Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vasquez, Vascular Surgeon in Bloomington, IN?
Dr. Ricardo Vasquez, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Bloomington, IN. He is board certified. Dr. Vasquez completed his residency at Mount Sinai School of Medicine-New York/Cabrini Program. He is a member of the Society of Vascular Surgery, Midwestern Vascular Surgery, and The Vascular Center and Vein Clinic of Southern Indiana. Dr. Vasquez is fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vasquez’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vasquez’s office at (812) 336-6008.
Where did Dr. Vasquez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Boston University Medical Center
Residency: Mount Sinai School of Medicine-New York/Cabrini Program
Medical School: University of California (Davis) Program | University of Iowa College of Medicine
Is Dr. Vasquez board certified as a Vascular Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Ricardo Vasquez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery since 2004, American Board of Surgery since 2007, American Board of Surgery since 2015, American Board of Surgery since 2018
What languages does Dr. Vasquez speak?
Dr. Vasquez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Vasquez treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Vasquez 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. Vasquez. 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:
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Bilateral leg claudication
- PAD both legs pain with activity
- Both legs artery pain when walking
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs
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:
- Right Lower Leg Pain
- Left Lower Leg Pain
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Ache in right lower leg
- Right lower leg discomfort
- Sore right lower leg
- Ache in left lower leg
- Left lower leg discomfort
- Sore left lower leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79661: Pain in right lower leg
- M79662: Pain in left lower leg
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:
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- AAA
- Aorta Bulge
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7143: Infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture
Also known as:
- Varicose Veins in Right Leg with Inflammation
- Varicose Veins
- Inflamed Varicose Veins
- Phlebitis of Varicose Veins
- Venous Insufficiency with Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I8311: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with inflammation
What procedures does Dr. Vasquez perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Vasquez 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. Vasquez. 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:
- Foam Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
- Varicose Vein Removal (Multiple Incisions)
- Varicose vein foam injection
- Ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy
- Saphenous vein treatment
- Stab Phlebectomy
- Microphlebectomy
- Varicose Vein Excision
CPT Codes:
- 36465: Injection of non-compounded foam sclerosant with ultrasound compression maneuvers to guide dispersion of the injectate, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring; single incompetent extremity truncal vein (eg, great saphenous vein, accessory saphenous vein)
- 37766: Stab phlebectomy of varicose veins, 1 extremity; more than 20 incisions
Also known as:
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Non-Heart Vessels)
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Additional Non-Coronary Vessel)
- IVUS (Non-Coronary)
- Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Artery Ultrasound
- IVUS for Blood Vessels
- Non-Coronary Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Blood Vessel Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 37252: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; initial noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 37253: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; each additional noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Revascularization with Atherectomy and Angioplasty
- Leg Artery Revascularization with Stent and Atherectomy
- Tibial Artery Revascularization
- Peroneal Artery Revascularization
- Leg Artery Plaque Removal
- Peripheral Artery Disease Treatment
- Femoral artery revascularization
- Popliteal artery revascularization
- Leg artery stenting and atherectomy
- Endovascular leg artery repair
CPT Codes:
- 37229: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, tibial, peroneal artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
- 37227: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal stent placement(s) and atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
Also known as:
- Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
- Vein Injection Therapy
- Varicose Vein Sclerosing
- Chemical Ablation of Veins
CPT Codes:
- 36471: Injection of sclerosant; multiple incompetent veins (other than telangiectasia), same leg
Also known as:
- Catheter Placement in Aorta
- Aortic catheterization
- Aorta access procedure
- Main artery catheter insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36200: Introduction of catheter, aorta
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Unblocking with Atherectomy and Angioplasty
- Femoral Artery Revascularization
- Popliteal Artery Atherectomy
- Leg Artery Angioplasty
- Peripheral Artery Disease Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 37225: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
Also known as:
