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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Scherer, Critical Care Surgeon in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Elizabeth Scherer, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX. Dr. Scherer graduated from Texas A&M Health Science Center College Of Medicine and completed her residency at UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL. Dr. Scherer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Scherer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Scherer’s office at (210) 358-4000.
Where did Dr. Scherer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
Medical School: Texas A&M Health Science Center College Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Scherer speak?
Dr. Scherer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Scherer typically treat?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Scherer 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. Scherer. 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:
- Unspecified Injury
- General injury
- Injury, unknown type
- Trauma
- Injury, unknown location
ICD-10 Codes:
- T1490XA: Injury, unspecified, initial encounter
- T148XXA: Other injury of unspecified body region, initial encounter
Also known as:
- General Burn Injury
- Burns
- Thermal Injury
- Fire Burn
- Scald Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- T300: Burn of unspecified body region, unspecified degree
What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Scherer typically perform?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Elizabeth Scherer may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Scherer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Scherer accept my insurance?
Dr. Scherer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 358-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Scherer accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Scherer in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Scherer's office located?
What is Dr. Scherer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Scherer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912218900.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Scherer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Scherer
What is Dr. Elizabeth Scherer's specialty?
Dr. Scherer is a Critical Care Surgeon near San Antonio, TX.
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. Elizabeth Scherer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Scherer is affiliated with University Hospital-San Antonio, Methodist Hospital - San Antonio, Christus Santa Rosa Hospital-New Braunfels 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 Elizabeth Scherer accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Scherer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elizabeth Scherer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Scherer's office at (210) 358-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elizabeth Scherer?
Please contact Dr. Scherer's office at (210) 358-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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