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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pera, Surgeon in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Samuel Pera, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Pera is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pera’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pera’s office at (502) 583-8303.
What languages does Dr. Pera speak?
Dr. Pera and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Pera typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Pera 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. Pera. 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:
- 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:
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
Also known as:
- Having a Colostomy
- Ostomy
- Ostomy Surgery of the Bowel
- Colon stoma
- Bowel diversion surgery
- Large intestine ostomy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z933: Colostomy status
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Colostomy Care
- Ostomy
- Stoma Care
- Bowel Diversion Care
- Ostomy Bag Management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z433: Encounter for attention to colostomy
Also known as:
- Ventral Hernia
- Hernia
- Abdominal Wall Hernia
- Epigastric Hernia
- Spigelian Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Pera typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Pera 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. Pera. 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:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Does Dr. Pera accept my insurance?
Dr. Pera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (502) 583-8303 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pera accept in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Pera in Louisville, KY 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pera's office located?
Dr. Samuel Pera's Primary Practice
401 E Chestnut St Unit 710
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 583-8303
What is Dr. Pera's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891173522.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pera?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pera
What is Dr. Samuel Pera's specialty?
Dr. Pera is a Surgeon near Louisville, KY.
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. Samuel Pera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pera is affiliated with Norton 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 Samuel Pera accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?
Yes, Dr. Samuel Pera is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samuel Pera offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pera's office at (502) 583-8303 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samuel Pera?
Please contact Dr. Pera's office at (502) 583-8303 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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