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Dr. Luis Gomez, MD

El Paso, TX

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gomez, Surgeon in El Paso, TX?

    Dr. Luis Gomez, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in El Paso, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Gomez graduated from University of Texas Medical School, Houston and completed his residency at Carle Fndn Hosp, Colon And Rectal Surgery; Tx Tech U Hlth Sci Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Gomez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gomez’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gomez’s office at (915) 543-9600.

    Where did Dr. Gomez go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Carle Fndn Hosp, Colon And Rectal Surgery; Tx Tech U Hlth Sci Ctr, General Surgery | PCOM/St Joseph's Hospital Program

    • Medical School: U of Tx Med Sch At Houston, Houston Tx | University of Texas Medical School, Houston

    Is Dr. Gomez board certified in Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Luis Gomez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Gomez speak?

    Dr. Gomez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Gomez treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Gomez 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. Gomez. 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:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of rectum
    • Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
    • Colon Cancer
    • Ascending Colon Cancer
    • Bowel Cancer
    • Colorectal Carcinoma
    • Malignant neoplasm of cecum

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
    • C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
    • C182: Malignant neoplasm of ascending colon
    • C180: Malignant neoplasm of cecum

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer surgery care
    • Oncology aftercare
    • Cancer recovery follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    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:

    • External Surgical Wound Opening
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • External wound dehiscence
    • Surgical incision separation
    • Outer wound rupture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8131XA: Disruption of external operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified, initial encounter
    • T8131XD: Disruption of external operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified, subsequent encounter

    Also known as:

    • Anal Fistula
    • Anal Disorder
    • Fistulas
    • Perianal Fistula
    • Fistula-in-Ano
    • Abnormal Anal Tract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K603: Anal fistula

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Reduced Mobility
    • Walking Problems
    • Limited movement
    • Difficulty walking
    • Impaired mobility

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7409: Other reduced mobility

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Abscess
    • Abscess
    • Rectal Disorder
    • Perirectal Abscess
    • Pus Pocket in Rectum
    • Rectal Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K611: Rectal abscess

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • History of rectal or anal cancer
    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Past rectal cancer
    • Anal cancer survivor
    • Previous rectosigmoid malignancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z85048: Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of rectum, rectosigmoid junction, and anus

    Also known as:

    • Surgical Dressing Change or Removal
    • After Surgery
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Wound dressing care
    • Post-op dressing change
    • Surgical wound management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4801: Encounter for change or removal of surgical wound dressing

    Which procedures does Dr. Gomez perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Luis Gomez may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gomez's office.

    Does Dr. Gomez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gomez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (915) 543-9600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gomez accept in El Paso, TX?

    Dr. Gomez in El Paso, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Gomez's office located?

    Dr. Luis Gomez's Primary Practice

    1390 George Dieter Dr Ste 110

    El Paso, TX 79936

    (915) 543-9600

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    Dr. Luis Gomez's Practice 2

    1625 Medical Center Dr

    El Paso, TX 79902

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    Dr. Luis Gomez's Practice 3

    1700 Curie Dr Ste 1500

    El Paso, TX 79902

    (915) 543-9600

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    What is Dr. Gomez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Gomez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881647659.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gomez?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gomez

    What is Dr. Luis Gomez's specialty?

    Dr. Gomez is a Surgeon near El Paso, 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. Gomez to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Luis Gomez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gomez is affiliated with The Hospitals Of Providence - Memorial Campus 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 Luis Gomez accepting new patients in El Paso, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Luis Gomez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Luis Gomez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gomez's office at (915) 543-9600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Luis Gomez?

    Please contact Dr. Gomez's office at (915) 543-9600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Luis Gomez have?

    Dr. Luis Gomez is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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