Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Szalai, Surgeon in Reading, PA?
Where did Dr. Szalai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mcp Hahnemann Univ, General Surgery Univ Of Ma Med Sch, General Surgery
Medical School: Semmelweis Orvostudomanyi Egyetem (Peter Pazmany Univ)- Budapest
Is Dr. Szalai board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Levente Szalai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Szalai speak?
Dr. Szalai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Hungarian
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Szalai typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Szalai 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. Szalai. 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:
- Hemorrhoids
- Piles
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
- Swollen Veins in Anus
- Anal Lumps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
- K649: Unspecified hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Szalai typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Szalai 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. Szalai. 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:
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Repair of Small Abdominal Hernia (Complicated)
- Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
- Epigastric Hernia Repair
- Umbilical Hernia Surgery
- Incisional Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Strangulated Hernia Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
- 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
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Stapled Hemorrhoid Removal
- Hemorrhoidopexy
- PPH Procedure
- Stapled Hemorrhoidectomy
CPT Codes:
- 46947: Hemorrhoidopexy (eg, for prolapsing internal hemorrhoids) by stapling
Also known as:
- Removal of Multiple Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoidectomy
- Internal and External Hemorrhoid Surgery
- Piles Removal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 46260: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, 2 or more columns/groups;
Also known as:
- Anal Lesion Excision
- Removal of Anal Warts
- Surgical Excision of Anal Lesions
- Anus Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 46922: Destruction of lesion(s), anus (eg, condyloma, papilloma, molluscum contagiosum, herpetic vesicle), simple; surgical excision
Also known as:
- Anal Sphincter Nerve Block
- Internal Anal Sphincter Chemodenervation
- Anal Sphincter Injection
- Botox for Anal Fissure
- Chemical Denervation of Anal Muscle
CPT Codes:
- 46505: Chemodenervation of internal anal sphincter
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Partial Colectomy
- Minimally Invasive Colon Resection
- Keyhole Colectomy
- Ileocolostomy Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 44205: Laparoscopy, surgical; colectomy, partial, with removal of terminal ileum with ileocolostomy
Does Dr. Szalai accept my insurance?
Dr. Szalai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Szalai accept in Reading, PA?
Dr. Szalai in Reading, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Szalai's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Szalai affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Szalai has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Szalai's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Szalai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801882758.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Szalai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Szalai