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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vanderploeg, Trauma Surgeon in Denver, CO?
Dr. Daniel Vanderploeg, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Denver, CO. Dr. Vanderploeg is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vanderploeg’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vanderploeg’s office at (303) 436-6000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Vanderploeg?
Dr. Daniel Vanderploeg, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Trauma Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Vanderploeg empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Thoracic Surgery, Trauma/Critical Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Denver, CO community, Dr. Vanderploeg is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Vanderploeg speak?
Dr. Vanderploeg and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Vanderploeg typically treat?
As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Vanderploeg 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. Vanderploeg. 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:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple Rib Fractures
- Rib Cage Fracture
- Broken Ribs
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
What procedures does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Vanderploeg typically perform?
As a Trauma Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Daniel Vanderploeg may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Vanderploeg's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Vanderploeg accept my insurance?
Dr. Vanderploeg accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 436-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vanderploeg accept in Denver, CO?
Dr. Vanderploeg in Denver, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CMS
Denver Health Medical Plan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Independent Health Association
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
MultiPlan
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Where is Dr. Vanderploeg's office located?
What is Dr. Vanderploeg's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vanderploeg's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881080380.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vanderploeg?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vanderploeg
What is Dr. Daniel Vanderploeg's specialty?
Dr. Vanderploeg is a Trauma Surgeon near Denver, CO.
What does a Trauma Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Daniel Vanderploeg affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vanderploeg 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
When to see a Trauma Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Daniel Vanderploeg accepting new patients in Denver, CO?
Yes, Dr. Daniel Vanderploeg is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Daniel Vanderploeg offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vanderploeg's office at (303) 436-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Daniel Vanderploeg?
Please contact Dr. Vanderploeg's office at (303) 436-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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