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. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. 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 Medicare 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 as a 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 a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Norkiewicz typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Acute and Chronic 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
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
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Partial Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
- Partial Bowel Blockage
- Incomplete Intestinal Obstruction
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
- K56600: Partial intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to cause
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Right Upper Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- RUQ pain
- Pain in upper right stomach
- Right upper belly pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1011: Right upper quadrant pain
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
What procedures does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Norkiewicz typically perform?
As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Norkiewicz 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
- 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Appendectomy
- Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
- Keyhole Appendectomy
- Scope Appendectomy
CPT Codes:
- 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy
Also known as:
- Partial Colectomy with Colostomy (Hartmann's Procedure)
- Hartmann's Procedure
- Colon Resection with Colostomy
- Bowel Surgery with Stoma
CPT Codes:
- 44143: Colectomy, partial; with end colostomy and closure of distal segment (Hartmann type procedure)
Also known as:
- Small Intestine Resection
- Enterectomy
- Bowel resection
- Small bowel removal
- Intestinal surgery
CPT Codes:
- 44120: Enterectomy, resection of small intestine; single resection and anastomosis
Also known as:
- Gallbladder Removal
- Cholecystectomy
- Gallbladder Surgery
- Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
CPT Codes:
- 47600: Cholecystectomy;
Also known as:
- Reopening of Recent Abdominal Surgery
- Laparotomy Reopening
- Abdominal Incision Re-exploration
- Post-Surgical Abdominal Re-entry
CPT Codes:
- 49002: Reopening of recent laparotomy
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
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
Baylor Scott & White Holdings
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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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.
What does a Trauma Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Brian Norkiewicz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Norkiewicz is affiliated with Roosevelt General Hospital, Lubbock Heart & Surgical Hospital, Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm 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 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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