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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cavalea, Critical Care Surgeon in Knoxville, TN?
Dr. Alexander Cavalea, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Knoxville, TN. Dr. Cavalea is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cavalea’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cavalea’s office at (865) 251-4658.
What languages does Dr. Cavalea speak?
Dr. Cavalea and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Cavalea typically treat?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Cavalea 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. Cavalea. 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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Injury
- Brain Bleed
- TBI
- Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
- S066X0A: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Traumatic Collapsed Lung
- Pleural Disorder
- Traumatic Air in Chest
- Traumatic Pneumothorax
- Injured Collapsed Lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- S270XXA: Traumatic pneumothorax, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Collapsed Lung with Blood
- Pleural Disorder
- Hemopneumothorax
- Blood and Air in Chest
- Traumatic Hemopneumothorax
ICD-10 Codes:
- S272XXA: Traumatic hemopneumothorax, initial encounter
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 Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Cavalea typically perform?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Cavalea 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. Cavalea. 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
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
- 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography
Does Dr. Cavalea accept my insurance?
Dr. Cavalea accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (865) 251-4658 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cavalea accept in Knoxville, TN?
Dr. Cavalea in Knoxville, TN 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 Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Cavalea's office located?
Dr. Alexander Cavalea's Primary Practice
1932 Alcoa Hwy Ste 270
Knoxville, TN 37920
(865) 251-4658
What is Dr. Cavalea's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cavalea's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376958231.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cavalea?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cavalea
What is Dr. Alexander Cavalea's specialty?
Dr. Cavalea is a Critical Care Surgeon near Knoxville, TN.
What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?
A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Alexander Cavalea affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cavalea is affiliated with The University Of Tennessee 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 Alexander Cavalea accepting new patients in Knoxville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Cavalea is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Cavalea offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cavalea's office at (865) 251-4658 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Cavalea?
Please contact Dr. Cavalea's office at (865) 251-4658 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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