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Dr. Paul Chestovich, MD

Wausau, WI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chestovich, Surgeon in Wausau, WI?

    Dr. Paul Chestovich, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Wausau, WI with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Chestovich is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chestovich’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chestovich’s office at (702) 671-5150.

    What languages does Dr. Chestovich speak?

    Dr. Chestovich and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Chestovich treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Chestovich 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. Chestovich. 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:

    • Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
    • Traumatic Subarachnoid Brain Bleed
    • Traumatic Subdural Hemorrhage
    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Bleed
    • Brain Hemorrhage
    • Head Injury
    • Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
    • Brain Bleed
    • Head Injury Bleed
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
    • S066XAA: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
    • S065X9A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Broken Ribs
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Multiple Rib Fractures
    • Rib Cage Fracture
    • Broken Ribs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
    • S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K810: Acute cholecystitis

    Also known as:

    • Necrotizing Fasciitis
    • Bacterial Infection
    • Skin Infection
    • Flesh-eating disease
    • Necrotizing soft tissue infection
    • Gangrene

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M726: Necrotizing fasciitis

    What procedures does Dr. Chestovich perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Chestovich 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. Chestovich. 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 Substitute Graft Application (Additional Area)
    • Small Burn Treatment
    • Burns
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal
    • Artificial Skin Graft
    • Bioengineered Skin Application
    • Wound Covering with Skin Substitute
    • Partial-Thickness Burn Care
    • Burn Debridement
    • Minor Burn Dressing
    • Small Burn Wound Care

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 15274: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area greater than or equal to 100 sq cm; each additional 100 sq cm wound surface area, or part thereof, or each additional 1% of body area of infants and children, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 16020: Dressings and/or debridement of partial-thickness burns, initial or subsequent; small (less than 5% total body 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:

    • Wound or Burn Site Preparation for Graft
    • Surgery
    • Surgical Wound Debridement
    • Burn Eschar Excision
    • Scar Contracture Release
    • Recipient Site Preparation

    CPT Codes:

    • 15002: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, trunk, arms, legs; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children

    Also known as:

    • Surgical Preparation for Skin Graft (Additional Area)
    • Surgery
    • Wound Bed Preparation
    • Burn Eschar Excision
    • Scar Contracture Release
    • Recipient Site Creation

    CPT Codes:

    • 15003: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, trunk, arms, legs; each additional 100 sq cm, or part thereof, or each additional 1% of body area of infants and children (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Skin Substitute Graft (Large Area)
    • Artificial skin graft
    • Wound covering application
    • Skin replacement for large wounds

    CPT Codes:

    • 15273: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area greater than or equal to 100 sq cm; first 100 sq cm wound surface area, or 1% of body area of infants and children

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

    Does Dr. Chestovich accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chestovich accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (702) 671-5150 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chestovich accept in Wausau, WI?

    Dr. Chestovich in Wausau, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • PreferredOne

    • Security Health Plan

    • State of Tennessee

    • State of Wisconsin

    • The Alliance

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Chestovich's office located?

    Dr. Paul Chestovich's Primary Practice

    2400 Pine Ridge Blvd

    Wausau, WI 54401

    (702) 671-5150

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    Dr. Paul Chestovich's Practice 2

    1707 W Charleston Blvd Ste 160

    Las Vegas, NV 89102

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    What is Dr. Chestovich's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Chestovich's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073762589.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chestovich?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chestovich

    What is Dr. Paul Chestovich's specialty?

    Dr. Chestovich is a Surgeon near Wausau, WI. 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. Chestovich to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Paul Chestovich affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chestovich is affiliated with Aspirus Wausau Hospital, Aspirus Rhinelander Hospital, Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital, ThedaCare Regional Medical Center-Neenah, Froedtert Hospital, UW Health University 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 Paul Chestovich accepting new patients in Wausau, WI?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Chestovich is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paul Chestovich offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chestovich's office at (702) 671-5150 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Paul Chestovich?

    Please contact Dr. Chestovich's office at (702) 671-5150 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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