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Dr. Donald Hickey, MD

North Tonawanda, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hickey, Surgeon in North Tonawanda, NY?

    Dr. Donald Hickey, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in North Tonawanda, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Hickey completed his residency at Millard Fillmore Gates Circle Hospital. Dr. Hickey is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hickey’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hickey’s office at (716) 568-3600.

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

    • Residency: Millard Fillmore Gates Circle Hospital

    Is Dr. Hickey board certified in Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Donald Hickey, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Hickey speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Hickey treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Hickey 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. Hickey. 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:

    • Septic Shock
    • Sepsis
    • Shock
    • Severe blood poisoning with shock
    • Septic collapse
    • Infection-induced shock
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6521: Severe sepsis with septic shock
    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Cancer
    • Urinary Bladder Cancer
    • Bladder Tumor
    • Urothelial Carcinoma of Bladder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C678: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of bladder

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
    • DKA in Type 2 Diabetes
    • High Blood Sugar Emergency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1110: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma

    Also known as:

    • After Surgery
    • Digestive Disease
    • Postoperative Digestive Disorders
    • Other GI Complications Post-Op
    • Problems After Digestive Procedure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K9189: Other postprocedural complications and disorders of digestive system

    Also known as:

    • Internal Bleeding
    • Bleeding
    • Hemorrhage
    • Blood Loss
    • Excessive Bleeding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R58: Hemorrhage, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Complete Bowel Blockage from Adhesions
    • Total Adhesive Bowel Obstruction
    • Full Intestinal Blockage from Scar Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5652: Intestinal adhesions [bands] with complete obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Pressure
    • Hypotension
    • Blood Pressure Drop
    • Fainting Spells

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I959: Hypotension, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Which procedures does Dr. Hickey perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Donald Hickey may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hickey's office.

    Does Dr. Hickey accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hickey accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 568-3600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hickey accept in North Tonawanda, NY?

    Dr. Hickey in North Tonawanda, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield

    • Fallon Community Health Plan

    • HealthNow New York

    • Humana

    • Independent Health

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Hickey's office located?

    Dr. Donald Hickey's Primary Practice

    445 Tremont St # 705

    North Tonawanda, NY 14120

    (716) 568-3600

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    Dr. Donald Hickey's Practice 2

    100 High St

    Buffalo, NY 14203

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    Dr. Donald Hickey's Practice 3

    1540 Maple Rd

    Buffalo, NY 14221

    (716) 568-3600

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

    Dr. Hickey's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407812282.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hickey?

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

    What is Dr. Donald Hickey's specialty?

    Dr. Hickey is a Surgeon near North Tonawanda, NY. 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. Contact Dr. Hickey to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Donald Hickey affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hickey is affiliated with Buffalo General 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 Donald Hickey accepting new patients in North Tonawanda, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Donald Hickey is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Donald Hickey offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hickey's office at (716) 568-3600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Donald Hickey?

    Please contact Dr. Hickey's office at (716) 568-3600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Donald Hickey have?

    Dr. Donald Hickey is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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