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Dr. Frederick French, MD

Ruidoso, NM

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. French, Surgeon in Ruidoso, NM?

    Dr. Frederick French, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Ruidoso, NM with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. French graduated from University of New Mexico School of Medicine. Dr. French is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. French’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. French’s office.

    Where did Dr. French go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University of New Mexico School of Medicine | University of Washington School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. French speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. French treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. French 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. French. 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:

    • Gallstones with Acute and Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Mixed cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Acute and chronic gallbladder attack
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation
    • Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Gallbladder attack with stones
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8012: Calculus of gallbladder with acute and chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
    • K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
    • K810: Acute cholecystitis

    Also known as:

    • Large Intestine Diverticulitis with Perforation and Abscess
    • Intestine Diverticulitis
    • Large Intestine Diverticulitis
    • Abscess
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Inflamed Colon Diverticula with Abscess
    • Perforated Large Bowel Diverticulitis
    • Inflamed Bowel Diverticula
    • Bowel Diverticular Inflammation
    • Inflamed Colon Diverticula
    • Colon Diverticular Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5720: Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding
    • K5792: Diverticulitis of intestine, part unspecified, without perforation or abscess without bleeding
    • K5732: Diverticulitis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    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:

    • Bilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia with Obstruction
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Double Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in Both Groins
    • Non-obstructed Inguinal Hernia
    • Groin Hernia with Blockage
    • Strangulated Inguinal Hernia
    • Obstructed Groin Hernia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4020: Bilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
    • K4030: Unilateral inguinal hernia, with obstruction, without gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Obstructed Surgical Incision Hernia
    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Incisional Hernia with Obstruction
    • Blocked Incision Hernia
    • Strangulated Incisional Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K430: Incisional hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Colostomy Care
    • Ostomy
    • Stoma Care
    • Bowel Diversion Care
    • Ostomy Bag Management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z433: Encounter for attention to colostomy

    Also known as:

    • Other Surgical Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • General post-operative care
    • Unspecified surgical recovery
    • Surgical follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Biliary Acute Pancreatitis
    • Pancreatitis
    • Gallstone Pancreatitis
    • Bile Duct Related Pancreatitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8510: Biliary acute pancreatitis without necrosis or infection

    Which procedures does Dr. French perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Frederick French may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. French's office.

    Does Dr. French accept my insurance?

    Dr. French 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. French accept in Ruidoso, NM?

    Dr. French in Ruidoso, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • Presbyterian Health Plan

    • State of New Mexico

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. French's office located?

    Dr. Frederick French's Primary Practice

    121 El Paso Rd

    Ruidoso, NM 88345

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    Dr. Frederick French's Practice 2

    9922 N Nevada St

    Spokane, WA 99218

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    Dr. Frederick French's Practice 3

    13414 E Mission Ave

    Spokane Valley, WA 99216

    (509) 624-2326

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

    Dr. French's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326024092.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. French?

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

    What is Dr. Frederick French's specialty?

    Dr. French is a Surgeon near Ruidoso, NM. 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. French to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Frederick French affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. French is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm 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 Frederick French accepting new patients in Ruidoso, NM?

    Yes, Dr. Frederick French is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Frederick French offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Frederick French?

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

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