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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cardenas, Critical Care Surgeon in Wilmington, DE?
Dr. Luis Cardenas, DO is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Wilmington, DE with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cardenas is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cardenas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cardenas’s office.
What languages does Dr. Cardenas speak?
Dr. Cardenas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Cardenas typically treat?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Cardenas 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. Cardenas. 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:
- Acute pain from injury
- Pain
- Traumatic pain
- Injury pain
- Sudden pain from trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8911: Acute pain due to trauma
Also known as:
- Malabsorption After Surgery
- Intestinal Malabsorption
- After Surgery
- Malabsorption Syndromes
- Postoperative Malabsorption
- Nutrient Absorption Issues After Surgery
- Surgical Malabsorption
- Nutrient Malabsorption
- Digestive Malabsorption
- Malabsorption Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- K912: Postsurgical malabsorption, not elsewhere classified
- K909: Intestinal malabsorption, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Severe Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Starvation
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
ICD-10 Codes:
- E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Nutritional Deficiency
- Malnutrition
- Nutrient Shortage
- Lack of Essential Nutrients
ICD-10 Codes:
- E639: Nutritional deficiency, unspecified
What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Cardenas typically perform?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Luis Cardenas may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Cardenas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Cardenas accept my insurance?
Dr. Cardenas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cardenas accept in Wilmington, DE?
Dr. Cardenas in Wilmington, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Bankers Life
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Independence Health Group
Medicare
State of Maryland
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Cardenas' office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Cardenas affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Cardenas has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Wilmington Hospital,Wilmington, DE
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 6 Procedures
Wilmington Hospital,Wilmington, DE
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 6 Procedures
Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus,Dover, DERanked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus,Dover, DE
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Beebe Healthcare,Lewes, DERanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Beebe Healthcare,Lewes, DE
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 4 Procedures
Tidalhealth Nanticoke,Seaford, DERanked Lung Cancer Surgery
Tidalhealth Nanticoke,Seaford, DE
Ranked Lung Cancer Surgery
Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional,Salisbury, MDRanked in 2 Procedures
Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional,Salisbury, MD
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Saint Francis Hospital - Wilmington, De,Wilmington, DERanked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Saint Francis Hospital - Wilmington, De,Wilmington, DE
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
What is Dr. Cardenas's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cardenas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093033482.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cardenas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cardenas
What is Dr. Luis Cardenas's specialty?
Dr. Cardenas is a Critical Care Surgeon near Wilmington, DE.
What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?
A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is Dr. Luis Cardenas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cardenas is affiliated with Wilmington Hospital, Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus, Beebe Healthcare, Tidalhealth Nanticoke, Tidalhealth Peninsula Regional, Saint Francis Hospital - Wilmington, De 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 Dr. Luis Cardenas accepting new patients in Wilmington, DE?
Yes, Dr. Luis Cardenas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Luis Cardenas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cardenas' office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Luis Cardenas?
Please contact Dr. Cardenas' office to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Cardenas' office located?
Dr. Cardenas' offices are located in Wilmington, DE and Newark, DE.
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