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Dr. Jorge Kurek, MD

Anesthesiologist

Modesto, CA

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kurek, Anesthesiologist in Modesto, CA?

    Dr. Jorge Kurek, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Modesto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Kurek completed his residency at Kaleida Hlth Sys-Buffalo Gen, Anesthesiology; John P Smith Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Kurek is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kurek’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kurek’s office at (209) 735-5838.

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

    • Residency: Kaleida Hlth Sys-Buffalo Gen, Anesthesiology; John P Smith Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | University At Buffalo State University Of New York

    • Medical School: University De La Republica- Fac De Med- Montevideo- Uruguay

    Is Dr. Kurek board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Jorge Kurek, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Kurek speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kurek typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kurek 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. Kurek. 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:

    • Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
    • Benign Cecum Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
    • Ascending colon adenoma
    • Ascending colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous cecum growth
    • Cecal adenoma
    • Cecum benign tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
    • D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Kurek typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kurek 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. Kurek. 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:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Axillary Nerve Block Injection
    • Armpit nerve block
    • Axillary nerve pain injection
    • Shoulder nerve block
    • Guided nerve injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64417: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; axillary nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Kurek accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kurek accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (209) 735-5838 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kurek accept in Modesto, CA?

    Dr. Kurek in Modesto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

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    Where is Dr. Kurek's office located?

    Dr. Jorge Kurek's Primary Practice

    4601 Dale Rd

    Modesto, CA 95356

    (209) 735-5838

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    Dr. Jorge Kurek's Practice 2

    1800 N California St

    Stockton, CA 95204

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    Dr. Jorge Kurek's Practice 3

    500 W Hospital Rd

    French Camp, CA 95231

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    What hospitals are Dr. Kurek affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Kurek has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    San Joaquin General Hospital,French Camp, CA
    Methodist Hospital Of Sacramento,Sacramento, CA

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

    Dr. Kurek's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730111774.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kurek?

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

    What is Dr. Jorge Kurek's specialty?

    Dr. Kurek is an Anesthesiologist near Modesto, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Jorge Kurek affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kurek is affiliated with Sutter Tracy Community Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Dr. Jorge Kurek accepting new patients in Modesto, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Jorge Kurek is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jorge Kurek offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kurek's office at (209) 735-5838 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jorge Kurek?

    Please contact Dr. Kurek's office at (209) 735-5838 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kurek's office located?

    Dr. Kurek's offices are located in Modesto, CA, Stockton, CA, and French Camp, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jorge Kurek have?

    Dr. Jorge Kurek is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.