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Dr. Walter Kwass, MD

Holyoke, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kwass, Vascular Surgeon in Holyoke, MA?

    Dr. Walter Kwass, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Holyoke, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kwass is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kwass’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kwass’s office at (650) 991-6780.

    What languages does Dr. Kwass speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Kwass typically treat?

    As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Kwass 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. Kwass. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Skin Ulcers
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer
    • Diabetic skin sores
    • Diabetes-related wounds
    • Foot ulcers from diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
    • E11622: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin ulcer

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers
    • Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers and Inflammation
    • Vascular Disease
    • Venous Hypertension Ulcers
    • High Venous Pressure with Sores
    • Inflamed Venous Hypertension Ulcers
    • High Venous Pressure with Sores and Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I87312: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of left lower extremity
    • I87311: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of right lower extremity
    • I87332: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer and inflammation of left lower extremity

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Hypertension with Inflamed Ulcer
    • Vascular Disease
    • Inflamed Venous Ulcer
    • Chronic Venous Stasis Ulcer with Inflammation
    • Venous Leg Ulcer with Redness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I87331: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer and inflammation of right lower extremity

    Also known as:

    • Pressure Sore
    • Pressure Sores
    • Bed Sore
    • Decubitus Ulcer
    • Pressure Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4

    What procedures does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Kwass typically perform?

    As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Kwass 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. Kwass. 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:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
    • Proud flesh removal
    • Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
    • Granulation tissue treatment
    • Wound cautery

    CPT Codes:

    • 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)

    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. Kwass accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kwass accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 991-6780 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kwass accept in Holyoke, MA?

    Dr. Kwass in Holyoke, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Baystate Health

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • Commonwealth Care Alliance

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Kwass' office located?

    Dr. Walter Kwass' Primary Practice

    18 Hospital Dr

    Holyoke, MA 01040

    (650) 991-6780

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    Dr. Walter Kwass' Practice 2

    140 Lincoln Ave

    Haverhill, MA 01830

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    Dr. Walter Kwass' Practice 3

    90 Fulton St

    Boston, MA 02109

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

    Dr. Kwass's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972585008.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kwass?

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

    What is Dr. Walter Kwass's specialty?

    Dr. Kwass is a Vascular Surgeon near Holyoke, MA.

    What does a Vascular Surgeon do?

    A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels.

    Is this Dr. Walter Kwass affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kwass is affiliated with Griffin Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Walter Kwass accepting new patients in Holyoke, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Walter Kwass is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Walter Kwass offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kwass's office at (650) 991-6780 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Walter Kwass?

    Please contact Dr. Kwass's office at (650) 991-6780 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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