23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Santos, Surgeon in Lubbock, TX?
Dr. Ariel Santos, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Lubbock, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Santos completed his residency at Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery. Dr. Santos is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Santos’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Santos’s office at (806) 743-2373.
Where did Dr. Santos go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery
Is Dr. Santos board certified in Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Ariel Santos, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Santos speak?
Dr. Santos and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Santos treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Santos 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. Santos. 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:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Which procedures does Dr. Santos perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Ariel Santos 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. Santos' office.
Does Dr. Santos accept my insurance?
Dr. Santos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (806) 743-2373 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Santos accept in Lubbock, TX?
Dr. Santos in Lubbock, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Driscoll Health Plan
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Santos' office located?
What is Dr. Santos's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Santos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235277864.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Santos?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Santos
What is Dr. Ariel Santos's specialty?
Dr. Santos is a Surgeon near Lubbock, TX. 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. Santos to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ariel Santos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Santos is affiliated with University Medical Center-Lubbock 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 Ariel Santos accepting new patients in Lubbock, TX?
Yes, Dr. Ariel Santos is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ariel Santos offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Santos's office at (806) 743-2373 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ariel Santos?
Please contact Dr. Santos's office at (806) 743-2373 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ariel Santos have?
Dr. Ariel Santos is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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