Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Corkum, Pediatric Surgeon in Aurora, CO?
Where did Dr. Corkum go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY
What languages does Dr. Corkum speak?
Dr. Corkum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Pediatric Surgeon like Dr. Corkum typically treat?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Corkum 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. Corkum. 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:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Ruptured Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection and Tissue Death
- Appendicitis
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
- Perforated Appendix with Gangrene
- Localized Ruptured Appendix
- Appendix Rupture with Tissue Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- K35890: Other acute appendicitis without perforation or gangrene
- K3532: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, without abscess
Also known as:
- Other Feeding Difficulties
- Atypical Feeding Problems
- Unusual Eating Issues
- Specific Feeding Challenges
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6339: Other feeding difficulties
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L600: Ingrowing nail
Also known as:
- Fertility Preservation Procedure
- Infertility
- Egg freezing procedure
- Sperm banking procedure
- Embryo cryopreservation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3184: Encounter for fertility preservation procedure
What procedures does a Pediatric Surgeon like Dr. Corkum typically perform?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Corkum 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. Corkum. 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:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Removal of Tunneled Central Venous Catheter
- Central Line Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
- Venous Access Device Removal
CPT Codes:
- 36589: Removal of tunneled central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gastrostomy
- Keyhole Stomach Opening
- Laparoscopic Stomach Tube Placement
- Stamm Gastrostomy
CPT Codes:
- 43653: Laparoscopy, surgical; gastrostomy, without construction of gastric tube (eg, Stamm procedure) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
- Ventral hernia repair
- Umbilical hernia surgery
- Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
- Incisional hernia repair
CPT Codes:
- 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
- 49591: 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, reducible
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Laparoscopy of Abdomen
- Exploratory Laparoscopy
- Abdominal Scope
- Peritoneal Biopsy
- Omentum Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 49320: Laparoscopy, abdomen, peritoneum, and omentum, diagnostic, with or without collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Ovarian and/or Fallopian Tube Removal
- Laparoscopic Oophorectomy
- Laparoscopic Salpingectomy
- Minimally Invasive Adnexal Removal
CPT Codes:
- 58661: Laparoscopy, surgical; with removal of adnexal structures (partial or total oophorectomy and/or salpingectomy)
Does Dr. Corkum accept my insurance?
Dr. Corkum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 503-5230 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Corkum accept in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Corkum in Aurora, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Kaiser Permanente
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Where is Dr. Corkum's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Corkum affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Corkum has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Corkum's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Corkum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427492289.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Corkum?
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