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Who is Dr. Guajardo Salinas, Thoracic Surgeon in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Gustavo Guajardo Salinas, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Guajardo Salinas graduated from University of New Mexico School of Medicine. Dr. Guajardo Salinas is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Guajardo Salinas’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Guajardo Salinas’s office at (210) 614-0880.
Where did Dr. Guajardo Salinas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of New Mexico School of Medicine | Universidad de Monterrey Facultad de Medicina
Is Dr. Guajardo Salinas board certified as a Thoracic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Gustavo Guajardo Salinas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Guajardo Salinas speak?
Dr. Guajardo Salinas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Guajardo Salinas treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Guajardo Salinas 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. Guajardo Salinas. 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:
- Lung Cancer
- Cancer Spread to Left Lung
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Right lower lobe lung cancer
- Middle Lobe Lung Cancer
- Malignant Lung Tumor
- Left lower lobe lung cancer
- Pulmonary cancer
- Metastatic Cancer in Left Lung
- Secondary Tumor in Left Lung
- Left Lung Metastasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
- C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C342: Malignant neoplasm of middle lobe, bronchus or lung
- C3432: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, left bronchus or lung
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
- C7802: Secondary malignant neoplasm of left lung
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Esophageal Cancer
- Esophagus Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Esophagus
- Gullet Cancer
- Esophageal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C155: Malignant neoplasm of lower third of esophagus
- C159: Malignant neoplasm of esophagus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Enlarged glands in one area
- Local lymphadenopathy
- Swollen glands
ICD-10 Codes:
- R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes
Also known as:
- Thymus Cancer
- Thymoma and Thymic Carcinoma Treatment (PDQ®)
- Thymoma
- Thymic Carcinoma
- Malignant Thymus Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C37: Malignant neoplasm of thymus
Also known as:
- Lung Carcinoid Tumor
- Carcinoid Tumor
- Bronchial Carcinoid
- Pulmonary Carcinoid
- Lung NET
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7A090: Malignant carcinoid tumor of the bronchus and lung
Also known as:
- Endometrial Cancer
- Uterine Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Malignant Endometrial Tumor
- Endometrial Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Endometrium
ICD-10 Codes:
- C541: Malignant neoplasm of endometrium
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:
- Pus in Chest Cavity
- Abscess
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Empyema
- Pleural empyema
- Infected pleural space
ICD-10 Codes:
- J869: Pyothorax without fistula
Also known as:
- Trunk Lump or Swelling
- Body Mass
- Torso Lump
- Trunk Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R222: Localized swelling, mass and lump, trunk
What procedures does Dr. Guajardo Salinas perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Guajardo Salinas 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. Guajardo Salinas. 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:
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy and Ultrasound
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Biopsy
- EBUS Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound Biopsy
- Lung Lymph Node Biopsy
- Transbronchial Biopsy
- Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
- Lung Tissue Sample via Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31652: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), one or two mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures
- 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe
Also known as:
- Image-Guided Bronchoscopy
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Navigational Bronchoscopy
- Computer-Assisted Bronchoscopy
- Advanced Lung Scope
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31627: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with computer-assisted, image-guided navigation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Also known as:
- Minimally Invasive Lung Nodule Removal
- Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
- VATS Lung Biopsy/Removal
- Lung Mass Removal (Thoracoscopic)
CPT Codes:
- 32666: Thoracoscopy, surgical; with therapeutic wedge resection (eg, mass, nodule), initial unilateral
Also known as:
- Thoracoscopy with Lymph Node Removal
- VATS Lymphadenectomy
- Mediastinal Lymph Node Dissection
- Thoracic Lymph Node Biopsy
- Minimally Invasive Chest Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 32674: Thoracoscopy, surgical; with mediastinal and regional lymphadenectomy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound for Lung Lesions
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Ultrasound
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) Bronchoscopy
- Lung Lesion Biopsy with EBUS
- Bronchial Ultrasound Guided Procedure
- Lung Scope with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 31654: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transendoscopic endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) during bronchoscopic diagnostic or therapeutic intervention(s) for peripheral lesion(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Bronchoscopy with Cell Washing
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Lung Scope with Cell Sample
- Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Flexible Bronchoscopy with Fluoroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31622: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; diagnostic, with cell washing, when performed (separate procedure)
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:
- Mediastinoscopy with Lymph Node Biopsy
- Chest Lymph Node Biopsy
- Mediastinal Biopsy
- Lung Cancer Staging Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 39402: Mediastinoscopy; with lymph node biopsy(ies) (eg, lung cancer staging)
Does Dr. Guajardo Salinas accept my insurance?
Dr. Guajardo Salinas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 614-0880 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Guajardo Salinas accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Guajardo Salinas in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
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Oscar Health Insurance Co
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State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Guajardo Salinas' office located?
Dr. Gustavo Guajardo Salinas' Primary Practice
18707 Hardy Oak Blvd Ste 320
San Antonio, TX 78258
(210) 614-0880
Dr. Gustavo Guajardo Salinas' Practice 2
8715 Village Dr Ste 608
San Antonio, TX 78217
(210) 298-4311
What is Dr. Guajardo Salinas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Guajardo Salinas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144403387.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Guajardo Salinas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Guajardo Salinas
What is Dr. Gustavo Guajardo Salinas's specialty?
Dr. Guajardo Salinas is a Thoracic Surgeon near San Antonio, TX. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Guajardo Salinas to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gustavo Guajardo Salinas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Guajardo Salinas is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio, CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital-New Braunfels, Methodist Hospital - San Antonio, Shannon Medical Center, Methodist Hospital Specialty and Transplant 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 Gustavo Guajardo Salinas accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Gustavo Guajardo Salinas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gustavo Guajardo Salinas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Guajardo Salinas's office at (210) 614-0880 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gustavo Guajardo Salinas?
Please contact Dr. Guajardo Salinas's office at (210) 614-0880 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gustavo Guajardo Salinas have?
Dr. Gustavo Guajardo Salinas is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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