Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fries, Plastic Surgeon in Boerne, TX?
Dr. Charles Fries, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Boerne, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Fries is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fries’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fries’s office at (210) 450-6800.
What languages does Dr. Fries speak?
Dr. Fries and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Fries typically treat?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Fries 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. Fries. 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:
- Lymphedema
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Right Hand Pain
- Left Hand Pain
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right palm
- Right wrist and hand pain
- Right hand discomfort
- Ache in left hand
- Left hand discomfort
- Sore left hand
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79641: Pain in right hand
- M79642: Pain in left hand
Also known as:
- Jaw Pain
- Jaw Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Temporomandibular Joint Pain
- TMJ Pain
- Jaw Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6884: Jaw pain
What procedures does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Fries typically perform?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Fries 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. Fries. 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:
- Breast Reconstruction Revision
- Breast Reduction Surgery
- Breast Lift
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Corrective Breast Reconstruction Surgery
- Breast Implant Revision
- Flap Revision for Breast Reconstruction
- Reduction Mammoplasty
- Breast Size Reduction
- Mammoplasty
- Mastopexy
- Breast Reshaping Surgery
- Pexy Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 19380: Revision of reconstructed breast (eg, significant removal of tissue, re-advancement and/or re-inset of flaps in autologous reconstruction or significant capsular revision combined with soft tissue excision in implant-based reconstruction)
- 19318: Breast reduction
- 19316: Mastopexy
Also known as:
- Autologous Fat Grafting (Body)
- Additional Fat Transfer (Body, Breasts, Scalp)
- Fat Transfer
- Liposuction with Fat Injection
- Body Fat Graft
- Autologous Fat Injection
- Liposuction Fat Grafting
- Body Fat Transfer
CPT Codes:
- 15771: Grafting of autologous fat harvested by liposuction technique to trunk, breasts, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 50 cc or less injectate
- 15772: Grafting of autologous fat harvested by liposuction technique to trunk, breasts, scalp, arms, and/or legs; each additional 50 cc injectate, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Panniculectomy (Lower Abdomen Skin Removal)
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Excess Skin Removal (Abdomen)
- Infraumbilical Lipectomy
- Tummy Tuck (Panniculectomy)
- Abdominal Skin Excision
CPT Codes:
- 15830: Excision, Excessive Skin And Subcutaneous Tissue (Includes Lipectomy); Abdomen, Infraumbilical Panniculectomy
Does Dr. Fries accept my insurance?
Dr. Fries accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 450-6800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fries accept in Boerne, TX?
Dr. Fries in Boerne, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Fries' office located?
Dr. Charles Fries' Primary Practice
25723 Old Fredericksburg Rd
Boerne, TX 78015
(210) 450-6800
What is Dr. Fries's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fries's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801491311.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fries?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fries
What is Dr. Charles Fries's specialty?
Dr. Fries is a Plastic Surgeon near Boerne, TX.
What does a Plastic Surgeon do?
A plastic surgeon specializes in repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Cosmetic surgery is a key aspect of this specialty, where surgeons apply aesthetic principles to enhance appearance and optimize reconstructive outcomes, addressing both normal structures and those requiring reconstruction.
Is this Dr. Charles Fries affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fries is affiliated with University Hospital-San Antonio, Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline 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 Charles Fries accepting new patients in Boerne, TX?
Yes, Dr. Charles Fries is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Fries offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fries's office at (210) 450-6800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Fries?
Please contact Dr. Fries's office at (210) 450-6800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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