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Dr. Kelly Knudson, MD

Firestone, CO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Knudson, Surgeon in Firestone, CO?

    Dr. Kelly Knudson, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Firestone, CO with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Knudson graduated from University Of Colorado School Of Medicine. Dr. Knudson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Knudson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Knudson’s office at (303) 689-6560.

    Where did Dr. Knudson go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University Of Colorado School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Knudson board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Kelly Knudson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Knudson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Knudson treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Knudson 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. Knudson. 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:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
    • Mammary cancer
    • Breast carcinoma
    • Breast tumor
    • Intraductal carcinoma in situ left breast
    • Precancerous cells left breast
    • Non-invasive breast cancer left breast
    • DCIS left breast
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
    • D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast
    • C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
    • C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    Also known as:

    • Ventral Hernia with Bowel Blockage
    • Hernia
    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Abdominal Wall Hernia with Obstruction
    • Incisional Hernia with Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K436: Other and unspecified ventral hernia with obstruction, without gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction

    What procedures does Dr. Knudson perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Knudson 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. Knudson. 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:

    • Partial Mastectomy
    • Mastectomy
    • Lumpectomy
    • Breast conserving surgery
    • Quadrantectomy
    • Segmentectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);

    Also known as:

    • Breast Lesion Localization
    • Breast clip placement
    • Wire localization for breast surgery
    • Radioactive seed placement in breast
    • Ultrasound-guided breast marker

    CPT Codes:

    • 19285: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Breast Lesion Localization
    • Breast Marker Placement
    • Wire Localization Breast
    • Mammographic Guided Breast Localization

    CPT Codes:

    • 19281: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including mammographic guidance

    Also known as:

    • Radioactive Tracer Injection for Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Sentinel Node Mapping Injection
    • Lymph Node Tracer Injection
    • Radioactive Dye for Lymph Nodes
    • Sentinel Lymph Node Identification

    CPT Codes:

    • 38792: Injection procedure; radioactive tracer for identification of sentinel node

    Also known as:

    • Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Axillary Lymph Node Excision
    • Open Axillary Node Biopsy
    • Underarm Lymph Node Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)

    Also known as:

    • Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
    • Lymph Node Identification
    • Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
    • Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes

    CPT Codes:

    • 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

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

    CPT Codes:

    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

    Does Dr. Knudson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Knudson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 689-6560 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Knudson accept in Firestone, CO?

    Dr. Knudson in Firestone, CO 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 and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Knudson's office located?

    Dr. Kelly Knudson's Primary Practice

    8350 Colorado Blvd Unit 160

    Firestone, CO 80504

    (303) 689-6560

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    Dr. Kelly Knudson's Practice 2

    1960 N Ogden St Ste 230

    Denver, CO 80218

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    Dr. Kelly Knudson's Practice 3

    300 Exempla Cir Ste 360

    Lafayette, CO 80026

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

    Dr. Knudson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104972884.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Knudson?

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

    What is Dr. Kelly Knudson's specialty?

    Dr. Knudson is a Surgeon near Firestone, CO. 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. Knudson to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kelly Knudson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Knudson is affiliated with Intermountain Health - Good Samaritan Hospital, Intermountain Health - Saint Joseph Hospital, Intermountain Health - Lutheran 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 Kelly Knudson accepting new patients in Firestone, CO?

    Yes, Dr. Kelly Knudson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kelly Knudson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Knudson's office at (303) 689-6560 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kelly Knudson?

    Please contact Dr. Knudson's office at (303) 689-6560 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kelly Knudson have?

    Dr. Kelly Knudson is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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