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Dr. Katherine Mccuaig, MD

Surgeon

Mesa, AZ

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mccuaig, Surgeon in Mesa, AZ?

    Dr. Katherine Mccuaig, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Mesa, AZ. She has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Mccuaig completed her residency at University Of Alberta Faculty Of Med And Dentistry Edmonton Ab Canada. Dr. Mccuaig is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mccuaig’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mccuaig’s office at (520) 381-6150.

    Where did Dr. Mccuaig go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: University Of Alberta Faculty Of Med And Dentistry Edmonton Ab Canada

    Is Dr. Mccuaig board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Katherine Mccuaig, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Mccuaig speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Mccuaig typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Mccuaig 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. Mccuaig. 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:

    • External Surgical Wound Opening
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • External wound dehiscence
    • Surgical incision separation
    • Outer wound rupture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8131XA: Disruption of external operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified, initial encounter

    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:

    • 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:

    • Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers
    • Vascular Disease
    • Venous Hypertension Ulcers
    • High Venous Pressure with Sores

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I87311: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of right lower extremity

    Also known as:

    • Right Lower Leg Open Wound
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Right Leg Cut
    • Right Leg Injury
    • Open Sore on Right Lower Leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S81801A: Unspecified open wound, right lower leg, initial encounter

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Mccuaig typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Mccuaig 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. Mccuaig. 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:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Unna Boot Application
    • Skin and Tissue Debridement
    • Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
    • Small Burn Treatment
    • Burns
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal
    • Compression Boot Application
    • Unna Paste Bandage
    • Leg Ulcer Dressing
    • Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Debridement
    • Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
    • Artificial Skin Graft
    • Wound Skin Replacement
    • Bioengineered Skin Application
    • 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
    • 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
    • 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)
    • 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
    • 16020: Dressings and/or debridement of partial-thickness burns, initial or subsequent; small (less than 5% total body surface area)

    Also known as:

    • Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
    • Compression Bandage Application
    • Leg Compression System
    • Ankle and Foot Compression

    CPT Codes:

    • 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot

    Also known as:

    • Full Contact Leg Cast Application
    • Total Contact Cast
    • Rigid Leg Cast
    • Custom Leg Cast
    • Lower Leg Immobilization

    CPT Codes:

    • 29445: Application of rigid total contact leg cast

    Does Dr. Mccuaig accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mccuaig accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 381-6150 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mccuaig accept in Mesa, AZ?

    Dr. Mccuaig in Mesa, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Banner Health

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • IASIS Healthcare

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Mccuaig's office located?

    Dr. Katherine Mccuaig's Primary Practice

    6553 E Baywood Ave Ste 101

    Mesa, AZ 85206

    (520) 381-6150

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

    Dr. Mccuaig's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467484659.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mccuaig?

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

    What is Dr. Katherine Mccuaig's specialty?

    Dr. Mccuaig is a Surgeon near Mesa, AZ.

    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 Dr. Katherine Mccuaig affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mccuaig is affiliated with Banner Casa Grande Medical Center, Banner Baywood Medical Center, St. Joseph's Hospital And Medical Center - Phoenix, Az, Banner Desert Medical Center 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. Katherine Mccuaig accepting new patients in Mesa, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Katherine Mccuaig is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Katherine Mccuaig offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mccuaig's office at (520) 381-6150 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Katherine Mccuaig?

    Please contact Dr. Mccuaig's office at (520) 381-6150 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Mccuaig's office located?

    Dr. Mccuaig's office is located in Mesa, AZ.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Katherine Mccuaig have?

    Dr. Katherine Mccuaig is certified by the American Board of Surgery.