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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Foernges, Critical Care Surgeon in Danville, PA?
Dr. Luiz Foernges, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Danville, PA. Dr. Foernges is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Foernges’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Foernges’s office.
What languages does Dr. Foernges speak?
Dr. Foernges and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Foernges typically treat?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Foernges 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. Foernges. 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:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Traumatic Subarachnoid Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
- Brain Bleed
- TBI
- Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
- S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
- S066XAA: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple Rib Fractures
- Rib Cage Fracture
- Broken Ribs
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Broken Hip Bone
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Hip fracture
- Femoral neck fracture
- Broken upper thigh bone
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72001A: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Foernges typically perform?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Luiz Foernges may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Foernges' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Foernges accept my insurance?
Dr. Foernges accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Foernges accept in Danville, PA?
Dr. Foernges in Danville, PA 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 Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Foernges' office located?
What is Dr. Foernges's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Foernges's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114160173.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Foernges?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Foernges
What is Dr. Luiz Foernges's specialty?
Dr. Foernges is a Critical Care Surgeon near Danville, PA.
What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?
A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Luiz Foernges affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Foernges is affiliated with Geisinger Medical Center, Geisinger-Bloomsburg Hospital, Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital, Geisinger Shamokin Area Community Hospital, Wellspan Evangelical Community Hospital, Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia 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
When to see a Critical Care Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Luiz Foernges accepting new patients in Danville, PA?
Yes, Dr. Luiz Foernges is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Luiz Foernges offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Foernges's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Luiz Foernges?
Please contact Dr. Foernges's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Connect with DR. Foernges
100 N Academy Ave
Danville, PA 17822