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16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bezdikian, Anesthesiologist in Santa Cruz, CA?
Dr. Vatche Bezdikian, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Santa Cruz, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Bezdikian is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bezdikian’s office at (503) 299-9906.
Is Dr. Bezdikian board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Vatche Bezdikian, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Bezdikian speak?
Dr. Bezdikian and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Bezdikian typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Bezdikian 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. Bezdikian. 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:
- Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
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:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Bezdikian typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Bezdikian 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. Bezdikian. 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:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Bezdikian accept my insurance?
Dr. Bezdikian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 299-9906 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bezdikian accept in Santa Cruz, CA?
Dr. Bezdikian in Santa Cruz, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Centene Corporation
Commonwealth Care Alliance
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Not Specified
Santa Cruz County
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Bezdikian's office located?
Dr. Vatche Bezdikian's Primary Practice
2900 Chanticleer Ave
Santa Cruz, CA 95065
(503) 299-9906
What is Dr. Bezdikian's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bezdikian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679787295.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bezdikian?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bezdikian
What is Dr. Vatche Bezdikian's specialty?
Dr. Bezdikian is a Anesthesiologist near Santa Cruz, CA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Vatche Bezdikian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bezdikian is affiliated with Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Sutter Maternity & Surgery Center Of Santa Cruz 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 Vatche Bezdikian accepting new patients in Santa Cruz, CA?
Yes, Dr. Vatche Bezdikian is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vatche Bezdikian offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bezdikian's office at (503) 299-9906 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vatche Bezdikian?
Please contact Dr. Bezdikian's office at (503) 299-9906 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vatche Bezdikian have?
Dr. Vatche Bezdikian is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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