Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wheel, Surgeon in Allentown, PA?
Where did Dr. Wheel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences
What languages does Dr. Wheel speak?
Dr. Wheel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Wheel typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Wheel 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. Wheel. 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:
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Injury
- Brain Bleed
- TBI
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
- Stomach surgery aftercare
- Bowel surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple Rib Fractures
- Rib Cage Fracture
- Broken Ribs
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Wheel typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Wheel 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. Wheel. 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. Wheel accept my insurance?
Dr. Wheel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wheel accept in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Wheel in Allentown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
Capital Blue Cross
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Employer Health Options Administered Payer
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Wheel's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Wheel affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Wheel has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Wheel's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wheel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346456118.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wheel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wheel