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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Folkers, Surgeon in Austin, TX?
Dr. David Folkers, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Austin, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Folkers completed his residency at Kaiser Permanente Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Folkers is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Folkers’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Folkers’s office at (512) 402-5806.
Where did Dr. Folkers go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Kaiser Permanente Med Ctr, General Surgery | University Calif San Francisco East Bay
Medical School: University of Ks Sch of Med, Kansas City Ks
Is Dr. Folkers board certified in Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. David Folkers, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Folkers speak?
Dr. Folkers and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Folkers treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Folkers 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. Folkers. 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:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Incisional Hernia
- Ventral Hernia
- Obstructed Surgical Incision Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Post-surgical Hernia
- Surgical Incision Hernia
- Scar Hernia
- Abdominal Wall Hernia
- Epigastric Hernia
- Spigelian Hernia
- Incisional Hernia with Obstruction
- Blocked Incision Hernia
- Strangulated Incisional Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K430: Incisional hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Gallstones with gallbladder inflammation without blockage
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Cholecystitis with gallstones, no obstruction
- Gallbladder inflammation from stones, unblocked
- Non-obstructive cholecystitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8018: Calculus of gallbladder with other cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulosis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Diverticular Disease
- Colon Diverticula
- Pockets in the Colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Growth of Unknown Type in the Colon
- Colonic Disease
- Indeterminate colon mass
- Colon tumor of unknown nature
- Colon neoplasm of uncertain behavior
ICD-10 Codes:
- D374: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of colon
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulitis with Perforation and Abscess
- Abscess
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Inflamed Colon Diverticula with Abscess
- Perforated Large Bowel Diverticulitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5720: Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
- Gallbladder attack with stones
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Epidermoid Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Skin Lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- L723: Sebaceous cyst
Also known as:
- Benign Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Disease
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous colon growth
- Colon adenoma
- Benign colon tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D126: Benign neoplasm of colon, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Bowel Movements
- Bowel Movement
- Unusual stool
- Changes in poop
- Fecal changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- R195: Other fecal abnormalities
Also known as:
- History of Adenomatous and Serrated Colon Polyps
- Past Colon Polyps
- Previous Adenomas
- History of Precancerous Colon Growths
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z860101: Personal history of adenomatous and serrated colon polyps
Also known as:
- Bilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Double Groin Hernia
- Hernia in Both Groins
- Non-obstructed Inguinal Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4020: Bilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Which procedures does Dr. Folkers perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. David Folkers may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Folkers' office.
Does Dr. Folkers accept my insurance?
Dr. Folkers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (512) 402-5806 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Folkers accept in Austin, TX?
Dr. Folkers in Austin, 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
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Folkers' office located?
Dr. David Folkers' Primary Practice
4207 James Casey St Ste 304
Austin, TX 78745
(512) 402-5806
What is Dr. Folkers's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Folkers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538265442.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Folkers?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Folkers
What is Dr. David Folkers's specialty?
Dr. Folkers is a Surgeon near Austin, 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. Folkers to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. David Folkers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Folkers is affiliated with St. David's South Austin Medical Center, Heart Hospital Of Austin 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 David Folkers accepting new patients in Austin, TX?
Yes, Dr. David Folkers is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Folkers offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Folkers's office at (512) 402-5806 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Folkers?
Please contact Dr. Folkers's office at (512) 402-5806 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Folkers have?
Dr. David Folkers is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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