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Who is Dr. Depaz, Surgeon in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Hector Depaz, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Depaz graduated from University of the West Indies Faculty of Medicine St. Augustine and completed his residency at Harlem Hospital Center, General Surgery. Dr. Depaz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Depaz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Depaz’s office at (212) 939-1000.
Where did Dr. Depaz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Harlem Hospital Center, General Surgery | Harlem Hospital Center Program
Medical School: University Of West Indies- Fac Med Sci- Kingston- Jamaica | Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of The West Indies (Jamaica) | University of the West Indies Faculty of Medicine St. Augustine
Is Dr. Depaz board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Hector Depaz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Depaz speak?
Dr. Depaz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Depaz treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Depaz 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. Depaz. 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:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Loss of Digestive Organ Part
- Digestive Disease
- Digestive Tract Removal
- Missing Digestive Organ
- Gastrointestinal Resection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9049: Acquired absence of other specified parts of digestive tract
Also known as:
- Other Surgical Aftercare
- After Surgery
- General post-operative care
- Unspecified surgical recovery
- Surgical follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Wound Dressing Change or Removal
- Wounds and Injuries
- Non-surgical dressing care
- Wound care visit
- Dressing replacement
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing
What procedures does Dr. Depaz perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Depaz 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. Depaz. 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. Depaz accept my insurance?
Dr. Depaz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 939-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Depaz accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Depaz in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cascade Comprehensive Care
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Deutsche Bank
Elderplan
First Medical Health Plan
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Depaz's office located?
What is Dr. Depaz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Depaz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831200245.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Depaz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Depaz
What is Dr. Hector Depaz's specialty?
Dr. Depaz is a Surgeon near Brooklyn, 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. Depaz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Hector Depaz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Depaz is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Wyckoff Heights Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Hector Depaz accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Hector Depaz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hector Depaz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Depaz's office at (212) 939-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hector Depaz?
Please contact Dr. Depaz's office at (212) 939-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Hector Depaz have?
Dr. Hector Depaz is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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