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Dr. Dean Prince, MD

Surgeon

Van Nuys, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Prince, Surgeon in Van Nuys, CA?

    Dr. Dean Prince, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Van Nuys, CA. Dr. Prince is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Prince’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prince’s office at (818) 782-3255.

    What languages does Dr. Prince speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Prince 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. Prince. 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:

    • 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:

    • Ventral Hernia with Bowel Blockage
    • Hernia
    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Abdominal Wall Hernia with Obstruction
    • Incisional Hernia with Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K436: Other and unspecified ventral hernia with obstruction, without gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Inguinal Hernia with Obstruction
    • Hernia
    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Groin Hernia with Blockage
    • Strangulated Inguinal Hernia
    • Obstructed Groin Hernia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4030: Unilateral inguinal hernia, with obstruction, without gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L720: Epidermal cyst

    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. Prince typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Prince 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. Prince. 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:

    • Emergency Groin Hernia Repair
    • Repair of Small Abdominal Hernia (Complicated)
    • Inguinal Hernia Surgery
    • Strangulated Hernia Repair
    • Incarcerated Hernia Surgery
    • Epigastric Hernia Repair
    • Umbilical Hernia Surgery
    • Incisional Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Strangulated Hernia Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 49507: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; incarcerated or strangulated
    • 49592: 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, incarcerated or strangulated

    Also known as:

    • Emergency Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Incarcerated Hernia Repair
    • Strangulated Hernia Surgery
    • Ventral Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Umbilical Hernia Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 49594: 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); 3 cm to 10 cm, incarcerated or strangulated

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

    Also known as:

    • Small Skin Flap Surgery (Scalp, Arms, or Legs)
    • Adjacent Tissue Transfer
    • Local Flap Surgery
    • Skin Rearrangement Procedure
    • Small Defect Skin Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 14020: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, scalp, arms and/or legs; defect 10 sq cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Skin Flap Surgery (Trunk)
    • Adjacent tissue transfer
    • Local flap surgery
    • Skin rearrangement

    CPT Codes:

    • 14000: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, trunk; defect 10 sq cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Adjacent Tissue Transfer (Trunk)
    • Skin Flap Surgery
    • Local Flap Reconstruction
    • Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
    • Skin Repair Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 14001: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, trunk; defect 10.1 sq cm to 30.0 sq cm

    Does Dr. Prince accept my insurance?

    Dr. Prince accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 782-3255 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Prince accept in Van Nuys, CA?

    Dr. Prince in Van Nuys, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Heritage Health

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Prince's office located?

    Dr. Dean Prince's Primary Practice

    15211 Vanowen St Ste 200

    Van Nuys, CA 91405

    (818) 782-3255

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

    Dr. Prince's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922539618.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prince?

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

    What is Dr. Dean Prince's specialty?

    Dr. Prince is a Surgeon near Van Nuys, CA.

    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. Dean Prince affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Prince is affiliated with Valley Presbyterian Hospital, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital, Providence Cedars-Sinai Tarzana Medical Center, Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca) 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. Dean Prince accepting new patients in Van Nuys, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Dean Prince is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dean Prince offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Prince's office at (818) 782-3255 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Dean Prince?

    Please contact Dr. Prince's office at (818) 782-3255 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Prince's office located?

    Dr. Prince's office is located in Van Nuys, CA.