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Dr. Charles Hehman, MD

Louisville, KY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hehman, Surgeon in Louisville, KY?

    Dr. Charles Hehman, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY. Dr. Hehman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hehman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hehman’s office at (757) 446-8960.

    What languages does Dr. Hehman speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Hehman typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Hehman 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. Hehman. 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:

    • Umbilical Hernia
    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Ventral Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Belly Button Hernia
    • Navel Hernia
    • Umbilical Rupture
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin
    • Abdominal Wall Hernia
    • Epigastric Hernia
    • Spigelian Hernia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
    • K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K810: Acute cholecystitis

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Epidermal Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Epidermoid Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L720: Epidermal cyst

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection
    • Appendicitis
    • Peritoneal Disorder
    • Appendicitis with Local Peritonitis
    • Localized Abdominal Infection from Appendix
    • Early Appendicitis with Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3530: Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis, without perforation or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Right Upper Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • RUQ pain
    • Pain in upper right stomach
    • Right upper belly pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1011: Right upper quadrant pain

    Also known as:

    • Benign Lipoma of Trunk
    • Benign Tumor
    • Non-cancerous fatty lump on body
    • Trunk lipoma
    • Body fatty tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D171: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of trunk

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Hehman typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Hehman 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. Hehman. 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:

    • Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
    • Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
    • Subcutaneous port placement
    • Central line with port

    CPT Codes:

    • 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography

    Does Dr. Hehman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hehman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 446-8960 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hehman accept in Louisville, KY?

    Dr. Hehman in Louisville, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • State of Virginia

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Hehman's office located?

    Dr. Charles Hehman's Primary Practice

    500 W Jefferson St Ste 2310

    Louisville, KY 40202

    (757) 446-8960

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

    Dr. Hehman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801423967.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hehman?

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

    What is Dr. Charles Hehman's specialty?

    What does a Surgeon do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Charles Hehman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hehman is affiliated with Sentara Careplex Hospital, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center, Riverside Regional Medical Center 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 Dr. Charles Hehman accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?

    Yes, Dr. Charles Hehman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Charles Hehman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hehman's office at (757) 446-8960 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Charles Hehman?

    Please contact Dr. Hehman's office at (757) 446-8960 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hehman's office located?

    Dr. Hehman's office is located in Louisville, KY.