, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Norkiewicz graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas and completed his residency at Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Norkiewicz is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Norkiewicz’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Norkiewicz’s office at (806) 771-3680.
Where did Dr. Norkiewicz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr, General Surgery | Texas Tech University (Amarillo) Health Sciences Center Program
Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas
Is Dr. Norkiewicz board certified in Trauma Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Brian Norkiewicz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Norkiewicz speak?
Dr. Norkiewicz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Norkiewicz treat?
As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Norkiewicz 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. Norkiewicz. 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:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Acute and Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Gallbladder Disease
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
- Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
- Gallbladder attack with stones
- Long-term Gallbladder Inflammation
- Chronic Cholecystitis
- Ongoing Gallbladder Issues
- Mixed cholecystitis with gallstones
- Acute and chronic gallbladder attack
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
- K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
- K811: Chronic cholecystitis
- K8012: Calculus of gallbladder with acute and chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Partial Intestinal Obstruction
- Intestinal Adhesions
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
- Partial Bowel Blockage
- Incomplete Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Adhesions
- Scar Tissue in Intestines
- Abdominal Adhesions
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
- K56600: Partial intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to cause
- K5650: Intestinal adhesions [bands], unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Acute Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection
- Appendicitis
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
- Appendicitis with Local Peritonitis
- Localized Abdominal Infection from Appendix
- Early Appendicitis with Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
- K3530: Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis, without perforation or gangrene
Also known as:
- Right Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Right Femur Fracture
- Thigh Bone Break
- Hip Bone Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72141A: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Thigh Bone Fracture
- Femoral Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72142A: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulitis with Perforation and Abscess
- Abscess
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Inflamed Colon Diverticula with Abscess
- Perforated Large Bowel Diverticulitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5720: Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Intestinal Perforation
- Colonic Disease
- Small Intestine Disorder
- Bowel Perforation
- Hole in Intestine
- Ruptured Bowel
ICD-10 Codes:
- K631: Perforation of intestine (nontraumatic)
Also known as:
- Peritoneal Abscess
- Abscess
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Abdominal abscess
- Intra-abdominal abscess
- Pus pocket in abdomen
ICD-10 Codes:
- K651: Peritoneal abscess
Also known as:
- Broken Hip Bone
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Hip fracture
- Femoral neck fracture
- Broken upper thigh bone
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72001A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Necrotizing Fasciitis
- Bacterial Infection
- Skin Infection
- Flesh-eating disease
- Necrotizing soft tissue infection
- Gangrene
ICD-10 Codes:
- M726: Necrotizing fasciitis
Also known as:
- Rectal Abscess
- Abscess
- Rectal Disorder
- Perirectal Abscess
- Pus Pocket in Rectum
- Rectal Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K611: Rectal abscess
Which procedures does Dr. Norkiewicz perform as a Trauma Surgeon?
As a Trauma Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Brian Norkiewicz 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. Norkiewicz's office.
Does Dr. Norkiewicz accept my insurance?
Dr. Norkiewicz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (806) 771-3680 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Norkiewicz accept in Lubbock, TX?
Dr. Norkiewicz in Lubbock, TX 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
FirstCare
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Presbyterian Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Norkiewicz's office located?
What is Dr. Norkiewicz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Norkiewicz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437185303.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Norkiewicz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Norkiewicz
What is Dr. Brian Norkiewicz's specialty?
Dr. Norkiewicz is a Trauma Surgeon near Lubbock, TX. Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency. Contact Dr. Norkiewicz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Brian Norkiewicz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Norkiewicz is affiliated with Covenant Medical Center 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 Brian Norkiewicz accepting new patients in Lubbock, TX?
Yes, Dr. Brian Norkiewicz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Norkiewicz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Norkiewicz's office at (806) 771-3680 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Norkiewicz?
Please contact Dr. Norkiewicz's office at (806) 771-3680 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Norkiewicz have?
Dr. Brian Norkiewicz is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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