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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Colon, Thoracic Surgeon in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Modesto Colon, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Colon is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Colon’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Colon’s office at (602) 253-9168.
What languages does Dr. Colon speak?
Dr. Colon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Colon treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Colon 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. Colon. 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Unstable Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
- Unstable Chest Pain
- Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
- I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris
- I25119: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unspecified angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Narrowed Mitral Valve
- Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Leaky aortic valve
- Aortic regurgitation
- Mitral Valve Stenosis
- Tight Mitral Valve
- Leaky tricuspid valve
- Tricuspid regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
- I342: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) stenosis
- I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
- Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Bulging Ascending Aorta
- Weakened Ascending Aorta
- Ascending Aorta Dilation
- Chest Aortic Aneurysm
- Bulging Thoracic Aorta
- Weakened Thoracic Aorta
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture
- I7120: Thoracic aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Infection of Cardiac or Vascular Device
- Infected Cardiovascular Implant
- Heart Device Infection
- Vascular Graft Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- T827XXA: Infection and inflammatory reaction due to other cardiac and vascular devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Infective Endocarditis
- Endocarditis
- Heart valve infection
- Bacterial endocarditis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I330: Acute and subacute infective endocarditis
Which procedures does Dr. Colon perform as a Thoracic Surgeon?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Modesto Colon may include:
- Aortic Stent Grafts
- Arteriovenous Graft Placement
- Atherectomy
- Carotid Surgery
- Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR)
- Endovenous Laser Treatment of Varicose Veins
- Limb Salvage Surgery
- Mediastinal Adenopathy Surgery
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Colon's office.
Does Dr. Colon accept my insurance?
Dr. Colon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 253-9168 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Colon accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Colon in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Colon's office located?
Dr. Modesto Colon's Primary Practice
3131 E Clarendon Ave Ste 102
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(602) 253-9168
What is Dr. Colon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Colon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083873574.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Colon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Colon
What is Dr. Modesto Colon's specialty?
Dr. Colon is a Thoracic Surgeon near Phoenix, AZ. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Colon to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Modesto Colon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Colon is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix, Banner Estrella Medical Center 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 Modesto Colon accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Modesto Colon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Modesto Colon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Colon's office at (602) 253-9168 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Modesto Colon?
Please contact Dr. Colon's office at (602) 253-9168 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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