Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Prieto, Transplant Surgeon in Rochester, MN?
Dr. Mikel Prieto, MD is a Transplant Surgeon, who primarily practices in Rochester, MN with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Prieto graduated from Universidad de Bilbao Facultad de Medicina, Bilbao and completed his residency at Lahey Clinic, General Surgery; Univ Of Mn Med Sch, General Surgery. He is a member of the Minnesota Medical Association/Zumbro Valley. Dr. Prieto is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Prieto’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prieto’s office at (507) 284-2511.
Where did Dr. Prieto go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Research Fellowship - Transplantation Surgery, Department of Surgery: University of Minnesota Hospitals and Clinics | Fellow - Surgical Registrar/M.A.K.R. Transplant Fellow: Royal Liverpool Hospital and Medical School | Fellow - Transplant Fellow: Department of Surgery, University of Minnesota | Univeristy of Minnesota Hospitals and Clinics, Research Fellowship, Transplantation Surgery | Royal Liverpool Hospital and Medical School, Surgical Registar | University of Minnesota, Transplant Fellow
Residency: Lahey Clinic, General Surgery; Univ Of Mn Med Sch, General Surgery | University of Minnesota Program
Medical School: University De Pais Vasco- Fac De Med- Bilbao- Spain | Universidad de Bilbao Facultad de Medicina, Bilbao | UNIVERSITY DE PAIS VASCO
Is Dr. Prieto board certified as a Transplant Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Mikel Prieto, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Prieto speak?
Dr. Prieto and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Prieto typically treat?
As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Prieto 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. Prieto. 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:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Kidney Transplant Aftercare
- Kidney Transplantation
- Post-kidney transplant care
- Kidney transplant follow-up
- Renal transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
Also known as:
- Adult Polycystic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Cysts
- Polycystic kidney disease
- ADPKD
- Autosomal Dominant Polycystic Kidney Disease
- Adult PKD
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q612: Polycystic kidney, adult type
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
What procedures does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Prieto typically perform?
As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Prieto 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. Prieto. 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:
- Long-Term Central Venous Catheter Insertion
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
- Tunneled central line placement
- Central venous access device insertion
- Hickman catheter insertion
- Broviac catheter insertion
- Central Line Placement
- CVC Insertion
- Temporary Central Line
- IV Access Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36558: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump; age 5 years or older
- 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Living Donor Kidney Removal (Laparoscopic)
- Laparoscopic donor nephrectomy
- Keyhole kidney removal for donation
- Minimally invasive kidney donation surgery
CPT Codes:
- 50547: Laparoscopy, surgical; donor nephrectomy (including cold preservation), from living donor
Does Dr. Prieto accept my insurance?
Dr. Prieto accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (507) 284-2511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Prieto accept in Rochester, MN?
Dr. Prieto in Rochester, MN 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)
Federal government of the United States
HealthPartners
Marshfield Clinic Health System
Medica Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)
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Where is Dr. Prieto's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Minnesota Medical Association/Zumbro Valley
Member
What is Dr. Prieto's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Prieto's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255319513.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prieto?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prieto
What is Dr. Mikel Prieto's specialty?
Dr. Prieto is a Transplant Surgeon near Rochester, MN.
What does a Transplant Surgeon do?
A transplant surgeon specializes in replacing damaged body organs with healthy ones from donors. They are responsible to oversee the entire process, including evaluating recipients, selecting donor organs, performing surgeries, and managing postoperative care to ensure successful recovery of a patient.
Is this Dr. Mikel Prieto affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Prieto is affiliated with Froedtert West Bend 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
When to see a Transplant Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Mikel Prieto accepting new patients in Rochester, MN?
Yes, Dr. Mikel Prieto is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mikel Prieto offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Prieto's office at (507) 284-2511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mikel Prieto?
Please contact Dr. Prieto's office at (507) 284-2511 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mikel Prieto have?
Dr. Mikel Prieto is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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