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Dr. Morgan Althoen, MD

Dr. Morgan Althoen, MD

Duluth, MN

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Althoen, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in Duluth, MN?

    Dr. Morgan Althoen, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in Duluth, MN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Althoen completed his residency at Univ Of Mn Med Sch, General Surgery. He is a member of the American College of Radiology, Radiological Society of America, Minnesota Medical Association, and Minnesota Medical Association/Twin Cities. Dr. Althoen is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Althoen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Althoen’s office at (612) 573-2200.

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

    • Fellowship: Univeristy of Washington Medical, Vascular & Interventional Radiology

    • Residency: Univ Of Mn Med Sch, General Surgery | Mercy Catholic Medical Center | Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center | Mercy Catholic Medical Center | Mercy Catholic Medical, Diagnostic Radiology | Dartmouth Medical School Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical School: University of Mi Med Sch, Ann Arbor Mi

    Is Dr. Althoen board certified as a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Morgan Althoen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology

    What languages does Dr. Althoen speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    What conditions does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Althoen typically treat?

    As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Althoen 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. Althoen. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-cardiac surgery care
    • Vascular surgery aftercare
    • Heart surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system

    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:

    • Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Heart Disease Screening
    • Vascular Disease Check
    • Cardiac Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders

    Also known as:

    • Vascular Access Device Management
    • Vascular Access Care
    • Port Management
    • Catheter Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device

    Also known as:

    • Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
    • Aortic Aneurysm
    • Bulging Ascending Aorta
    • Weakened Ascending Aorta
    • Ascending Aorta Dilation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Localized Swelling
    • Edema
    • Localized Edema
    • Fluid Retention
    • Swelling in one area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R600: Localized edema

    What procedures does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Althoen typically perform?

    As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Althoen 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. Althoen. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
    • Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
    • Subcutaneous port placement
    • Central line with port

    CPT Codes:

    • 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older

    Also known as:

    • Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
    • Central Line Explant
    • Port-a-Cath Removal
    • Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
    • Tunneled Catheter Extraction

    CPT Codes:

    • 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion

    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:

    • Lung or Chest Biopsy
    • Kidney Biopsy
    • Liver Biopsy (Needle)
    • Biopsy
    • Percutaneous lung biopsy
    • Mediastinum core needle biopsy
    • Image-guided lung biopsy
    • Renal biopsy
    • Percutaneous kidney biopsy
    • Needle kidney biopsy
    • Percutaneous liver biopsy
    • Needle liver sample
    • Liver tissue biopsy
    • Liver needle aspiration

    CPT Codes:

    • 32408: Core needle biopsy, lung or mediastinum, percutaneous, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 50200: Renal biopsy; percutaneous, by trocar or needle
    • 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous

    Also known as:

    • Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
    • Biopsy
    • Bone Marrow Tests
    • Bone Marrow Exam
    • Bone Marrow Sample Collection
    • Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)

    Also known as:

    • Exchange of Kidney Drainage Catheter
    • Nephrostomy tube exchange
    • Percutaneous nephrostomy catheter change
    • Kidney drainage tube replacement
    • Nephrostogram with catheter exchange

    CPT Codes:

    • 50435: Exchange nephrostomy catheter, percutaneous, including diagnostic nephrostogram and/or ureterogram when performed, imaging guidance (eg, ultrasound and/or fluoroscopy) and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
    • TFESI (Lumbar)
    • Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
    • Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging

    CPT Codes:

    • 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level

    Does Dr. Althoen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Althoen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (612) 573-2200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Althoen accept in Duluth, MN?

    Dr. Althoen in Duluth, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • HealthPartners

    • Humana

    • Marshfield Clinic Health System

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Althoen's office located?

    Dr. Morgan Althoen's Primary Practice

    915 E 1st St

    Duluth, MN 55805

    (612) 573-2200

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    Dr. Morgan Althoen's Practice 2

    325 11th Ave

    Two Harbors, MN 55616

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    Dr. Morgan Althoen's Practice 3

    1601 Golf Course Rd

    Grand Rapids, MN 55744

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American College of Radiology

    Member

    Radiological Society of America

    Member

    Minnesota Medical Association

    Member

    Minnesota Medical Association/Twin Cities

    Member

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

    Dr. Althoen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851304158.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Althoen?

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

    What is Dr. Morgan Althoen's specialty?

    Dr. Althoen is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near Duluth, MN.

    What does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist do?

    A vascular and interventional radiologist is responsible to diagnose and treat diseases using various imaging modalities, including fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography, and magnetic resonance imaging.

    Is this Dr. Morgan Althoen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Althoen is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: St. Lukes Hospital - Duluth, Fairview Range Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Morgan Althoen accepting new patients in Duluth, MN?

    Yes, Dr. Morgan Althoen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Morgan Althoen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Althoen's office at (612) 573-2200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Morgan Althoen?

    Please contact Dr. Althoen's office at (612) 573-2200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Morgan Althoen have?

    Dr. Morgan Althoen is certified by the American Board of Radiology.

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