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Dr. Sheila Blumberg, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Blumberg, Vascular Surgeon in New York, NY?

    Dr. Sheila Blumberg, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Blumberg is fluent in English, French, and Swahili, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blumberg’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blumberg’s office at (212) 686-7500.

    What languages does Dr. Blumberg speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    • Swahili

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

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

    • Varicose Veins
    • Spider Veins
    • Venous Insufficiency
    • Chronic Venous Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I83893: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with other complications
    • I83813: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with pain

    Also known as:

    • Vein Compression
    • Vascular Disease
    • Venous Compression Syndrome
    • Pinched Vein
    • Vein Entrapment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I871: Compression of vein

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R600: Localized edema

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

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

    • 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)
    • Intravascular Ultrasound (Additional Non-Coronary Vessel)
    • IVUS (Non-Coronary)
    • Vessel Ultrasound
    • Internal Artery Ultrasound
    • IVUS for Blood Vessels
    • Non-Coronary Vessel Ultrasound
    • Internal Blood Vessel Imaging

    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)
    • 37253: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; each additional noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Varicose Vein Removal (Multiple Incisions)
    • Foam Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
    • Stab Phlebectomy
    • Microphlebectomy
    • Varicose Vein Excision
    • Varicose vein foam injection
    • Ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy
    • Saphenous vein treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 37766: Stab phlebectomy of varicose veins, 1 extremity; more than 20 incisions
    • 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)

    Also known as:

    • Vein Stent Placement
    • Transcatheter Vein Stenting
    • Intravascular Vein Stent
    • Percutaneous Vein Angioplasty and Stent

    CPT Codes:

    • 37238: Transcatheter placement of an intravascular stent(s), open or percutaneous, including radiological supervision and interpretation and including angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed; initial vein

    Also known as:

    • Varicose Vein Removal (Stab Phlebectomy)
    • Microphlebectomy
    • Ambulatory Phlebectomy
    • Stab Incision Vein Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 37765: Stab phlebectomy of varicose veins, 1 extremity; 10-20 stab incisions

    Also known as:

    • Additional Vein Stent Placement
    • Intravascular Vein Stent
    • Percutaneous Vein Stenting
    • Venous Stent Insertion

    CPT Codes:

    • 37239: Transcatheter placement of an intravascular stent(s), open or percutaneous, including radiological supervision and interpretation and including angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed; each additional vein (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Blumberg accept my insurance?

    Dr. Blumberg accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 686-7500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Blumberg accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Blumberg in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centers Plan For Healthy Living

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • H & R Block

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Blumberg's office located?

    Dr. Sheila Blumberg's Primary Practice

    550 1st Ave

    New York, NY 10016

    (212) 686-7500

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    Dr. Sheila Blumberg's Practice 2

    1220 Avenue P

    Brooklyn, NY 11229

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    Dr. Sheila Blumberg's Practice 3

    423 E 23rd St

    New York, NY 10010

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

    Dr. Blumberg's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144425901.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blumberg?

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

    What is Dr. Sheila Blumberg's specialty?

    Dr. Blumberg is a Vascular Surgeon near New York, NY.

    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. Sheila Blumberg affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Blumberg is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Richmond University 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

    When to see a Vascular Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Sheila Blumberg accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Sheila Blumberg is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sheila Blumberg offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Blumberg's office at (212) 686-7500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sheila Blumberg?

    Please contact Dr. Blumberg's office at (212) 686-7500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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