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Dr. Joel Chacko, MD

Trauma Surgeon, Surgeon, Critical Care Surgeon

Texas City, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chacko, Trauma Surgeon in Texas City, TX?

    Dr. Joel Chacko, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Texas City, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chacko is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chacko’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chacko’s office at (409) 800-6238.

    What languages does Dr. Chacko speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Chacko typically treat?

    As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Chacko 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. Chacko. 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:

    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection
    • Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Gallbladder attack with stones

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K810: Acute cholecystitis
    • K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without 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

    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

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Injury
    • General injury
    • Injury, unknown type
    • Trauma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T1490XA: Injury, unspecified, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Broken Ribs
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Multiple Rib Fractures
    • Rib Cage Fracture
    • Broken Ribs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture

    What procedures does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Chacko typically perform?

    As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Chacko 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. Chacko. 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. Chacko accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chacko accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (409) 800-6238 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chacko accept in Texas City, TX?

    Dr. Chacko in Texas City, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Chacko's office located?

    Dr. Joel Chacko's Primary Practice

    6801 Emmett F Lowry Expy

    Texas City, TX 77591

    (409) 800-6238

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    Dr. Joel Chacko's Practice 2

    500 W Medical Center Blvd

    Webster, TX 77598

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    Dr. Joel Chacko's Practice 3

    2240 Gulf Fwy S Ste 3

    League City, TX 77573

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    What hospitals are Dr. Chacko affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Chacko has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center,Houston, TX

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

    Dr. Chacko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114371036.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chacko?

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

    What is Dr. Joel Chacko's specialty?

    Dr. Chacko is a Trauma Surgeon near Texas City, TX.

    What does a Trauma Surgeon do?

    Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency.

    Is Dr. Joel Chacko affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chacko is affiliated with John Sealy Hospital, Galveston 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 Dr. Joel Chacko accepting new patients in Texas City, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Joel Chacko is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joel Chacko offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chacko's office at (409) 800-6238 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joel Chacko?

    Please contact Dr. Chacko's office at (409) 800-6238 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chacko's office located?

    Dr. Chacko's offices are located in Texas City, TX, Webster, TX, and League City, TX.