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Dr. Robert Knowles, MD

Dr. Robert Knowles, MD

Roanoke, VA

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Knowles, Surgeon in Roanoke, VA?

    Dr. Robert Knowles, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Roanoke, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Knowles is fluent in English, Arabic, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Knowles’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Knowles’s office.

    Is Dr. Knowles board certified in Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Knowles, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Knowles speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

    • French

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Knowles treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Knowles 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. Knowles. 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:

    • 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:

    • Varicose Veins with Ankle Ulcer
    • Varicose Veins in Right Leg with Ankle Ulcer
    • Varicose Veins
    • Venous Ulcer
    • Leg Ulcer from Varicose Veins
    • Venous Stasis Ulcer
    • Right Ankle Venous Ulcer
    • Ankle Ulcer from Varicose Veins
    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I83023: Varicose veins of left lower extremity with ulcer of ankle
    • I83013: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with ulcer of ankle

    Also known as:

    • Pressure Sores
    • Pressure Sore
    • Bedsores
    • Decubitus Ulcers
    • Pressure Ulcers
    • Bed Sore
    • Decubitus Ulcer
    • Pressure Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89324: Pressure ulcer of left buttock, stage 4
    • L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4

    Also known as:

    • Right Ankle Open Wound
    • Right Lower Leg Open Wound
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Right Ankle Cut
    • Right Ankle Gash
    • Deep Cut on Right Ankle
    • Right Leg Cut
    • Right Leg Injury
    • Open Sore on Right Lower Leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S91001D: Unspecified open wound, right ankle, subsequent encounter
    • S81801D: Unspecified open wound, right lower leg, subsequent encounter

    Also known as:

    • Lymphedema
    • Lymphatic Swelling
    • Fluid Retention in Limbs
    • Chronic Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified

    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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer

    Also known as:

    • Left Lower Leg Open Wound
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Left Lower Leg Injury
    • Left Calf Wound
    • Left Shin Wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S81802D: Unspecified open wound, left lower leg, subsequent encounter

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Specified Aftercare
    • Specific post-op care
    • Specialized recovery care
    • Follow-up for specific procedures

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Acquired Limb Deformity
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Limb Shape Problems
    • Deformed Arm
    • Deformed Leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M21862: Other specified acquired deformities of left lower leg

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcer
    • Vascular Disease
    • Venous Ulcer
    • Chronic Venous Ulcer
    • Stasis Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I87313: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of bilateral lower extremity

    Which procedures does Dr. Knowles perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Robert Knowles may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Knowles' office.

    Does Dr. Knowles accept my insurance?

    Dr. Knowles 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. Knowles accept in Roanoke, VA?

    Dr. Knowles in Roanoke, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Knowles' office located?

    Dr. Robert Knowles' Primary Practice

    101 Elm Ave SE

    Roanoke, VA 24013

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    Dr. Robert Knowles' Practice 2

    3 Riverside Cir

    Roanoke, VA 24016

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    Dr. Robert Knowles' Practice 3

    180 Floyd Ave

    Rocky Mount, VA 24151

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

    Dr. Knowles's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013915602.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Knowles?

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

    What is Dr. Robert Knowles's specialty?

    Dr. Knowles is a Surgeon near Roanoke, VA. 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. Knowles to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Robert Knowles affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Knowles is affiliated with Carilion New River Valley Medical Center 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 Robert Knowles accepting new patients in Roanoke, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Knowles is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Robert Knowles offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Knowles's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Robert Knowles?

    Please contact Dr. Knowles's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Knowles have?

    Dr. Robert Knowles is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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