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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chauhan, Trauma Surgeon in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Akshay Chauhan, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Aurora, CO with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Chauhan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chauhan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chauhan’s office at (720) 848-0000.
What languages does Dr. Chauhan speak?
Dr. Chauhan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Chauhan treat?
As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Chauhan 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. Chauhan. 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:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Incisional Hernia
- Umbilical Hernia
- Ventral Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hernia of the Diaphragm
- Post-surgical Hernia
- Surgical Incision Hernia
- Scar Hernia
- 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
- K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Bariatric Surgery Status
- Weight Loss Surgery
- Weight-loss (Metabolic & Bariatric) Surgery
- Weight Loss Surgery History
- Gastric Bypass Status
- Sleeve Gastrectomy Status
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9884: Bariatric surgery status
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- GERD with Esophagitis
- Acid Reflux
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
- Heartburn with Esophagus Damage
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- History of Other Digestive System Disease
- Digestive Disease
- Past GI Disorder
- Previous Digestive Problem
- History of Gastrointestinal Illness
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8719: Personal history of other diseases of the digestive system
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Which procedures does Dr. Chauhan perform as a Trauma Surgeon?
As a Trauma Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Akshay Chauhan 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. Chauhan's office.
Does Dr. Chauhan accept my insurance?
Dr. Chauhan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (720) 848-0000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chauhan accept in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Chauhan in Aurora, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Colorado Access
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Denver Health Medical Plan
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
PacificSource
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chauhan's office located?
What is Dr. Chauhan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chauhan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730316233.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chauhan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chauhan
What is Dr. Akshay Chauhan's specialty?
Dr. Chauhan is a Trauma Surgeon near Aurora, CO. Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency. Contact Dr. Chauhan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Akshay Chauhan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chauhan is affiliated with Uchealth University Of Colorado Hospital 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 Akshay Chauhan accepting new patients in Aurora, CO?
Yes, Dr. Akshay Chauhan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Akshay Chauhan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chauhan's office at (720) 848-0000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Akshay Chauhan?
Please contact Dr. Chauhan's office at (720) 848-0000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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