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45 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Crecca, Surgeon in El Paso, TX?
Dr. Gerard Crecca, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in El Paso, TX. He has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified. Dr. Crecca graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at Umdnj-Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Crecca is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Crecca’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Crecca’s office at (915) 542-2825.
Where did Dr. Crecca go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Umdnj-Univ Hosp, General Surgery | Az Heart Institute | UMDNJ
Medical School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas
Is Dr. Crecca board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Gerard Crecca, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Crecca speak?
Dr. Crecca and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Crecca typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Crecca 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. Crecca. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
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
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 a Surgeon like Dr. Crecca typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Crecca 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. Crecca. 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:
- Partial Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Breast conserving surgery
- Quadrantectomy
- Segmentectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
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:
- 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:
- 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 with X-ray
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal
CPT Codes:
- 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography
Also known as:
- Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
- Groin Hernia Surgery
- Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
- First Inguinal Hernia Fix
- Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Does Dr. Crecca accept my insurance?
Dr. Crecca accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (915) 542-2825 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Crecca accept in El Paso, TX?
Dr. Crecca in El Paso, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Health Care Service Corporation
Imperial Health Holdings
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Oscar Health
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Crecca's office located?
Dr. Gerard Crecca's Primary Practice
1700 Curie Dr Ste 5300
El Paso, TX 79902
(915) 542-2825
What is Dr. Crecca's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Crecca's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104965490.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Crecca?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Crecca
What is Dr. Gerard Crecca's specialty?
Dr. Crecca is a Surgeon near El Paso, 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. Gerard Crecca affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Crecca is affiliated with The Hospitals Of Providence - Sierra Campus, The Hospitals Of Providence - Memorial Campus, The Hospitals Of Providence - East Campus 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 Gerard Crecca accepting new patients in El Paso, TX?
Yes, Dr. Gerard Crecca is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gerard Crecca offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Crecca's office at (915) 542-2825 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gerard Crecca?
Please contact Dr. Crecca's office at (915) 542-2825 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gerard Crecca have?
Dr. Gerard Crecca is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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