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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Plasencia, Surgeon in Moreno Valley, CA?
Dr. Alexis Plasencia, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Moreno Valley, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Plasencia is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Plasencia’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Plasencia’s office at (562) 826-8000.
What languages does Dr. Plasencia speak?
Dr. Plasencia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Plasencia typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Plasencia 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. Plasencia. 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:
- Second Degree Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoids
- Third Degree Hemorrhoids
- Internal hemorrhoids that prolapse
- Grade 2 hemorrhoids
- Moderate hemorrhoids
- Piles
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
- Prolapsed hemorrhoids
- Grade 3 hemorrhoids
- Severe hemorrhoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- K641: Second degree hemorrhoids
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
- K642: Third degree hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula
- Anal Disorder
- Fistulas
- Perianal Fistula
- Fistula-in-Ano
- Abnormal Anal Tract
ICD-10 Codes:
- K603: Anal fistula
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Plasencia typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Plasencia 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. Plasencia. 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:
- High-Resolution Anoscopy with Biopsy
- Anoscopy
- HRA with Biopsy
- Anal Canal Magnification Exam
- Anorectal Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 46607: Anoscopy; with high-resolution magnification (HRA) (eg, colposcope, operating microscope) and chemical agent enhancement, with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Sigmoidoscopy
- Lower colon exam
- Flexible colon scope
- Rectum and lower colon check
CPT Codes:
- 45330: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Anoscopy (Diagnostic)
- Anoscopy
- Anal Canal Exam
- Rectal Scope Exam
- Anus Diagnostic Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 46600: Anoscopy; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula Surgery
- Fistulectomy
- Fistulotomy
- Anal Fistula Repair
CPT Codes:
- 46280: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); transsphincteric, suprasphincteric, extrasphincteric or multiple, including placement of seton, when performed
Also known as:
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Biopsy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Sigmoid Colon Scope with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy with Tissue Sample
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and Biopsy
- Rectum and Lower Colon Exam
CPT Codes:
- 45331: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Does Dr. Plasencia accept my insurance?
Dr. Plasencia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 826-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Plasencia accept in Moreno Valley, CA?
Dr. Plasencia in Moreno Valley, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AlphaCare
Inland Empire
Inland Empire Health Plan
Inland Faculty Medical Group, Inc
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Plasencia's office located?
Dr. Alexis Plasencia's Primary Practice
26520 Cactus Ave Ste 2021
Moreno Valley, CA 92555
(562) 826-8000
What is Dr. Plasencia's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Plasencia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396069837.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Plasencia?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Plasencia
What is Dr. Alexis Plasencia's specialty?
Dr. Plasencia is a Surgeon near Moreno Valley, 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 this Dr. Alexis Plasencia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Plasencia is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center 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 Alexis Plasencia accepting new patients in Moreno Valley, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alexis Plasencia is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexis Plasencia offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Plasencia's office at (562) 826-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexis Plasencia?
Please contact Dr. Plasencia's office at (562) 826-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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