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26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. D'souza, Surgeon in Munster, IN?
Dr. Dougal D'souza, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Munster, IN with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 26 years. Dr. D'souza is fluent in English, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. D'souza’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. D'souza’s office at (219) 934-9852.
What languages does Dr. D'souza speak?
Dr. D'souza and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. D'souza typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. D'souza 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. D'souza. 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:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
- L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3
Also known as:
- Chronic Skin Ulcer
- Chronic Skin Ulcer on Buttock
- Skin Condition
- Open Sore
- Skin Wound
- Non-healing Wound
- Open Sore on Buttock
- Skin Wound on Buttock
ICD-10 Codes:
- L98499: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with unspecified severity
- L98419: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of buttock with unspecified severity
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. D'souza typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. D'souza 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. D'souza. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Muscle Debridement
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
- Deep Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Skin Replacement
- Bioengineered Skin Application
- Surgical Wound Debridement
- Tissue Removal for Wound Healing
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
- 11046: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
- Proud flesh removal
- Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
- Granulation tissue treatment
- Wound cautery
CPT Codes:
- 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)
Also known as:
- Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
- Bone Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Bone Debridement
- Dead Bone Removal
- Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement
CPT Codes:
- 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Area)
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Covering Application
- Skin Replacement Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 15275: Application of skin substitute graft to face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet, and/or multiple digits, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
Does Dr. D'souza accept my insurance?
Dr. D'souza accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (219) 934-9852 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. D'souza accept in Munster, IN?
Dr. D'souza in Munster, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. D'souza's office located?
Dr. Dougal D'souza's Primary Practice
9800 Valparaiso Dr
Munster, IN 46321
(219) 934-9852
What is Dr. D'souza's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. D'souza's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538180757.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. D'souza?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. D'souza
What is Dr. Dougal D'souza's specialty?
Dr. D'souza is a Surgeon near Munster, IN.
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. Dougal D'souza affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, D'souza is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Saint Francis Hospital - Evanston Llc. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Dougal D'souza accepting new patients in Munster, IN?
Yes, Dr. Dougal D'souza is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dougal D'souza offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. D'souza's office at (219) 934-9852 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dougal D'souza?
Please contact Dr. D'souza's office at (219) 934-9852 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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