Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Parkus, Trauma Surgeon in Beaumont, TX?
Dr. David Parkus, MD is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Beaumont, TX. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Parkus graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery; Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Parkus is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Parkus’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Parkus’s office at (409) 899-8501.
Where did Dr. Parkus go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery; Univ Of S Fl Coll Of Med, General Surgery | Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program
Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine | Emory University School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Parkus board certified in Trauma Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. David Parkus, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Parkus speak?
Dr. Parkus and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Parkus treat?
As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Parkus 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. Parkus. 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:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Gallbladder Disease
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder problems
- Biliary tract disease
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K828: Other specified diseases of gallbladder
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple rib fractures
- Rib cage injury
- Severe rib injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2249XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, unspecified side, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Traumatic Collapsed Lung
- Pleural Disorder
- Traumatic Air in Chest
- Traumatic Pneumothorax
- Injured Collapsed Lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- S270XXA: Traumatic pneumothorax, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Cholecystitis
- Inflamed gallbladder
- Gallbladder attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K819: Cholecystitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Benign Lipoma of Trunk
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous fatty lump on body
- Trunk lipoma
- Body fatty tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D171: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of trunk
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Injury
- Brain Bleed
- TBI
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulitis with Perforation and Abscess
- Abscess
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Inflamed Colon Diverticula with Abscess
- Perforated Large Bowel Diverticulitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5720: Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding
Which procedures does Dr. Parkus perform as a Trauma Surgeon?
As a Trauma Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. David Parkus may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Parkus' office.
Does Dr. Parkus accept my insurance?
Dr. Parkus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (409) 899-8501 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Parkus accept in Beaumont, TX?
Dr. Parkus in Beaumont, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Parkus' office located?
Dr. David Parkus' Primary Practice
2965 Harrison Ave Ste 211
Beaumont, TX 77702
(409) 899-8501
What is Dr. Parkus's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Parkus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023017613.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Parkus?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Parkus
What is Dr. David Parkus's specialty?
Dr. Parkus is a Trauma Surgeon near Beaumont, TX. Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency. Contact Dr. Parkus to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. David Parkus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Parkus is affiliated with Christus Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth 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 David Parkus accepting new patients in Beaumont, TX?
Yes, Dr. David Parkus is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Parkus offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Parkus's office at (409) 899-8501 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Parkus?
Please contact Dr. Parkus's office at (409) 899-8501 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. David Parkus have?
Dr. David Parkus is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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