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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kroenke, Surgeon in McAllen, TX?
Dr. Cera Kroenke, DO is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in McAllen, TX. Dr. Kroenke is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kroenke’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kroenke’s office at (956) 362-8170.
What languages does Dr. Kroenke speak?
Dr. Kroenke and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Kroenke typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Kroenke 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. Kroenke. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
Also known as:
- Lump in Right Breast
- Lump in Left Breast
- Breast Disease
- Right breast mass
- Right breast lesion
- Right breast nodule
- Left breast mass
- Left breast lesion
- Left breast nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6310: Unspecified lump in the right breast, unspecified quadrant
- N6320: Unspecified lump in the left breast, unspecified quadrant
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
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Kroenke typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Kroenke 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. Kroenke. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Also known as:
- Inhalation Breathing Treatment
- Nebulizer Treatment
- Aerosol Treatment
- IPPB Treatment
- Airway Obstruction Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device
Also known as:
- Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Excision
- Open Axillary Node Biopsy
- Underarm Lymph Node Removal
CPT Codes:
- 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)
Also known as:
- Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
- Lymph Node Identification
- Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
- Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes
CPT Codes:
- 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Radioactive Tracer Injection for Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
- Sentinel Node Mapping Injection
- Lymph Node Tracer Injection
- Radioactive Dye for Lymph Nodes
- Sentinel Lymph Node Identification
CPT Codes:
- 38792: Injection procedure; radioactive tracer for identification of sentinel node
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal
CPT Codes:
- 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography
Also known as:
- Simple Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Complete Mastectomy
- Breast Removal Surgery
- Total Mastectomy
- Unilateral Mastectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19303: Mastectomy, simple, complete
Does Dr. Kroenke accept my insurance?
Dr. Kroenke accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 362-8170 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kroenke accept in McAllen, TX?
Dr. Kroenke in McAllen, 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicaid
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kroenke's office located?
Dr. Cera Kroenke's Primary Practice
1100 E Dove Ave Ste 300
McAllen, TX 78504
(956) 362-8170
What is Dr. Kroenke's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kroenke's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306371711.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kroenke?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kroenke
What is Dr. Cera Kroenke's specialty?
Dr. Kroenke is a Surgeon near McAllen, TX.
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. Cera Kroenke affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kroenke is affiliated with Dhr Health 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 Cera Kroenke accepting new patients in McAllen, TX?
Yes, Dr. Cera Kroenke is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Cera Kroenke offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kroenke's office at (956) 362-8170 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Cera Kroenke?
Please contact Dr. Kroenke's office at (956) 362-8170 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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