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Dr. John Hovorka, MD

McAllen, TX

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hovorka, Surgeon in McAllen, TX?

    Dr. John Hovorka, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in McAllen, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Hovorka graduated from University of Wales in Great Britain and completed his residency at U Mo Ks City Sch Of Med, General Surgery; Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr, General Surgery; Charleston Area Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Hovorka is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hovorka’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hovorka’s office at (956) 992-9161.

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

    • Residency: U Mo Ks City Sch Of Med, General Surgery; Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr, General Surgery; Charleston Area Med Ctr, General Surgery

    • Medical School: University of Wales in Great Britain

    Is Dr. Hovorka board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. John Hovorka, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Hovorka speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Hovorka treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Hovorka 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. Hovorka. 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:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain at Rest
    • Peripheral Artery Disease with Left Leg Pain at Rest
    • Peripheral Artery Disease with Right Leg Pain at Rest
    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Peripheral Arterial Disease
    • PAD both legs pain at rest
    • Critical limb ischemia bilateral legs
    • Severe bilateral leg artery pain
    • PAD left leg pain at rest
    • Critical limb ischemia left leg
    • Severe left leg artery pain
    • PAD right leg pain at rest
    • Critical limb ischemia right leg
    • Severe right leg artery pain
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries
    • Bilateral leg claudication
    • PAD both legs pain with activity
    • Both legs artery pain when walking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I70223: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with rest pain, bilateral legs
    • I70222: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with rest pain, left leg
    • I70221: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with rest pain, right leg
    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
    • I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs

    Also known as:

    • Varicose Veins
    • Spider Veins
    • Venous Insufficiency
    • Chronic Venous Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I83813: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with pain

    Also known as:

    • Lymphedema
    • Lymphatic Swelling
    • Fluid Retention in Limbs
    • Chronic Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified

    What procedures does Dr. Hovorka perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Hovorka 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. Hovorka. 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:

    • Intravascular Ultrasound (Additional Non-Coronary Vessel)
    • Intravascular Ultrasound (Non-Heart Vessels)
    • IVUS for Blood Vessels
    • Non-Coronary Vessel Ultrasound
    • Internal Blood Vessel Imaging
    • IVUS (Non-Coronary)
    • Vessel Ultrasound
    • Internal Artery Ultrasound

    CPT Codes:

    • 37253: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; each additional noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 37252: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; initial noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Leg Artery Revascularization with Atherectomy and Angioplasty
    • Tibial Artery Revascularization
    • Peroneal Artery Revascularization
    • Leg Artery Plaque Removal
    • Peripheral Artery Disease Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 37229: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, tibial, peroneal artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Leg Artery Clearing and Widening (Atherectomy/Angioplasty)
    • Tibial/Peroneal Artery Revascularization
    • Endovascular Leg Artery Treatment
    • Atherectomy and Angioplasty (Leg)
    • Peripheral Artery Disease Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 37233: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, tibial/peroneal artery, unilateral, each additional vessel; with atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Leg Artery Unblocking with Atherectomy and Angioplasty
    • Femoral Artery Revascularization
    • Popliteal Artery Atherectomy
    • Leg Artery Angioplasty
    • Peripheral Artery Disease Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 37225: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Blood Clot Removal from Artery
    • Percutaneous Thrombectomy (Secondary)
    • Arterial Clot Extraction
    • Non-Coronary Thrombectomy
    • Bypass Graft Clot Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 37186: Secondary percutaneous transluminal thrombectomy (eg, nonprimary mechanical, snare basket, suction technique), noncoronary, non-intracranial, arterial or arterial bypass graft, including fluoroscopic guidance and intraprocedural pharmacological thrombolytic injections, provided in conjunction with another percutaneous intervention other than primary mechanical thrombectomy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Vein X-ray Injection (Extremity)
    • X-Rays
    • Extremity Venography
    • Venogram Injection
    • Vein Imaging Injection
    • Contrast Injection for Vein X-ray

    CPT Codes:

    • 36005: Injection procedure for extremity venography (including introduction of needle or intracatheter)

    Also known as:

    • Artery Needle or Catheter Insertion
    • Arterial Line Placement
    • Arterial Puncture
    • Artery Catheterization
    • Peripheral Arterial Access

    CPT Codes:

    • 36140: Introduction of needle or intracatheter, upper or lower extremity artery

    Also known as:

    • Foam Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
    • Sclerotherapy for veins
    • Foam injection for varicose veins
    • Ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy
    • Varicose vein injection
    • Varicose vein foam injection
    • Saphenous vein treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 36466: Injection of non-compounded foam sclerosant with ultrasound compression maneuvers to guide dispersion of the injectate, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring; multiple incompetent truncal veins (eg, great saphenous vein, accessory saphenous vein), same leg
    • 36465: Injection of non-compounded foam sclerosant with ultrasound compression maneuvers to guide dispersion of the injectate, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring; single incompetent extremity truncal vein (eg, great saphenous vein, accessory saphenous vein)

    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. Hovorka accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hovorka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 992-9161 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hovorka accept in McAllen, TX?

    Dr. Hovorka in McAllen, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Express Scripts

    • First Medical Health Plan

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Keenan and Associates

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • SGS North America Inc

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    Where is Dr. Hovorka's office located?

    Dr. John Hovorka's Primary Practice

    909 N Jackson Rd

    McAllen, TX 78501

    (956) 992-9161

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    Dr. John Hovorka's Practice 2

    2542 Central Palm Dr Ste 207

    Rio Grande City, TX 78582

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

    Dr. Hovorka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699710665.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hovorka?

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

    What is Dr. John Hovorka's specialty?

    Dr. Hovorka is a Surgeon near McAllen, TX. 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. Hovorka to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Hovorka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hovorka is affiliated with DHR Health, Starr County Memorial Hospital 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 John Hovorka accepting new patients in McAllen, TX?

    Yes, Dr. John Hovorka is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Hovorka offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hovorka's office at (956) 992-9161 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Hovorka?

    Please contact Dr. Hovorka's office at (956) 992-9161 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Hovorka have?

    Dr. John Hovorka is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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