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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dinh, Surgeon in Ridgecrest, CA?
Dr. Vu Dinh, DO is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Ridgecrest, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Dinh is fluent in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dinh’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dinh’s office at (315) 376-5163.
What languages does Dr. Dinh speak?
Dr. Dinh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Vietnamese
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Dinh typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Dinh 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. Dinh. 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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
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:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Dinh typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Dinh 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. Dinh. 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 with X-ray
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Repair of Small Abdominal Hernia (Complicated)
- Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
- Epigastric Hernia Repair
- Umbilical Hernia Surgery
- Incisional Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Strangulated Hernia Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
- 49592: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, incarcerated or strangulated
Also known as:
- Open Drainage of Abdominal Abscess
- Peritoneal Abscess Drainage
- Abdominal Infection Drainage
- Open Peritonitis Drainage
CPT Codes:
- 49020: Drainage of peritoneal abscess or localized peritonitis, exclusive of appendiceal abscess, open
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Appendectomy
- Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
- Keyhole Appendectomy
- Scope Appendectomy
CPT Codes:
- 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy
Also known as:
- Open Liver Biopsy (Wedge)
- Wedge Liver Biopsy
- Surgical Liver Biopsy
- Liver Tissue Sample
CPT Codes:
- 47100: Biopsy of liver, wedge
Also known as:
- Freeing Intestinal Adhesions
- Enterolysis
- Bowel Adhesion Removal
- Lysis of Intestinal Adhesions
- Release of Bowel Scar Tissue
CPT Codes:
- 44005: Enterolysis (freeing of intestinal adhesion) (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Dinh accept my insurance?
Dr. Dinh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (315) 376-5163 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dinh accept in Ridgecrest, CA?
Dr. Dinh in Ridgecrest, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kern Health Systems
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Dinh's office located?
Dr. Vu Dinh's Primary Practice
1011 N China Lake Blvd
Ridgecrest, CA 93555
(315) 376-5163
What is Dr. Dinh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dinh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093928079.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dinh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dinh
What is Dr. Vu Dinh's specialty?
Dr. Dinh is a Surgeon near Ridgecrest, CA.
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. Vu Dinh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dinh is affiliated with Uci Medical Center, Uci Health - Fountain Valley, Uci Health - Placentia Linda, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo, Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance 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 Vu Dinh accepting new patients in Ridgecrest, CA?
Yes, Dr. Vu Dinh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vu Dinh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dinh's office at (315) 376-5163 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vu Dinh?
Please contact Dr. Dinh's office at (315) 376-5163 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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