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Dr. Kathryn Decker, MD

Charlotte, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Decker, Surgeon in Charlotte, NC?

    Dr. Kathryn Decker, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Charlotte, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Decker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Decker’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Decker’s office at (828) 252-8759.

    What languages does Dr. Decker speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Decker treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Decker 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. Decker. 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:

    • Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers
    • Vascular Disease
    • Venous Hypertension Ulcers
    • High Venous Pressure with Sores

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I87311: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of right lower extremity
    • I87312: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of left lower extremity

    Also known as:

    • Pressure Sore
    • Pressure Sores
    • Bed Sore
    • Decubitus Ulcer
    • Pressure Ulcer
    • Bedsores
    • Decubitus Ulcers
    • Pressure Ulcers

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
    • L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer

    Also known as:

    • Right Lower Leg Laceration
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Right Leg Cut
    • Right Leg Tear
    • Right Lower Leg Wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S81811A: Laceration without foreign body, right lower leg, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Incontinence-Associated Dermatitis
    • Eczema
    • Atopic Dermatitis
    • Diaper Rash (Adult)
    • Perineal Dermatitis
    • Moisture-Associated Skin Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L24A2: Irritant contact dermatitis due to fecal, urinary or dual incontinence

    What procedures does Dr. Decker perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Decker 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. Decker. 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:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Muscle Debridement
    • Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal
    • Muscle Cleaning Procedure
    • Fascia Debridement
    • Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
    • Artificial Skin Graft
    • Wound Skin Replacement
    • Bioengineered Skin Application

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area

    Also known as:

    • Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
    • Proud flesh removal
    • Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
    • Granulation tissue treatment
    • Wound cautery

    CPT Codes:

    • 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)

    Does Dr. Decker accept my insurance?

    Dr. Decker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 252-8759 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Decker accept in Charlotte, NC?

    Dr. Decker in Charlotte, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Centene

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Liberty Health Advantage

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of North Carolina

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Decker's office located?

    Dr. Kathryn Decker's Primary Practice

    6041 Piedmont Row Dr S

    Charlotte, NC 28210

    (828) 252-8759

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    Dr. Kathryn Decker's Practice 2

    121 Hendersonville Rd

    Asheville, NC 28803

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    Dr. Kathryn Decker's Practice 3

    509 Biltmore Ave

    Asheville, NC 28801

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

    Dr. Decker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063972164.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Decker?

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

    What is Dr. Kathryn Decker's specialty?

    Dr. Decker is a Surgeon near Charlotte, NC. 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. Decker to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kathryn Decker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Decker is affiliated with Spartanburg Regional Medical Center, AdventHealth Hendersonville 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 Kathryn Decker accepting new patients in Charlotte, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Kathryn Decker is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kathryn Decker offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Decker's office at (828) 252-8759 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kathryn Decker?

    Please contact Dr. Decker's office at (828) 252-8759 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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