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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hughes, Surgeon in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. William Hughes, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Hughes graduated from Temple University School Of Medicine. Dr. Hughes is fluent in English and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hughes’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hughes’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Hughes?
Dr. William Hughes, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified 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. Hughes empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Burn Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Philadelphia, PA community, Dr. Hughes is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Hughes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Temple University School Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hughes speak?
Dr. Hughes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Hughes typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Hughes 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. Hughes. 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:
- General Burn Injury
- Second-Degree Burn on Head, Face, or Neck
- Second-Degree Right Hand Burn
- Second-Degree Left Hand Burn
- Second-Degree Burn to Left Foot
- Third-Degree Burn of Right Foot
- Third-degree burn of the chest
- Second-degree burn on right foot
- Burns
- Thermal Injury
- Fire Burn
- Scald Injury
- Thermal injury
- Heat burn
- Skin burn
- Partial thickness burn
- Blistering burn
- Dermal burn
- Partial-thickness burn on left foot
- Moderate left foot burn
- Left foot thermal injury
- Full-thickness burn of Right Foot
- 3rd degree burn of Right Foot
- Severe burn of Right Foot
- Full thickness burn on chest
- Severe burn on chest
- Deep burn on chest
- Fire injury
- Scald
- Burn wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- T300: Burn of unspecified body region, unspecified degree
- T2020XA: Burn of second degree of head, face, and neck, unspecified site, initial encounter
- T23201A: Burn of second degree of right hand, unspecified site, initial encounter
- T23202A: Burn of second degree of left hand, unspecified site, initial encounter
- T25222A: Burn of second degree of left foot, initial encounter
- T25321A: Burn of third degree of right foot, initial encounter
- T2131XA: Burn of third degree of chest wall, initial encounter
- T25221A: Burn of second degree of right foot, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Smoke Inhalation Injury
- Inhalation Injuries
- Smoke poisoning
- Lung damage from smoke
- Respiratory burn from smoke
ICD-10 Codes:
- T59811A: Toxic effect of smoke, accidental (unintentional), initial encounter
Also known as:
- Past history of healed injury
- Wounds and Injuries
- Previous injury history
- Healed trauma history
- Old injury record
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z87828: Personal history of other (healed) physical injury and trauma
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Hughes typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Hughes 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. Hughes. 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:
- Split-Thickness Skin Graft (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
- Split-Thickness Skin Graft (Additional Area)
- Split-Thickness Skin Graft (Face, Hands, Feet)
- Autologous Skin Graft
- Partial Thickness Skin Graft
- Skin Transplant
- Autograft Skin Transplant
- Skin Grafting for Large Areas
- Facial Skin Graft
CPT Codes:
- 15100: Split-Thickness Autograft, Trunk, Arms, Legs; First 100 Sq Cm Or Less, Or 1% Of Body Area Of Infants And Children (Except 15050)
- 15101: Split-Thickness Autograft, Trunk, Arms, Legs; Each Additional 100 Sq Cm, Or Each Additional 1% Of Body Area Of Infants And Children, Or Part Thereof (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)
- 15120: Split-Thickness Autograft, Face, Scalp, Eyelids, Mouth, Neck, Ears, Orbits, Genitalia, Hands, Feet, And/Or Multiple Digits; First 100 Sq Cm Or Less, Or 1% Of Body Area Of Infants And Children (Except 15050)
Also known as:
- Wound or Burn Site Preparation for Graft
- Surgery
- Surgical Wound Debridement
- Burn Eschar Excision
- Scar Contracture Release
- Recipient Site Preparation
CPT Codes:
- 15002: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, trunk, arms, legs; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children
Also known as:
- Medium Partial-Thickness Burn Care
- Burns
- Burn wound dressing
- Debridement of burns
- Second-degree burn treatment
- Burn care for face/extremity
CPT Codes:
- 16025: Dressings and/or debridement of partial-thickness burns, initial or subsequent; medium (eg, whole face or whole extremity, or 5% to 10% total body surface area)
Also known as:
- Small Burn Treatment
- Burns
- Partial-Thickness Burn Care
- Burn Debridement
- Minor Burn Dressing
- Small Burn Wound Care
CPT Codes:
- 16020: Dressings and/or debridement of partial-thickness burns, initial or subsequent; small (less than 5% total body surface area)
Also known as:
- Surgical Preparation for Skin Graft (Additional Area)
- Surgery
- Wound Bed Preparation
- Burn Eschar Excision
- Scar Contracture Release
- Recipient Site Creation
CPT Codes:
- 15003: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, trunk, arms, legs; each additional 100 sq cm, or part thereof, or each additional 1% of body area of infants and children (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Surgical Preparation for Skin Graft (Infants/Children)
- Surgery
- Wound Debridement for Graft
- Burn Scar Release Surgery
- Recipient Site Preparation for Skin Repair
CPT Codes:
- 15004: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet and/or multiple digits; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children
Does Dr. Hughes accept my insurance?
Dr. Hughes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hughes accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Hughes in Philadelphia, PA 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)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Health Group
Independent Health Association
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hughes' office located?
What is Dr. Hughes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hughes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447206867.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hughes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hughes
What is Dr. William Hughes's specialty?
Dr. Hughes is a Surgeon near Philadelphia, PA.
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. William Hughes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hughes is affiliated with Thomas Jefferson University 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 William Hughes accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. William Hughes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Hughes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hughes's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Hughes?
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