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Who is Dr. Farivar, Vascular Surgeon in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Behzad Farivar, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Charlottesville, VA. Dr. Farivar graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond. Dr. Farivar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Farivar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Farivar’s office at (434) 243-1000.
Where did Dr. Farivar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond | Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond
What languages does Dr. Farivar speak?
Dr. Farivar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Farivar typically treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Farivar 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. Farivar. 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:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
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:
- Abnormal Limb Imaging
- Abnormal arm scan
- Unusual leg imaging
- Limb scan findings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R936: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of limbs
Also known as:
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- AAA
- Aorta Bulge
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7143: Infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture
What procedures does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Farivar typically perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Farivar 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. Farivar. 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:
- Femoral Artery Access for Endograft
- Percutaneous Femoral Access
- Endograft Delivery Access
- Artery Closure Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 34713: Percutaneous access and closure of femoral artery for delivery of endograft through a large sheath (12 French or larger), including ultrasound guidance, when performed, unilateral (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Artery Stent Placement (Non-Coronary/Carotid/Leg)
- Intravascular Stent Insertion
- Transcatheter Stenting
- Peripheral Artery Stent
CPT Codes:
- 37236: Transcatheter placement of an intravascular stent(s) (except lower extremity artery(s) for occlusive disease, cervical carotid, extracranial vertebral or intrathoracic carotid, intracranial, or coronary), open or percutaneous, including radiological supervision and interpretation and including all angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed; initial artery
Also known as:
- Endovascular Aortic Aneurysm Repair
- Iliofemoral Artery Blood Clot Removal
- EVAR
- Aortic Stent Placement
- Aortic Aneurysm Repair
- Minimally Invasive Aorta Repair
- Iliofemoral Thromboendarterectomy
- Leg Artery Plaque Removal
- Groin Artery Cleaning
- Iliofemoral Patch Graft
CPT Codes:
- 34705: Endovascular repair of infrarenal aorta and/or iliac artery(ies) by deployment of an aorto-bi-iliac endograft including pre-procedure sizing and device selection, all nonselective catheterization(s), all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, all endograft extension(s) placed in the aorta from the level of the renal arteries to the iliac bifurcation, and all angioplasty/stenting performed from the level of the renal arteries to the iliac bifurcation; for other than rupture (eg, for aneurysm, pseudoaneurysm, dissection, penetrating ulcer)
- 35355: Thromboendarterectomy, including patch graft, if performed; iliofemoral
Also known as:
- Iliac Artery Stent Placement
- Endovascular iliac artery stenting
- Iliac artery angioplasty with stent
- Pelvic artery revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 37221: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, iliac artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with transluminal stent placement(s), includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
Also known as:
- Artery Catheter Placement
- Selective Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Artery Catheter
- Abdominal Artery Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36245: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; each first order abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
Also known as:
- Artery Blocking Procedure
- Vascular Occlusion
- Arterial Embolization
- Blood Vessel Coiling
- AVM Embolization
CPT Codes:
- 37242: Vascular embolization or occlusion, inclusive of all radiological supervision and interpretation, intraprocedural roadmapping, and imaging guidance necessary to complete the intervention; arterial, other than hemorrhage or tumor (eg, congenital or acquired arterial malformations, arteriovenous malformations, arteriovenous fistulas, aneurysms, pseudoaneurysms)
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Does Dr. Farivar accept my insurance?
Dr. Farivar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (434) 243-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Farivar accept in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Farivar in Charlottesville, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Farivar's office located?
Dr. Behzad Farivar's Primary Practice
1215 Lee St
Charlottesville, VA 22908
(434) 243-1000
What is Dr. Farivar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Farivar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639339351.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Farivar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Farivar
What is Dr. Behzad Farivar's specialty?
Dr. Farivar is a Vascular Surgeon near Charlottesville, VA.
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 this Dr. Behzad Farivar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Farivar is affiliated with Uva University Hospital, Sentara Rmh Medical Center, Prince William 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 Behzad Farivar accepting new patients in Charlottesville, VA?
Yes, Dr. Behzad Farivar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Behzad Farivar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Farivar's office at (434) 243-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Behzad Farivar?
Please contact Dr. Farivar's office at (434) 243-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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