- Creation of AV Fistula with Graft for Dialysis
- Arteriovenous Fistula Creation (Graft)
- Dialysis Access Graft
- Non-Autogenous AV Fistula
- Synthetic Graft for Dialysis
CPT Codes:
- 36830: Creation of arteriovenous fistula by other than direct arteriovenous anastomosis (separate procedure); nonautogenous graft (eg, biological collagen, thermoplastic graft)
Also known as:
- Dialysis Circuit Angioplasty with Balloon
- Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
- Dialysis Graft Angioplasty
- Peripheral Dialysis Segment Angioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 36902: Introduction of needle(s) and/or catheter(s), dialysis circuit, with diagnostic angiography of the dialysis circuit, including all direct puncture(s) and catheter placement(s), injection(s) of contrast, all necessary imaging from the arterial anastomosis and adjacent artery through entire venous outflow including the inferior or superior vena cava, fluoroscopic guidance, radiological supervision and interpretation and image documentation and report; with transluminal balloon angioplasty, peripheral dialysis segment, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Stent Placement
- Neck artery stenting
- Carotid angioplasty with stent
- Transcatheter carotid stent
CPT Codes:
- 37215: Transcatheter placement of intravascular stent(s), cervical carotid artery, open or percutaneous, including angioplasty, when performed, and radiological supervision and interpretation; with distal embolic protection
Also known as:
- Arteriovenous Fistula Creation
- AV Fistula Surgery
- Cimino Fistula
- Vascular Access for Dialysis
CPT Codes:
- 36821: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; direct, any site (eg, Cimino type) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Long-Term Central Venous Catheter Insertion
- Tunneled central line placement
- Central venous access device insertion
- Hickman catheter insertion
- Broviac catheter insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36558: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Removal of Tunneled Central Venous Catheter
- Central Line Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
- Venous Access Device Removal
CPT Codes:
- 36589: Removal of tunneled central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump
Also known as:
- Revision of Arteriovenous (AV) Fistula
- AV fistula repair
- Dialysis graft revision
- Open AV fistula revision
CPT Codes:
- 36832: Revision, open, arteriovenous fistula; without thrombectomy, autogenous or nonautogenous dialysis graft (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Radiofrequency Vein Ablation
- Endovenous Radiofrequency Ablation
- RF Ablation for Varicose Veins
- Vein Closure Procedure
- Varicose Vein Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36475: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, radiofrequency; first vein treated
Also known as:
- Temporal Artery Biopsy or Ligation
- Head Artery Biopsy
- Giant Cell Arteritis Biopsy
- Temporal Artery Tie-Off
CPT Codes:
- 37609: Ligation or biopsy, temporal artery
Does Dr. Vasquez accept my insurance?
Dr. Vasquez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (812) 336-6008 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vasquez accept in Bloomington, IN?
Dr. Vasquez in Bloomington, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Nevada
Sterling Jewelers
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Vasquez's office located?
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 26 reviews
Office Experience
99% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
97% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
88% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
99% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Ricardo Vasquez an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Vasquez has been rated and reviewed by 26 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Vasquez, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
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Memberships & Associations
Society of Vascular Surgery
Member
2001 - 2019
Midwestern Vascular Surgery
Executive Committee/Member
2007 - 2019
The Vascular Center and Vein Clinic of Southern Indiana
Vascular Surgeon
2007 - 2019
What is Dr. Vasquez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vasquez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689622573.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vasquez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vasquez
What is Dr. Ricardo Vasquez's specialty?
Dr. Vasquez is a Vascular Surgeon near Bloomington, IN. A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. Contact Dr. Vasquez to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ricardo Vasquez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vasquez is affiliated with Columbus Regional Hospital, Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center, IU Health Bloomington Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital - Vincennes, IN which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Ricardo Vasquez accepting new patients in Bloomington, IN?
Yes, Dr. Ricardo Vasquez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ricardo Vasquez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vasquez's office at (812) 336-6008 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ricardo Vasquez?
Please contact Dr. Vasquez's office at (812) 336-6008 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ricardo Vasquez have?
Dr. Ricardo Vasquez is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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