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35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gelber, Surgeon in Pasadena, TX?
Dr. David Gelber, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Pasadena, TX. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Gelber completed his residency at Nassau Co Med Ctr, General Surgery; Baylor Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Gelber is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gelber’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gelber’s office at (713) 944-2240.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Gelber?
Dr. David Gelber, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Gelber empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hernia, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Pasadena/TX community, Dr. Gelber is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Gelber go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Nassau Co Med Ctr, General Surgery; Baylor Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery | Baylor University Med Center
Medical School: University of Rochester Sch of Med & Dentistry, Rochester Ny
Is Dr. Gelber board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. David Gelber, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Gelber speak?
Dr. Gelber and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Gelber treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Gelber 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. Gelber. 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:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Incisional Hernia
- Ventral Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
- Post-surgical Hernia
- Surgical Incision Hernia
- Scar Hernia
- Abdominal Wall Hernia
- Epigastric Hernia
- Spigelian Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Gallbladder Disease
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
- Long-term Gallbladder Inflammation
- Chronic Cholecystitis
- Ongoing Gallbladder Issues
- Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
- Gallbladder attack with stones
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
- K811: Chronic cholecystitis
- K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
What procedures does Dr. Gelber perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Gelber 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. Gelber. 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:
- Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
- Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Repair of Small Abdominal Hernia (Complicated)
- Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
- Recurrent Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Groin Hernia Surgery
- Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
- First Inguinal Hernia Fix
- Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
- Ventral hernia repair
- Umbilical hernia surgery
- Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
- Incisional hernia repair
- Ventral Hernia Repair
- Umbilical Hernia Repair
- Incisional Hernia Repair
- Epigastric Hernia Surgery
- Epigastric Hernia Repair
- Umbilical Hernia Surgery
- Incisional Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Strangulated Hernia Surgery
- Recurrent Abdominal Hernia Surgery
- Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Ventral Hernia Surgery
- Incisional Hernia Surgery
- Reducible Hernia Repair
- Repeat Groin Hernia Surgery
- Inguinal Hernia Recurrence Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
- 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
- 49593: 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, reducible
- 49592: 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, incarcerated or strangulated
- 49615: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), recurrent, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, reducible
- 49560: Repair initial incisional or ventral hernia; reducible
- 49520: Repair recurrent inguinal hernia, any age; reducible
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Intraperitoneal Catheter Insertion
- Tunneled Peritoneal Catheter Placement
- Laparoscopic Abdominal Catheter
- Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 49324: Laparoscopy, surgical; with insertion of tunneled intraperitoneal catheter
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Appendectomy
- Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
- Keyhole Appendectomy
- Scope Appendectomy
CPT Codes:
- 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy
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
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:
- Arteriovenous Fistula Creation
- AV Fistula Surgery
- Cimino Fistula
- Vascular Access for Dialysis
CPT Codes:
- 36821: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; direct, any site (eg, Cimino type) (separate procedure)
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:
- Partial Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Breast conserving surgery
- Quadrantectomy
- Segmentectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
Also known as:
- Removal of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth (1.1-2.0 cm)
- Benign Skin Lesion Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
- Mole Removal (Non-Cancerous)
CPT Codes:
- 11402: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
Also known as:
- Abscess Drainage
- Abscess
- Incision and Drainage (I&D)
- Boil Lancing
- Cyst Drainage
- Skin Abscess Removal
CPT Codes:
- 10060: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); simple or single
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:
- Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
- Lymph Node Identification
- Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
- Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes
CPT Codes:
- 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Gelber accept my insurance?
Dr. Gelber accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 944-2240 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gelber accept in Pasadena, TX?
Dr. Gelber in Pasadena, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Gelber's office located?
Dr. David Gelber's Primary Practice
3801 Vista Rd Ste 450
Pasadena, TX 77504
(713) 944-2240
What is Dr. Gelber's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gelber's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760485700.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gelber?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gelber
What is Dr. David Gelber's specialty?
Dr. Gelber is a Surgeon near Pasadena, 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. Gelber to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. David Gelber affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gelber is affiliated with HCA Houston Healthcare Southeast 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 David Gelber accepting new patients in Pasadena, TX?
Yes, Dr. David Gelber is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Gelber offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gelber's office at (713) 944-2240 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Gelber?
Please contact Dr. Gelber's office at (713) 944-2240 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Gelber have?
Dr. David Gelber is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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