21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dresel, Surgeon in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Alexandra Dresel, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Dresel graduated from New Jersey College of Dentistry and completed her residency at Baylor Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Dresel is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dresel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dresel’s office at (214) 369-4571.
Where did Dr. Dresel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baylor Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery | Baylor University Medical Center | Baylor Medical Center at Garland Program
Medical School: University of Wi Med Sch, Madison Wi | New Jersey College of Dentistry
Is Dr. Dresel board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Alexandra Dresel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Dresel speak?
Dr. Dresel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Dresel typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Dresel 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. Dresel. 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:
- Primary Hyperparathyroidism
- Parathyroid Disorder
- Familial isolated hyperparathyroidism
- Overactive Parathyroid Gland
- High Parathyroid Hormone
- PTH Overproduction
ICD-10 Codes:
- E210: Primary hyperparathyroidism
Also known as:
- Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Skin Condition
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
ICD-10 Codes:
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
Also known as:
- Thyroid Growth of Unknown Type
- Thyroid Disease
- Thyroid tumor of uncertain nature
- Thyroid lesion of uncertain behavior
- Indeterminate thyroid mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D440: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Long-term Gallbladder Inflammation
- Chronic Cholecystitis
- Ongoing Gallbladder Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- K811: Chronic cholecystitis
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Dresel typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Dresel 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. Dresel. 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:
- Parathyroid Gland Removal or Exploration
- Parathyroidectomy
- Parathyroid Gland Surgery
- Hyperparathyroidism Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 60500: Parathyroidectomy or exploration of parathyroid(s);
Also known as:
- Removal of One Side of Thyroid Gland
- Total Thyroid Removal
- Unilateral Thyroid Lobectomy
- Thyroid Lobe Removal
- Partial Thyroidectomy
- Isthmusectomy
- Complete thyroidectomy
- Thyroid gland removal
- Thyroid surgery
CPT Codes:
- 60220: Total thyroid lobectomy, unilateral; with or without isthmusectomy
- 60240: Thyroidectomy, total or complete
Also known as:
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
- Groin Hernia Surgery
- Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
- First Inguinal Hernia Fix
- Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
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
Does Dr. Dresel accept my insurance?
Dr. Dresel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 369-4571 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dresel accept in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Dresel in Dallas, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Dresel's office located?
What is Dr. Dresel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dresel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326091927.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dresel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dresel
What is Dr. Alexandra Dresel's specialty?
Dr. Dresel is a Surgeon near Dallas, 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. Alexandra Dresel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dresel is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas 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 Alexandra Dresel accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?
Yes, Dr. Alexandra Dresel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexandra Dresel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dresel's office at (214) 369-4571 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexandra Dresel?
Please contact Dr. Dresel's office at (214) 369-4571 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alexandra Dresel have?
Dr. Alexandra Dresel is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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