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Who is Dr. Silhy, Surgeon in Brownsville, TX?
Dr. Raquel Silhy, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Brownsville, TX with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Silhy is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Silhy’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Silhy’s office at (956) 621-4981.
What languages does Dr. Silhy speak?
Dr. Silhy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Silhy treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Silhy 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. Silhy. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Ventral Hernia
- Umbilical Hernia
- Incisional Hernia
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Abdominal Wall Hernia
- Epigastric Hernia
- Spigelian Hernia
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
- Post-surgical Hernia
- Surgical Incision Hernia
- Scar Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Gallstones with sudden and long-term gallbladder inflammation and blockage
- Gallstones
- Bile Duct Disease
- Acute and chronic cholecystitis with obstruction
- Blocked gallbladder with ongoing inflammation
- Mixed cholecystitis with obstruction
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8013: Calculus of gallbladder with acute and chronic cholecystitis with obstruction
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Phimosis
- Penis Disorder
- Tight foreskin
- Foreskin constriction
- Retracted foreskin problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N471: Phimosis
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
Also known as:
- Breast Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Breast Disease
- Breast Neoplasm
- Breast Lump of Unknown Type
- Uncertain Breast Growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- D4862: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of left breast
- D4861: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of right breast
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:
- Acute Appendicitis with Peritonitis
- Appendicitis
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Inflamed Appendix with Abdominal Infection
- Generalized Abdominal Inflammation from Appendix
- Peritoneal Infection from Appendicitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3520: Acute appendicitis with generalized peritonitis, without abscess
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Pilonidal Cyst
- Tailbone Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal cyst
- Pilonidal sinus
- Tailbone cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0591: Pilonidal cyst without abscess
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pilonidal Sinus
- Tailbone Disorder
- Tailbone Sinus
- Sacrococcygeal Sinus
- Pilonidal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0592: Pilonidal sinus without abscess
Which procedures does Dr. Silhy perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Raquel Silhy 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. Silhy's office.
Does Dr. Silhy accept my insurance?
Dr. Silhy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 621-4981 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Silhy accept in Brownsville, TX?
Dr. Silhy in Brownsville, 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Driscoll Health Plan
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Keenan and Associates
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Other Health Care Provider
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Where is Dr. Silhy's office located?
Dr. Raquel Silhy's Primary Practice
800 W Jefferson St Ste 100
Brownsville, TX 78520
(956) 621-4981
Dr. Raquel Silhy's Practice 2
4970 N Expressway Ste A
Brownsville, TX 78526
(956) 621-4981
What is Dr. Silhy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Silhy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013208586.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Silhy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Silhy
What is Dr. Raquel Silhy's specialty?
Dr. Silhy is a Surgeon near Brownsville, TX. 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. Silhy to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Raquel Silhy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Silhy is affiliated with Valley Baptist Medical Center — Brownsville, Valley Regional Medical Center 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 Raquel Silhy accepting new patients in Brownsville, TX?
Yes, Dr. Raquel Silhy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Raquel Silhy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Silhy's office at (956) 621-4981 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Raquel Silhy?
Please contact Dr. Silhy's office at (956) 621-4981 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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