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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wendt, Surgeon in La Crosse, WI?
Dr. Robert Wendt, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in La Crosse, WI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Wendt is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wendt’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wendt’s office at (507) 284-2511.
What languages does Dr. Wendt speak?
Dr. Wendt and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Wendt treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Wendt 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. Wendt. 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:
- 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:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Ventral Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
- Abdominal Wall Hernia
- Epigastric Hernia
- Spigelian Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
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:
- 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:
- Epidermal Cyst
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Keratin Cyst
- Epidermoid Cyst
- Skin Lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- L720: Epidermal cyst
- L723: Sebaceous cyst
Also known as:
- Varicose Veins
- Asymptomatic Varicose Veins
- Spider Veins
- Venous Insufficiency
- Chronic Venous Disease
- Varicose Veins without Symptoms
- Silent Varicose Veins
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83893: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with other complications
- I8393: Asymptomatic varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
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:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
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:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
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:
- Lymphedema
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Lipoma
- Benign Tumor
- Fatty tumor
- Fatty lump
- Benign fatty growth
- Adipose tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D179: Benign lipomatous neoplasm, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Double Groin Hernia
- Hernia in Both Groins
- Non-obstructed Inguinal Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4020: Bilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
Which procedures does Dr. Wendt perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Robert Wendt 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. Wendt's office.
Does Dr. Wendt accept my insurance?
Dr. Wendt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (507) 284-2511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wendt accept in La Crosse, WI?
Dr. Wendt in La Crosse, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
American Public Life
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
National Association of Letter Carriers (NALC)
State of Wisconsin
UnitedHealthcare
Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)
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Where is Dr. Wendt's office located?
What is Dr. Wendt's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wendt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740715432.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wendt?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wendt
What is Dr. Robert Wendt's specialty?
Dr. Wendt is a Surgeon near La Crosse, WI. 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. Contact Dr. Wendt to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Robert Wendt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wendt is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Health System In La Crosse 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 Robert Wendt accepting new patients in La Crosse, WI?
Yes, Dr. Robert Wendt is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Wendt offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wendt's office at (507) 284-2511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Wendt?
Please contact Dr. Wendt's office at (507) 284-2511 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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