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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Serna-Gallegos, Surgeon in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Derek Serna-Gallegos, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Serna-Gallegos graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California. Dr. Serna-Gallegos is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Serna-Gallegos’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Serna-Gallegos’s office at (299) 441-2623.
Where did Dr. Serna-Gallegos go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California
What languages does Dr. Serna-Gallegos speak?
Dr. Serna-Gallegos and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Serna-Gallegos treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Serna-Gallegos 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. Serna-Gallegos. 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:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Leaky aortic valve
- Aortic regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Bulging Ascending Aorta
- Weakened Ascending Aorta
- Ascending Aorta Dilation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture
Also known as:
- Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Artificial heart valve
- Mechanical heart valve
- Bioprosthetic valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG
- Heart Bypass Graft
- Bypass Surgery Graft
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Descending Thoracic Aortic Dissection
- Ascending Aortic Dissection
- Thoracoabdominal Aortic Dissection
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Familial thoracic aortic aneurysm and dissection
- Torn Descending Thoracic Aorta
- Descending Thoracic Aortic Tear
- Dissecting Descending Thoracic Aorta
- Torn Ascending Aorta
- Ascending Aortic Tear
- Dissecting Ascending Aorta
- Torn Thoracoabdominal Aorta
- Thoracoabdominal Aortic Tear
- Dissecting Thoracoabdominal Aorta
ICD-10 Codes:
- I71012: Dissection of descending thoracic aorta
- I71010: Dissection of ascending aorta
- I7103: Dissection of thoracoabdominal aorta
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Having Other Vascular Implants or Grafts
- Blood vessel graft
- Vascular stent
- Artery implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95828: Presence of other vascular implants and grafts
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- Aortic Dissection
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Familial thoracic aortic aneurysm and dissection
- Torn aorta
- Aorta tear
- Dissecting aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7100: Dissection of unspecified site of aorta
Also known as:
- Thoracic Aortic Widening
- Dilated Thoracic Aorta
- Thoracic Aortic Dilation
- Enlarged Chest Aorta
ICD-10 Codes:
- I77810: Thoracic aortic ectasia
Which procedures does Dr. Serna-Gallegos perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Derek Serna-Gallegos may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Serna-Gallegos' office.
Does Dr. Serna-Gallegos accept my insurance?
Dr. Serna-Gallegos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (299) 441-2623 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Serna-Gallegos accept in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Serna-Gallegos in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Gateway Health Plan
Highmark Inc.
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Serna-Gallegos' office located?
Dr. Derek Serna-Gallegos' Primary Practice
200 Lothrop St
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
(299) 441-2623
What is Dr. Serna-Gallegos's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Serna-Gallegos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003222381.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Serna-Gallegos?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Serna-Gallegos
What is Dr. Derek Serna-Gallegos's specialty?
Dr. Serna-Gallegos is a Surgeon near Pittsburgh, PA. 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. Serna-Gallegos to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Derek Serna-Gallegos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Serna-Gallegos is affiliated with Indiana Regional Medical Center, Whs Washington Hospital, Butler Memorial 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 Derek Serna-Gallegos accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?
Yes, Dr. Derek Serna-Gallegos is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Derek Serna-Gallegos offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Serna-Gallegos's office at (299) 441-2623 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Derek Serna-Gallegos?
Please contact Dr. Serna-Gallegos's office at (299) 441-2623 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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