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. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. 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 0674378748.
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 as a 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 a Surgeon like Dr. Santos typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Santos typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Santos 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Does Dr. Santos accept my insurance?
Dr. Santos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at 0674378748 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Driscoll Children's Hospital
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Unknown
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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.
What does a Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Ariel Santos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Santos is affiliated with Roosevelt General 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 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 0674378748 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 0674378748 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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Connect with DR. Santos
Department Of Surgery - Ttuhsc
3506 21st St Ste 601
Lubbock, TX 79410