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32 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Gelinas, Thoracic Surgeon in Crystal River, FL?
Dr. William Gelinas, DO is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Crystal River, FL. He has been practicing for over 32 years. Dr. Gelinas completed his residency at Oh Valley Med Ctr-Wvsom, General Surgery. Dr. Gelinas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gelinas’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gelinas’s office at (352) 794-6191.
Where did Dr. Gelinas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Oh Valley Med Ctr-Wvsom, General Surgery
Medical School: University of New England, Coll of Osteo Med, Biddeford Me
What languages does Dr. Gelinas speak?
Dr. Gelinas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Gelinas treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Gelinas 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. Gelinas. 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:
- Other Skin Disorder
- Skin Condition
- Unspecified Skin Condition
- Skin and Tissue Disorder
- Dermatological Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L988: Other specified disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Skin Ulcers
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot
- Diabetic skin sores
- Diabetes-related wounds
- Foot ulcers from diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11622: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin ulcer
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
- Bilateral leg claudication
- PAD both legs pain with activity
- Both legs artery pain when walking
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
- I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs
Also known as:
- Left Lower Leg Laceration
- Wounds and Injuries
- Left Leg Cut
- Left Leg Tear
- Left Lower Leg Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S81812A: Laceration without foreign body, left lower leg, initial encounter
- S81812D: Laceration without foreign body, left lower leg, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Severe Chronic Skin Ulcer on Lower Left Leg
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Left Lower Leg
- Skin Condition
- Advanced Leg Ulcer
- Serious Skin Wound
- Non-healing Wound
- Non-Pressure Leg Sore
- Persistent Leg Wound
- Left Leg Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore on Lower Leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97828: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left lower leg with other specified severity
- L97822: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left lower leg with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Wound Dressing Change or Removal
- Wounds and Injuries
- Non-surgical dressing care
- Wound care visit
- Dressing replacement
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing
Also known as:
- Left Carotid Artery Disease
- Right Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Left Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Left Carotid Artery
- Left Carotid Artery Blockage
- Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
- Right Carotid Artery Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6522: Occlusion and stenosis of left carotid artery
- I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
Also known as:
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- AAA
- Aorta Bulge
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7143: Infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers
- Vascular Disease
- Venous Hypertension Ulcers
- High Venous Pressure with Sores
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87312: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of left lower extremity
Also known as:
- Right Lower Leg Laceration
- Wounds and Injuries
- Right Lower Leg Cut
- Deep Cut on Right Lower Leg
- Tear on Right Lower Leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- S81811D: Laceration without foreign body, right lower leg, subsequent encounter
What procedures does Dr. Gelinas perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Gelinas 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. Gelinas. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
- Proud flesh removal
- Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
- Granulation tissue treatment
- Wound cautery
CPT Codes:
- 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)
Also known as:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
Does Dr. Gelinas accept my insurance?
Dr. Gelinas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (352) 794-6191 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gelinas accept in Crystal River, FL?
Dr. Gelinas in Crystal River, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Freedom Health
HealthComp
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Gelinas' office located?
Dr. William Gelinas' Primary Practice
11535 W Emerald Oaks Dr
Crystal River, FL 34428
(352) 794-6191
What is Dr. Gelinas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gelinas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851397749.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gelinas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gelinas
What is Dr. William Gelinas's specialty?
Dr. Gelinas is a Thoracic Surgeon near Crystal River, FL. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Gelinas to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. William Gelinas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Gelinas is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Tampa General Hospital Crystal River, Bravera Health Seven Rivers. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Gelinas accepting new patients in Crystal River, FL?
Yes, Dr. William Gelinas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Gelinas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gelinas's office at (352) 794-6191 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Gelinas?
Please contact Dr. Gelinas's office at (352) 794-6191 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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