24 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Dente, Specialist in Atlanta, GA?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Dente?
Dr. Christopher Dente, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Dente empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Trauma, Trauma/Critical Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Atlanta, GA community, Dr. Dente is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Dente go to medical school and complete their residency?
Is Dr. Dente board certified as a Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Dente, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Dente speak?
Dr. Dente and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Dente typically treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Dente 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. Dente. 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:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Ventral Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
- Abdominal Wall Hernia
- Epigastric Hernia
- Spigelian Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Wound Reopening
- Wounds and Injuries
- Wound dehiscence
- Surgical wound disruption
- Opened wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8130XD: Disruption of wound, unspecified, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Other Specified Aftercare
- Specific post-op care
- Specialized recovery care
- Follow-up for specific procedures
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare
Does Dr. Dente accept my insurance?
Dr. Dente accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 616-4591 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dente accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Dente in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Dente's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Dente affiliated with?
Dr. Dente has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Dente's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dente's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033291539.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dente?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dente