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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Huiras, Surgeon in La Crosse, WI?
Dr. Christopher Huiras, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in La Crosse, WI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Huiras completed his residency at Lutheran Hosp-La Crosse, General Surgery Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Family Practice. Dr. Huiras is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Huiras’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Huiras’s office at (608) 785-0940.
Where did Dr. Huiras go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lutheran Hosp-La Crosse, General Surgery Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Family Practice | Gundersen/Luth Med Center
Medical School: University of Wi Med Sch, Madison Wi
Is Dr. Huiras board certified in Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Huiras, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Huiras speak?
Dr. Huiras and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Huiras treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Huiras 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. Huiras. 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:
- 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- AAA
- Aorta Bulge
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7140: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified
- I714: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture
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:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Right Carotid Artery Disease
- Left Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
- Right Carotid Artery Blockage
- Left Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Left Carotid Artery
- Left Carotid Artery Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery
- I6522: Occlusion and stenosis of left carotid artery
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Epidermoid Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Skin Lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- L723: Sebaceous cyst
Also known as:
- Varicose Veins with Leg Ulcer
- Varicose Veins
- Venous Ulcer
- Leg Ulcer from Varicose Veins
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency with Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83009: Varicose veins of unspecified lower extremity with ulcer of unspecified site
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
Also known as:
- Surgical Dressing Change or Removal
- After Surgery
- Wounds and Injuries
- Wound dressing care
- Post-op dressing change
- Surgical wound management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4801: Encounter for change or removal of surgical wound dressing
Which procedures does Dr. Huiras perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Christopher Huiras 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. Huiras' office.
Does Dr. Huiras accept my insurance?
Dr. Huiras accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (608) 785-0940 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Huiras accept in La Crosse, WI?
Dr. Huiras in La Crosse, WI 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)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Pekin Insurance
State of Wisconsin
UnitedHealthcare
Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)
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Where is Dr. Huiras' office located?
Dr. Christopher Huiras' Primary Practice
800 West Ave S
La Crosse, WI 54601
(608) 785-0940
What is Dr. Huiras's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Huiras's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598747115.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Huiras?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Huiras
What is Dr. Christopher Huiras's specialty?
Dr. Huiras is a Surgeon near La Crosse, WI. 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. Huiras to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Huiras affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Huiras is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Health System In La Crosse 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 Christopher Huiras accepting new patients in La Crosse, WI?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Huiras is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Huiras offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Huiras's office at (608) 785-0940 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Huiras?
Please contact Dr. Huiras's office at (608) 785-0940 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Huiras have?
Dr. Christopher Huiras is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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