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Dr. Robert Cunningham

Sioux City, IA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cunningham, Surgeon in Sioux City, IA?

    Dr. Robert Cunningham is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Sioux City, IA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cunningham is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cunningham’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cunningham’s office at (570) 703-8731.

    What languages does Dr. Cunningham speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Cunningham 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. Cunningham. 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 here.

    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:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Joint Disease
    • Joint Disorder
    • Joint Condition
    • Joint Problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M129: Arthropathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency
    • Iron
    • Malnutrition
    • Lack of Iron
    • Low Iron Levels
    • Iron Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E611: Iron deficiency

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

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

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Cunningham 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. Cunningham. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Gastroscopy with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
    • Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy
    • Weight Loss Surgery
    • Laparoscopy
    • Roux-en-Y gastric bypass
    • Bariatric surgery
    • Minimally invasive gastric bypass
    • Weight loss surgery
    • Gastric Sleeve Surgery
    • Longitudinal Gastrectomy
    • Laparoscopic Weight Loss Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 43644: Laparoscopy, surgical, gastric restrictive procedure; with gastric bypass and Roux-en-Y gastroenterostomy (roux limb 150 cm or less)
    • 43775: Laparoscopy, surgical, gastric restrictive procedure; longitudinal gastrectomy (ie, sleeve gastrectomy)

    Also known as:

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

    CPT Codes:

    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
    • Upper GI Endoscopy
    • Stomach Scope with Sample

    CPT Codes:

    • 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening

    CPT Codes:

    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Stomach/Duodenum Dilation
    • EGD with Dilation
    • Esophageal Dilation
    • Stomach Stricture Widening
    • Duodenal Stricture Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 43245: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with dilation of gastric/duodenal stricture(s) (eg, balloon, bougie)

    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:

    • Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
    • TAP block
    • Transversus abdominis plane block
    • Rectus sheath block
    • Abdominal pain injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)

    Does Dr. Cunningham accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cunningham accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 703-8731 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cunningham accept in Sioux City, IA?

    Dr. Cunningham in Sioux City, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Cunningham's office located?

    Dr. Robert Cunningham's Primary Practice

    2730 Pierce St Ste 300A

    Sioux City, IA 51104

    (570) 703-8731

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    Dr. Robert Cunningham's Practice 2

    University of Nebraska Medical Center 42nd And Emile St

    Omaha, NE 68198

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    Dr. Robert Cunningham's Practice 3

    S 42nd St At Emile St

    Omaha, NE 68105

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

    Dr. Cunningham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104268838.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cunningham?

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

    What is Dr. Robert Cunningham's specialty?

    Dr. Cunningham is a Surgeon near Sioux City, IA.

    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 this Dr. Robert Cunningham affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cunningham is affiliated with Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital, Methodist Hospital - Omaha, Ne, Unitypoint Health - St. Luke's 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 Robert Cunningham accepting new patients in Sioux City, IA?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Cunningham is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Robert Cunningham offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cunningham's office at (570) 703-8731 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Robert Cunningham?

    Please contact Dr. Cunningham's office at (570) 703-8731 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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