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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dressler, Vascular Surgeon in Hickory, NC?
Dr. Gener Dressler, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Hickory, NC. She is board certified. Dr. Dressler is fluent in English, Haitian, Haitian Creole, Hmong, Lao, Mong, Sign Languages, Spanish, and Thai, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dressler’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dressler’s office at (828) 732-5200.
What languages does Dr. Dressler speak?
Dr. Dressler and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Haitian
Haitian Creole
Hmong
Lao
Mong
Sign Languages
Spanish
Thai
What conditions does Dr. Dressler treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Dressler 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. Dressler. 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:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcer
- Vascular Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
- Venous Ulcer
- Chronic Venous Ulcer
- Stasis Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
- I87313: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of bilateral lower extremity
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Ankle Ulcers (Left Leg)
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
- Bilateral leg claudication
- PAD both legs pain with activity
- Both legs artery pain when walking
- PAD left ankle ulcers
- Arterial ulcers left ankle
- Left leg artery disease with ankle sores
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
- I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs
- I70243: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of left leg with ulceration of ankle
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes with Skin Ulcers
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetic skin sores
- Diabetes-related wounds
- Foot ulcers from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E11622: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin ulcer
Also known as:
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Right Lower Leg
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Left Lower Leg
- Skin Condition
- Non-Pressure Leg Sore
- Persistent Leg Wound
- Right Leg Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore on Lower Leg
- Left Leg Skin Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97812: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right lower leg with fat layer exposed
- L97822: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left lower leg with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Right Carotid Artery Disease
- Left Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
- Right Carotid Artery Blockage
- Left Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Left Carotid Artery
- Left Carotid Artery Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery
- I6522: Occlusion and stenosis of left carotid artery
Also known as:
- Wound Dressing Change or Removal
- Wounds and Injuries
- Non-surgical dressing care
- Wound care visit
- Dressing replacement
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- External Surgical Wound Opening
- Wounds and Injuries
- External wound dehiscence
- Surgical incision separation
- Outer wound rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8131XA: Disruption of external operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Surgical Dressing Change or Removal
- After Surgery
- Wounds and Injuries
- Wound dressing care
- Post-op dressing change
- Surgical wound management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4801: Encounter for change or removal of surgical wound dressing
Also known as:
- Varicose Veins
- Spider Veins
- Venous Insufficiency
- Chronic Venous Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83893: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with other complications
Also known as:
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- AAA
- Aorta Bulge
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7143: Infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture
Which procedures does Dr. Dressler perform as a Vascular Surgeon?
As a Vascular Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Gener Dressler 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. Dressler's office.
Does Dr. Dressler accept my insurance?
Dr. Dressler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 732-5200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dressler accept in Hickory, NC?
Dr. Dressler in Hickory, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Healthgram
Humana
Medicare
State of North Carolina
UnitedHealthcare
Vaya Health
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Where is Dr. Dressler's office located?
Dr. Gener Dressler's Primary Practice
1771 Tate Blvd SE Ste 204
Hickory, NC 28602
(828) 732-5200
What is Dr. Dressler's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dressler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669815239.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dressler?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dressler
What is Dr. Gener Dressler's specialty?
Dr. Dressler is a Vascular Surgeon near Hickory, NC. A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. Contact Dr. Dressler to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gener Dressler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dressler is affiliated with Catawba Valley Medical Center 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 Gener Dressler accepting new patients in Hickory, NC?
Yes, Dr. Gener Dressler is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gener Dressler offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dressler's office at (828) 732-5200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gener Dressler?
Please contact Dr. Dressler's office at (828) 732-5200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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