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27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Podkameni, Surgeon in Sun City, AZ?
Dr. David Podkameni, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Sun City, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Podkameni is fluent in English, French, and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Podkameni’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Podkameni’s office at (480) 512-8880.
Where did Dr. Podkameni go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University Catol Do Parana, Cent De Cien, Curitiba, Pr
Is Dr. Podkameni board certified in Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. David Podkameni, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Podkameni speak?
Dr. Podkameni and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Hebrew
What conditions does Dr. Podkameni treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Podkameni 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. Podkameni. 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:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Overweight
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Body Weight
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
- E663: Overweight
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Upper GI Screening
- Health Screening
- Upper Gastrointestinal Screening
- Esophagus and Stomach Check
- Upper Digestive Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13810: Encounter for screening for upper gastrointestinal disorder
Also known as:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Other Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
- Other gastritis types
- Various stomach inflammations
- Uncommon gastritis
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
- K2930: Chronic superficial gastritis without bleeding
- K2960: Other gastritis without bleeding
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Bariatric Surgery Status
- Weight Loss Surgery
- Weight-loss (Metabolic & Bariatric) Surgery
- Weight Loss Surgery History
- Gastric Bypass Status
- Sleeve Gastrectomy Status
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9884: Bariatric surgery status
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Hernia
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hernia of the Diaphragm
ICD-10 Codes:
- K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Heartburn
- Acid Reflux
- Indigestion
- GERD Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- R12: Heartburn
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Gastric Lap Band Adjustment
- Weight Loss Surgery
- Lap Band Management
- Bariatric Device Adjustment
- Gastric Band Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4651: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of gastric lap band
Which procedures does Dr. Podkameni perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. David Podkameni 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. Podkameni's office.
Does Dr. Podkameni accept my insurance?
Dr. Podkameni accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 512-8880 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Podkameni accept in Sun City, AZ?
Dr. Podkameni in Sun City, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
IASIS Healthcare
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
Mercy Maricopa Integrated Care
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Podkameni's office located?
Dr. David Podkameni's Primary Practice
10401 W Thunderbird Blvd
Sun City, AZ 85351
(480) 512-8880
What is Dr. Podkameni's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Podkameni's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700967478.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Podkameni?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Podkameni
What is Dr. David Podkameni's specialty?
Dr. Podkameni is a Surgeon near Sun City, AZ. 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. Podkameni to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. David Podkameni affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Podkameni is affiliated with Banner Estrella Medical Center, Banner Gateway Medical Center, Banner Desert Medical Center, Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix 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 Podkameni accepting new patients in Sun City, AZ?
Yes, Dr. David Podkameni is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Podkameni offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Podkameni's office at (480) 512-8880 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Podkameni?
Please contact Dr. Podkameni's office at (480) 512-8880 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Podkameni have?
Dr. David Podkameni is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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