GC
27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Carcamo, Surgeon in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Gerardo Carcamo, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Carcamo graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, General Surgery. Dr. Carcamo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carcamo’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carcamo’s office at (210) 220-1726.
Where did Dr. Carcamo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tx Med Sch At Houston, General Surgery | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program
Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca | University of California
Is Dr. Carcamo board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Gerardo Carcamo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Carcamo speak?
Dr. Carcamo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Carcamo treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Carcamo 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. Carcamo. 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:
- 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:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
- Stomach surgery aftercare
- Bowel surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system
Also known as:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Hernia
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hernia of the Diaphragm
ICD-10 Codes:
- K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
What procedures does Dr. Carcamo perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Carcamo 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. Carcamo. 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:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Needle Liver Biopsy (During Other Surgery)
- Concurrent Liver Biopsy
- Intraoperative Liver Biopsy
- Liver Tissue Sample During Surgery
- Liver Needle Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 47001: Biopsy of liver, needle; when done for indicated purpose at time of other major procedure (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Paraesophageal Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
- Large Abdominal Hernia Repair (Incarcerated/Strangulated)
- Hiatal Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Paraesophageal Hernia Surgery
- Laparoscopic Hernia Fix
- Groin Hernia Surgery
- Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
- First Inguinal Hernia Fix
- Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
- Emergency Abdominal Hernia Surgery
- Incarcerated Hernia Repair
- Strangulated Hernia Repair
- Complex Ventral Hernia Repair
CPT Codes:
- 43282: Laparoscopy, surgical, repair of paraesophageal hernia, includes fundoplasty, when performed; with implantation of mesh
- 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
- 49596: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); greater than 10 cm, incarcerated or strangulated
Also known as:
- Duodenal Switch Weight Loss Surgery
- Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy
- Biliopancreatic diversion
- Gastric restrictive surgery
- Weight loss stomach surgery
- Gastric Sleeve Surgery
- Longitudinal Gastrectomy
- Laparoscopic Weight Loss Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 43845: Gastric restrictive procedure with partial gastrectomy, pylorus-preserving duodenoileostomy and ileoileostomy (50 to 100 cm common channel) to limit absorption (biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch)
- 43775: Laparoscopy, surgical, gastric restrictive procedure; longitudinal gastrectomy (ie, sleeve gastrectomy)
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
CPT Codes:
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Removal of Intestinal Adhesions
- Laparoscopic Enterolysis
- Bowel Adhesion Release
- Minimally Invasive Adhesion Removal
- Abdominal Adhesion Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 44180: Laparoscopy, surgical, enterolysis (freeing of intestinal adhesion) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Emergency Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Incarcerated Hernia Repair
- Strangulated Hernia Surgery
- Ventral Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Umbilical Hernia Repair
CPT Codes:
- 49594: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, incarcerated or strangulated
Also known as:
- Muscle or Skin Flap Surgery (Trunk)
- Myocutaneous Flap (Body)
- Fasciocutaneous Flap (Trunk)
- Tissue Flap Reconstruction (Torso)
CPT Codes:
- 15734: Muscle, myocutaneous, or fasciocutaneous flap; trunk
Does Dr. Carcamo accept my insurance?
Dr. Carcamo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 220-1726 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Carcamo accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Carcamo in San Antonio, 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
Community First Health Plans
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Other Health Care Provider
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Carcamo's office located?
Dr. Gerardo Carcamo's Primary Practice
11212 State Highway 151 Bldg 2
San Antonio, TX 78251
(210) 220-1726
Dr. Gerardo Carcamo's Practice 2
414 Navarro St Ste 810
San Antonio, TX 78205
(210) 220-1726
What is Dr. Carcamo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Carcamo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568484327.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carcamo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Carcamo
What is Dr. Gerardo Carcamo's specialty?
Dr. Carcamo is a Surgeon near San Antonio, 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. Carcamo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gerardo Carcamo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Carcamo is affiliated with Methodist Hospital - San Antonio, Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio 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 Gerardo Carcamo accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Gerardo Carcamo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gerardo Carcamo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Carcamo's office at (210) 220-1726 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gerardo Carcamo?
Please contact Dr. Carcamo's office at (210) 220-1726 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gerardo Carcamo have?
Dr. Gerardo Carcamo is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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