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48 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Delk, Surgeon in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Sam Delk, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Memphis, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 48 years. Dr. Delk graduated from Meharry Medical College and completed his residency at Cook County Hospital Program. Dr. Delk is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Delk’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Delk’s office at (901) 725-0421.
Where did Dr. Delk go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cook County Hospital Program
Medical School: Meharry Medical College | James Cook School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Delk speak?
Dr. Delk and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Delk treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Delk 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. Delk. 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:
- Open Wound on Left Foot
- Open wound on foot
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Wounds and Injuries
- Left Foot Injury
- Left Foot Cut
- Left Foot Laceration
- Foot cut
- Foot gash
- Foot injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S91302A: Unspecified open wound, left foot, initial encounter
- S91301A: Unspecified open wound, right foot, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Also known as:
- Left Lower Leg Open Wound
- Wounds and Injuries
- Left Lower Leg Injury
- Left Calf Wound
- Left Shin Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S81802A: Unspecified open wound, left lower leg, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Right Lower Leg Open Wound
- Wounds and Injuries
- Right Leg Cut
- Right Leg Injury
- Open Sore on Right Lower Leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- S81801A: Unspecified open wound, right lower leg, initial encounter
What procedures does Dr. Delk perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Delk 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. Delk. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Muscle Debridement
- Unna Boot Application
- Deep Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
- Compression Boot Application
- Unna Paste Bandage
- Leg Ulcer Dressing
- Surgical Wound Debridement
- Tissue Removal for Wound Healing
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
- 11046: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
- Bone Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Bone Debridement
- Dead Bone Removal
- Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement
CPT Codes:
- 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Does Dr. Delk accept my insurance?
Dr. Delk accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (901) 725-0421 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Delk accept in Memphis, TN?
Dr. Delk in Memphis, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
HealthComp
Medicare
Moose International
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Delk's office located?
Dr. Sam Delk's Primary Practice
1325 Eastmoreland Ave Ste 440
Memphis, TN 38104
(901) 725-0421
What is Dr. Delk's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Delk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922026707.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Delk?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Delk
What is Dr. Sam Delk's specialty?
Dr. Delk is a Surgeon near Memphis, TN. 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. Delk to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sam Delk affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Delk is affiliated with Methodist University Hospital, Methodist Olive Branch 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 Sam Delk accepting new patients in Memphis, TN?
Yes, Dr. Sam Delk is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sam Delk offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Delk's office at (901) 725-0421 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sam Delk?
Please contact Dr. Delk's office at (901) 725-0421 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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