Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Westerband, Vascular Surgeon in Scottsdale, AZ?
Dr. Alex Westerband, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Scottsdale, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Westerband completed his residency at Univ Of Az Coll Of Med, Vascular Surgery; Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, General Surgery; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Westerband is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Westerband’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Westerband’s office at (602) 266-2200.
Where did Dr. Westerband go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Az Coll Of Med, Vascular Surgery; Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, General Surgery; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, General Surgery | Case Western Reserve University Hospitals
Medical School: Faculte De Medecine Et De Pharmacie, Universite D',Etat D',Haiti
Is Dr. Westerband board certified as a Vascular Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Alex Westerband, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Westerband speak?
Dr. Westerband and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Westerband typically treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Westerband 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. Westerband. 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:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Varicose Veins
- Spider Veins
- Venous Insufficiency
- Chronic Venous Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83893: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with other complications
- I83891: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with other complications
- I83892: Varicose veins of left lower extremity with other complications
- I83813: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with pain
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Westerband typically perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Westerband 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. Westerband. 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:
- Foam Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
- Laser Treatment for Varicose Veins
- Varicose vein foam injection
- Ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy
- Saphenous vein treatment
- Endovenous Laser Ablation
- Vein Laser Therapy
- Varicose Vein Laser Surgery
- Incompetent Vein Ablation
CPT Codes:
- 36465: Injection of non-compounded foam sclerosant with ultrasound compression maneuvers to guide dispersion of the injectate, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring; single incompetent extremity truncal vein (eg, great saphenous vein, accessory saphenous vein)
- 36478: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, laser; first vein treated
Also known as:
- Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
- Vein Injection Therapy
- Varicose Vein Sclerosing
- Chemical Ablation of Veins
CPT Codes:
- 36471: Injection of sclerosant; multiple incompetent veins (other than telangiectasia), same leg
Also known as:
- Radiofrequency Vein Ablation
- Endovenous Radiofrequency Ablation
- RF Ablation for Varicose Veins
- Vein Closure Procedure
- Varicose Vein Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36475: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, radiofrequency; first vein treated
Also known as:
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Non-Heart Vessels)
- IVUS (Non-Coronary)
- Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Artery Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 37252: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; initial noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Westerband accept my insurance?
Dr. Westerband accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 266-2200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Westerband accept in Scottsdale, AZ?
Dr. Westerband in Scottsdale, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Westerband's office located?
Dr. Alex Westerband's Primary Practice
7351 E Osborn Rd Ste 100
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(602) 266-2200
What is Dr. Westerband's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Westerband's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295849099.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Westerband?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Westerband
What is Dr. Alex Westerband's specialty?
Dr. Westerband is a Vascular Surgeon near Scottsdale, AZ.
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. Alex Westerband affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Westerband is affiliated with Honorhealth Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center, Honorhealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center, Honorhealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center, Honorhealth Scottsdale Thompson Peak 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 Alex Westerband accepting new patients in Scottsdale, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Alex Westerband is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alex Westerband offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Westerband's office at (602) 266-2200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alex Westerband?
Please contact Dr. Westerband's office at (602) 266-2200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alex Westerband have?
Dr. Alex Westerband is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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