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Dr. Steven Steele, MD

Vascular Surgeon

Corpus Christi, TX

46 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Steele, Vascular Surgeon in Corpus Christi, TX?

    Dr. Steven Steele, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Corpus Christi, TX. He has been practicing for over 46 years and is board certified. Dr. Steele completed his residency at Wilford Hall Med Ctr Aetc, General Surgery. Dr. Steele is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Steele’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Steele’s office at (361) 851-0110.

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

    • Residency: Wilford Hall Med Ctr Aetc, General Surgery

    • Medical School: University of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx

    Is Dr. Steele board certified as a Vascular Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Steven Steele, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Steele speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Steele typically treat?

    As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Steele 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. Steele. 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:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
    • Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
    • CKD
    • Long-Term Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
    • N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    What procedures does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Steele typically perform?

    As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Steele 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. Steele. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Arm Artery Aneurysm Repair
    • Fistula Ligation or Banding
    • Axillary-Brachial Artery Repair
    • Arm Artery Graft Surgery
    • Aneurysm Excision with Graft (Arm)
    • AV Fistula Closure
    • Fistula Banding
    • Angioaccess Revision

    CPT Codes:

    • 35011: Direct repair of aneurysm, pseudoaneurysm, or excision (partial or total) and graft insertion, with or without patch graft; for aneurysm and associated occlusive disease, axillary-brachial artery, by arm incision
    • 37607: Ligation or banding of angioaccess arteriovenous fistula

    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:

    • Basilic Vein Transposition for Dialysis Access
    • AV Fistula Creation
    • Basilic Vein Fistula
    • Dialysis Access Fistula
    • Upper Arm AV Fistula

    CPT Codes:

    • 36819: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; by upper arm basilic vein transposition

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Intraperitoneal Catheter Insertion
    • Tunneled Peritoneal Catheter Placement
    • Laparoscopic Abdominal Catheter
    • Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter Insertion

    CPT Codes:

    • 49324: Laparoscopy, surgical; with insertion of tunneled intraperitoneal catheter

    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

    Does Dr. Steele accept my insurance?

    Dr. Steele accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (361) 851-0110 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Steele accept in Corpus Christi, TX?

    Dr. Steele in Corpus Christi, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Christus Health

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Texas

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Steele's office located?

    Dr. Steven Steele's Primary Practice

    1224 3rd St Ste 4

    Corpus Christi, TX 78404

    (361) 851-0110

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    What hospitals are Dr. Steele affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Steele has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Corpus Christi Medical Center Bay Area,Corpus Christi, TX
    Christus Spohn Hospital - Kleberg,Kingsville, TX

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

    Dr. Steele's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033111885.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Steele?

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

    What is Dr. Steven Steele's specialty?

    Dr. Steele is a Vascular Surgeon near Corpus Christi, TX.

    What does a Vascular Surgeon do?

    A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels.

    Is Dr. Steven Steele affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Steele is affiliated with Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline, Christus St. Michael Health System 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 Dr. Steven Steele accepting new patients in Corpus Christi, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Steven Steele is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Steven Steele offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Steele's office at (361) 851-0110 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Steven Steele?

    Please contact Dr. Steele's office at (361) 851-0110 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Steele's office located?

    Dr. Steele's office is located in Corpus Christi, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Steven Steele have?

    Dr. Steven Steele is certified by the American Board of Surgery.