17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Parr, Surgeon in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Dr. Alexander Parr, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fort Lauderdale, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years. Dr. Parr graduated from Ponce School of Medicine and Health Sciences. Dr. Parr is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Parr’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Parr’s office at (561) 939-0700.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Parr?
Dr. Alexander Parr, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Parr empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Minimally Invasive Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Fort Lauderdale/FL community, Dr. Parr is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Parr go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Ponce Med School | Ponce School of Medicine and Health Sciences
What languages does Dr. Parr speak?
Dr. Parr and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Parr treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Parr 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. Parr. 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:
- Obstructed Belly Button Hernia
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Inguinal Hernia
- Umbilical Hernia with Obstruction
- Blocked Belly Button Hernia
- Strangulated Umbilical Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K420: Umbilical hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Bilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Double Groin Hernia
- Hernia in Both Groins
- Non-obstructed Inguinal Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4020: Bilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
- Stomach surgery aftercare
- Bowel surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system
What procedures does Dr. Parr perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Parr 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. Parr. 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:
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Repair of Small Abdominal Hernia (Complicated)
- Laparoscopic Repair of Paraesophageal Hernia (No Mesh)
- Laparoscopic Repair of Recurrent Inguinal Hernia
- Recurrent Abdominal Hernia Repair (3-10 cm, Trapped or Strangled)
- Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
- Epigastric Hernia Repair
- Umbilical Hernia Surgery
- Incisional Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Strangulated Hernia Surgery
- Keyhole Paraesophageal Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hiatal Hernia Repair
- Fundoplasty (Laparoscopic)
- Recurrent Groin Hernia Surgery
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernioplasty
- Recurrent ventral hernia repair
- Incisional hernia repair with mesh
- Strangulated hernia surgery
- Epigastric hernia repair
CPT Codes:
- 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
- 49592: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, incarcerated or strangulated
- 43281: Laparoscopy, surgical, repair of paraesophageal hernia, includes fundoplasty, when performed; without implantation of mesh
- 49651: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair recurrent inguinal hernia
- 49616: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), recurrent, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, incarcerated or strangulated
Also known as:
- Emergency Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Incarcerated Hernia Repair
- Strangulated Hernia Surgery
- Ventral Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Umbilical Hernia Repair
CPT Codes:
- 49594: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, incarcerated or strangulated
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy
- Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
- Weight Loss Surgery
- Laparoscopy
- Gastric Sleeve Surgery
- Longitudinal Gastrectomy
- Laparoscopic Weight Loss Surgery
- Roux-en-Y gastric bypass
- Bariatric surgery
- Minimally invasive gastric bypass
- Weight loss surgery
CPT Codes:
- 43775: Laparoscopy, surgical, gastric restrictive procedure; longitudinal gastrectomy (ie, sleeve gastrectomy)
- 43644: Laparoscopy, surgical, gastric restrictive procedure; with gastric bypass and Roux-en-Y gastroenterostomy (roux limb 150 cm or less)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal
CPT Codes:
- 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Colon Mobilization
- Laparoscopic Partial Colon Removal
- Laparoscopic Partial Colectomy
- Splenic Flexure Mobilization
- Laparoscopic Colectomy Assist
- Colon Take-down Surgery
- Minimally invasive colectomy
- Laparoscopic bowel resection
- Keyhole colon surgery
- Minimally Invasive Colon Resection
- Keyhole Colectomy
- Ileocolostomy Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 44213: Laparoscopy, surgical, mobilization (take-down) of splenic flexure performed in conjunction with partial colectomy (List separately in addition to primary procedure)
- 44207: Laparoscopy, surgical; colectomy, partial, with anastomosis, with coloproctostomy (low pelvic anastomosis)
- 44205: Laparoscopy, surgical; colectomy, partial, with removal of terminal ileum with ileocolostomy
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Appendectomy
- Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
- Keyhole Appendectomy
- Scope Appendectomy
CPT Codes:
- 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy
Also known as:
- Omental Flap Surgery
- Intra-abdominal Omental Transfer
- Omentum Flap
- Abdominal Tissue Flap
CPT Codes:
- 49905: Omental flap, intra-abdominal (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Spermatic Cord Lesion Removal
- Spermatic Cord Mass Excision
- Testicular Cord Lesion Surgery
- Scrotal Mass Removal
CPT Codes:
- 55520: Excision of lesion of spermatic cord (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Small Soft Tissue Tumor Removal (Back/Flank)
- Soft Tissue Tumor Excision
- Back Tumor Removal
- Flank Tumor Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 21932: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of back or flank, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); less than 5 cm
Also known as:
- Large Soft Tissue Tumor Removal (Back/Flank)
- Soft Tissue Tumor Excision
- Back Tumor Removal
- Flank Tumor Surgery
- Intramuscular Tumor Excision
CPT Codes:
- 21933: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of back or flank, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); 5 cm or greater
Also known as:
- Overnight Pulse Oximetry
- Pulse Oximetry
- Continuous Oxygen Monitoring
- Sleep Oxygen Test
- Nocturnal Oximetry
- Overnight O2 Saturation Test
CPT Codes:
- 94762: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; by continuous overnight monitoring (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Parr accept my insurance?
Dr. Parr accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (561) 939-0700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Parr accept in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Dr. Parr in Fort Lauderdale, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Parr's office located?
Dr. Alexander Parr's Primary Practice
6405 N Federal Hwy Ste 401
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
(561) 939-0700
What is Dr. Parr's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Parr's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609944412.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Parr?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Parr
What is Dr. Alexander Parr's specialty?
Dr. Parr is a Surgeon near Fort Lauderdale, FL. 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. Parr to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alexander Parr affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Parr is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Broward Health Imperial Point. 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 Alexander Parr accepting new patients in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Parr is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Parr offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Parr's office at (561) 939-0700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Parr?
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