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Dr. Karl Sorenson, MD
North Easton, MA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sorenson, Surgeon in North Easton, MA?
Dr. Karl Sorenson, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in North Easton, MA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Sorenson graduated from Padmashree Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College and completed his residency at Washington Hosp Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Sorenson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sorenson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sorenson’s office at (781) 453-8500.
Where did Dr. Sorenson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Washington Hosp Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: University Of Dublin- Trinity Coll- Sch Of Physic- Dublin- Ireland | Padmashree Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College
Is Dr. Sorenson board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Karl Sorenson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Sorenson speak?
Dr. Sorenson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Sorenson typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Sorenson 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. Sorenson. 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:
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers
- Vascular Disease
- Venous Hypertension Ulcers
- High Venous Pressure with Sores
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87312: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of left lower extremity
- I87311: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of right lower extremity
Also known as:
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Right Lower Leg
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Left Lower Leg
- Skin Condition
- Non-Pressure Leg Sore
- Persistent Leg Wound
- Right Leg Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore on Lower Leg
- Left Leg Skin Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97812: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right lower leg with fat layer exposed
- L97822: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left lower leg with fat layer exposed
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Sorenson typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Sorenson 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. Sorenson. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Unna Boot Application
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
- Muscle Debridement
- Small Burn Treatment
- Burns
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Compression Boot Application
- Unna Paste Bandage
- Leg Ulcer Dressing
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Skin Replacement
- Bioengineered Skin Application
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
- Partial-Thickness Burn Care
- Burn Debridement
- Minor Burn Dressing
- Small Burn Wound Care
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 16020: Dressings and/or debridement of partial-thickness burns, initial or subsequent; small (less than 5% total body surface area)
Also known as:
- Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
- Proud flesh removal
- Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
- Granulation tissue treatment
- Wound cautery
CPT Codes:
- 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)
Also known as:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
Does Dr. Sorenson accept my insurance?
Dr. Sorenson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (781) 453-8500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sorenson accept in North Easton, MA?
Dr. Sorenson in North Easton, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Cigna Group
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Point32Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sorenson's office located?
Dr. Karl Sorenson's Primary Practice
184 Lincoln St
North Easton, MA 02356
(781) 453-8500
What is Dr. Sorenson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sorenson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710952437.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sorenson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sorenson
What is Dr. Karl Sorenson's specialty?
Dr. Sorenson is a Surgeon near North Easton, MA.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Karl Sorenson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sorenson is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital-Needham 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 Karl Sorenson accepting new patients in North Easton, MA?
Yes, Dr. Karl Sorenson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karl Sorenson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sorenson's office at (781) 453-8500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karl Sorenson?
Please contact Dr. Sorenson's office at (781) 453-8500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Karl Sorenson have?
Dr. Karl Sorenson is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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