Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hodges, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) in Salina, KS?
Where did Dr. Hodges go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Luke'S Hosp, Obstetrics And Gynecology
Medical School: University of Ks Sch of Med, Kansas City Ks
Is Dr. Hodges board certified as an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?
Yes, Dr. Merle Hodges, MD is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
What languages does Dr. Hodges speak?
Dr. Hodges and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) like Dr. Hodges typically treat?
As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Hodges 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. Hodges. 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:
- Prenatal Screening for Birth Defects
- Antenatal Malformation Screening
- Fetal Anomaly Scan
- Birth Defect Screening in Pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z363: Encounter for antenatal screening for malformations
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup, all clear
- Pelvic exam, normal results
- OB/GYN visit, no issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- First-time Birth Control Shot Prescription
- Birth Control
- Initial injectable contraceptive prescription
- Starting Depo-Provera
- New birth control injection order
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z30013: Encounter for initial prescription of injectable contraceptive
Also known as:
- Third Trimester Prenatal Care
- Prenatal Care
- Late Pregnancy Check-ups
- Routine Third Trimester Care
- Maternity Care (Third Trimester)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3483: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, third trimester
What procedures does an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) like Dr. Hodges typically perform?
As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Hodges 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. Hodges. 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 Hysterectomy
- Hysterectomy
- Laparoscopy
- Minimally Invasive Hysterectomy
- Keyhole Hysterectomy
- Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
- Uterus Removal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 58571: Laparoscopy, surgical, with total hysterectomy, for uterus 250 g or less; with removal of tube(s) and/or ovary(s)
Does Dr. Hodges accept my insurance?
Dr. Hodges accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (785) 827-7996 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hodges accept in Salina, KS?
Dr. Hodges in Salina, KS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Bankers
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Hodges' office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Hodges affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Hodges has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Hodges's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hodges's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164407094.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hodges?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hodges