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27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hulka, Surgeon in Reno, NV?
Dr. Frieda Hulka, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Reno, NV with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Hulka graduated from University of Nevada, School of Medicine and completed her residency at Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery; Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Hulka is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hulka’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hulka’s office at (775) 323-7500.
Where did Dr. Hulka go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery; Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, General Surgery | Oregon Health & Science University Program
Medical School: University of Nv Sch of Med, Reno Nv | University of Nevada, School of Medicine
Is Dr. Hulka board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Frieda Hulka, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Hulka speak?
Dr. Hulka and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Hulka typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Hulka 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. Hulka. 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:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Acute Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection
- Appendicitis
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
- Appendicitis with Local Peritonitis
- Localized Abdominal Infection from Appendix
- Early Appendicitis with Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
- K3530: Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis, without perforation or gangrene
Also known as:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Hulka typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Hulka 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. Hulka. 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:
- Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Excision
- Open Axillary Node Biopsy
- Underarm Lymph Node Removal
CPT Codes:
- 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)
Also known as:
- Radioactive Tracer Injection for Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
- Sentinel Node Mapping Injection
- Lymph Node Tracer Injection
- Radioactive Dye for Lymph Nodes
- Sentinel Lymph Node Identification
CPT Codes:
- 38792: Injection procedure; radioactive tracer for identification of sentinel node
Also known as:
- Partial Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Breast conserving surgery
- Quadrantectomy
- Segmentectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
Also known as:
- Breast Lesion Excision
- Breast Cyst Removal
- Fibroadenoma Excision
- Breast Tumor Removal
- Nipple/Areolar Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 19120: Excision of cyst, fibroadenoma, or other benign or malignant tumor, aberrant breast tissue, duct lesion, nipple or areolar lesion (except 19300), open, male or female, 1 or more lesions
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Ventral hernia repair
- Umbilical hernia surgery
- Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
- Incisional hernia repair
CPT Codes:
- 49591: 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); less than 3 cm, reducible
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
Does Dr. Hulka accept my insurance?
Dr. Hulka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (775) 323-7500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hulka accept in Reno, NV?
Dr. Hulka in Reno, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
Renown Health
State of Nevada
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Universal Health Services
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Where is Dr. Hulka's office located?
What is Dr. Hulka's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hulka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366485542.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hulka?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hulka
What is Dr. Frieda Hulka's specialty?
Dr. Hulka is a Surgeon near Reno, NV.
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. Frieda Hulka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hulka is affiliated with Renown Regional Medical Center, Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center 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 Frieda Hulka accepting new patients in Reno, NV?
Yes, Dr. Frieda Hulka is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Frieda Hulka offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hulka's office at (775) 323-7500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Frieda Hulka?
Please contact Dr. Hulka's office at (775) 323-7500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Frieda Hulka have?
Dr. Frieda Hulka is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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