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Who is Dr. Harp, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Princeton, IL?
Dr. Melhem Harp, DO is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Princeton, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Harp is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Harp’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Harp’s office at (815) 875-2811.
What languages does Dr. Harp speak?
Dr. Harp and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Harp treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Harp 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. Harp. 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:
- 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:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
- L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3
- L89313: Pressure ulcer of right buttock, stage 3
Also known as:
- Chronic Skin Ulcer
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Lower Right Leg
- Skin Condition
- Open Sore
- Skin Wound
- Non-healing Wound
- Open Sore on Leg
- Skin Wound on Leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- L98499: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with unspecified severity
- L98492: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with fat layer exposed
- L97912: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of unspecified part of right lower leg with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers
- Vascular Disease
- Venous Hypertension Ulcers
- High Venous Pressure with Sores
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
Also known as:
- Wound Dressing Change or Removal
- Wounds and Injuries
- Non-surgical dressing care
- Wound care visit
- Dressing replacement
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing
Also known as:
- Varicose Veins with Lower Leg Ulcer
- Varicose Veins in Left Leg with Ulcer on Lower Leg
- Varicose Veins
- Venous Ulcer
- Leg Ulcer from Varicose Veins
- Venous Stasis Ulcer
- Left Lower Leg Venous Ulcer
- Lower Leg Ulcer from Varicose Veins
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83018: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with ulcer other part of lower leg
- I83028: Varicose veins of left lower extremity with ulcer other part of lower leg
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:
- Left Lower Leg Open Wound
- Wounds and Injuries
- Left Lower Leg Injury
- Left Calf Wound
- Left Shin Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S81802D: Unspecified open wound, left lower leg, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcer
- Vascular Disease
- Venous Ulcer
- Chronic Venous Ulcer
- Stasis Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87313: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of bilateral lower extremity
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Skin Condition
- Dermatological Disorders
- Skin Diseases
- Integumentary System Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z872: Personal history of diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
Also known as:
- Chronic Ulcer of the Right Foot
- Skin Condition
- Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore
- Venous Ulcer
- Non-healing Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97512: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with fat layer exposed
What procedures does Dr. Harp perform?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Harp 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. Harp. 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
- Muscle Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Unna Boot Application
- Deep Wound Cleaning
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
- Compression Boot Application
- Unna Paste Bandage
- Leg Ulcer Dressing
- Surgical Wound Debridement
- Tissue Removal for Wound Healing
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Skin Replacement
- Bioengineered Skin Application
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, 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)
- 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)
- 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
Also known as:
- Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
- Bone Debridement
- Bone Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Bone Debridement
- Dead Bone Removal
- Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement
- Bone Cleaning Surgery
- Surgical Debridement of Bone
CPT Codes:
- 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11047: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Area)
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Covering Application
- Skin Replacement Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 15275: Application of skin substitute graft to face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet, and/or multiple digits, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
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:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Does Dr. Harp accept my insurance?
Dr. Harp accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (815) 875-2811 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Harp accept in Princeton, IL?
Dr. Harp in Princeton, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Midwest Operating Engineers
Molina
SGS North America Inc
State of Illinois
State of Tennessee
Tria Health
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Where is Dr. Harp's office located?
What is Dr. Harp's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Harp's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134357189.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Harp?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Harp
What is Dr. Melhem Harp's specialty?
Dr. Harp is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Princeton, IL. A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders. Contact Dr. Harp to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Melhem Harp affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Harp is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Osf Saint Elizabeth Medical Center - Ottawa, Osf Saint Paul Medical Center, Perry Memorial Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Melhem Harp accepting new patients in Princeton, IL?
Yes, Dr. Melhem Harp is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melhem Harp offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Harp's office at (815) 875-2811 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melhem Harp?
Please contact Dr. Harp's office at (815) 875-2811 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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