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Who is Dr. Ghidanac, Surgeon in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Lucretia Ghidanac, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL. Dr. Ghidanac is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ghidanac’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ghidanac’s office at (647) 460-6472.
What languages does Dr. Ghidanac speak?
Dr. Ghidanac and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Ghidanac typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Ghidanac 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. Ghidanac. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cataract
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Uncomplicated Childbirth
- Childbirth
- Normal Delivery
- Natural Birth
- Vaginal Delivery
ICD-10 Codes:
- O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Ghidanac typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Ghidanac 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. Ghidanac. 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:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Lower Leg Nerve Block Injection
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
- Fascial plane block for leg pain
- Lower extremity nerve injection
- Leg pain block with imaging
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64473: Lower Extremity Fascial Plane Block, Unilateral; By Injection(S), Including Imaging Guidance, When Performed
Also known as:
- Emergency Breathing Tube Insertion
- Emergency intubation
- Endotracheal tube placement
- Airway management (emergency)
CPT Codes:
- 31500: Intubation, endotracheal, emergency procedure
Does Dr. Ghidanac accept my insurance?
Dr. Ghidanac accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (647) 460-6472 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ghidanac accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Ghidanac in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advocate Health Care
All Other Third Party
Centene
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ghidanac's office located?
What is Dr. Ghidanac's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ghidanac's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669994364.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ghidanac?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ghidanac
What is Dr. Lucretia Ghidanac's specialty?
Dr. Ghidanac is a Surgeon near Chicago, IL.
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. Lucretia Ghidanac affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ghidanac is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Advocate Trinity Hospital, Advocate South Suburban Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Lucretia Ghidanac accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Lucretia Ghidanac is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lucretia Ghidanac offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ghidanac's office at (647) 460-6472 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lucretia Ghidanac?
Please contact Dr. Ghidanac's office at (647) 460-6472 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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