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Who is Dr. Scherer, Diagnostic Radiologist in New York, NY?
Kimberly Scherer, D.O. is a radiologist specializing in Vascular and Interventional Radiology. She is an Assistant Professor of Radiology at Weill Cornell Medicine and an Assistant Attending Radiologist at the NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell Campus.?????????Dr. Scherer was recruited to join the Weill Cornell Medicine faculty after completing a fellowship in Vascular and Interventional Radiology from 2018-2019 at NewYork Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medicine. She completed her residency in Diagnostic Radiology from 2014 to 2018 at Atlantic Health System, where she served as the Chief Resident from 2017-2018. Prior to that, she completed an internship at Jefferson Health System.??????Dr. Scherer received her D.O. from Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine in 2013 and received her B.S. from Pennsylvania State University in 2007.?????????Dr. Scherer has a special interest in superficial and deep venous interventions, including treatment of spider veins, varicose veins, deep venous thrombosis and May Thurner syndrome.? ?She also has a focus on Women's Health, including Pelvic Congestion Syndrome, Uterine Fibroids and Fallopian Tube Recanalization.Dr. Scherer is a member of the following radiological societies:???? American Board of Radiology???? American College of Radiology???? American Roentgen Ray Society???? Society of Interventional Radiology??????Expertise:??????? Varicose Veins???? Endovenous Laser Ablation???? Sclerotherapy of Varicose and Spider Veins???? Venous Insufficiency????Pelvic Varicose Veins ?? Deep Vein Thrombosis ??? May Thurner Syndrome ? Pelvic Congestion Syndrome ?? Uterine Fibroids ?? Uterine Artery Embolization ?? Fallopian Tube Recanalization
WebsiteWhat languages does Dr. Scherer speak?
Dr. Scherer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Scherer treat?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Scherer 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. Scherer. 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:
- Varicose Veins
- Painful Varicose Veins
- Vulvar Varicose Veins
- Vulvar Disorder
- Spider Veins
- Venous Insufficiency
- Chronic Venous Disease
- Symptomatic Varicose Veins
- Aching Leg Veins
- Labial Varices
- Perineal Varices
- Vulvar Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83813: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with pain
- I83811: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with pain
- I83812: Varicose veins of left lower extremity with pain
- I83893: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with other complications
- I83892: Varicose veins of left lower extremity with other complications
- I83891: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with other complications
- I863: Vulval varices
Also known as:
- Pelvic and Perineal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Perineum pain
- Pelvic floor pain
- Pain in groin area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R102: Pelvic and perineal 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:
- Other Soft Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle and connective tissue problems
- Uncommon soft tissue conditions
- Various soft tissue ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders
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:
- Localized Swelling
- Edema
- Localized Edema
- Fluid Retention
- Swelling in one area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R600: Localized edema
Also known as:
- Deep Vein Thrombosis
- DVT
- Venous Thrombosis
- Leg Blood Clot
- Thrombophlebitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I82512: Chronic embolism and thrombosis of left femoral vein
Also known as:
- Bleeding After Skin Procedure
- Post-dermatology bleeding
- Skin surgery bleeding
- Bleeding after skin biopsy
ICD-10 Codes:
- L7621: Postprocedural hemorrhage of skin and subcutaneous tissue following a dermatologic procedure
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:
- Catheter Management
- Catheter adjustment
- Catheter care
- Non-vascular catheter maintenance
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4682: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of non-vascular catheter
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:
- Dialysis Catheter Management
- Dialysis
- Dialysis catheter adjustment
- Extracorporeal catheter care
- Dialysis access maintenance
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4901: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of extracorporeal dialysis catheter
Also known as:
- Uterine Fibroids
- Leiomyoma
- Fibromyoma
- Myoma
- Uterine growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- D259: Leiomyoma of uterus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fluid in Abdomen
- Liver Disease
- Ascites
- Abdominal fluid buildup
- Peritoneal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- R188: Other ascites
What procedures does Dr. Scherer perform?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Scherer 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. Scherer. 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:
- Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
- Sclerotherapy for Spider Veins
- Vein Injection Therapy
- Varicose Vein Sclerosing
- Chemical Ablation of Veins
- Spider Vein Injections
- Telangiectasia Treatment
- Cosmetic Vein Injections
CPT Codes:
- 36471: Injection of sclerosant; multiple incompetent veins (other than telangiectasia), same leg
- 36468: Injection(s) of sclerosant for spider veins (telangiectasia), limb or trunk
Also known as:
- Specialized Vein Catheter Placement
- Selective Vein Catheter Placement
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Major Vein Catheter Insertion
- Selective Venous Catheterization
- Deep Vein Catheter Insertion
- Diagnostic Vein Catheter
- Venous Catheterization
- Jugular Vein Catheter
- Renal Vein Catheter
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Catheter Insertion
- Central Venous Catheter Placement
- Vena Cava Catheterization
- IVC/SVC Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36012: Selective catheter placement, venous system; second order, or more selective, branch (eg, left adrenal vein, petrosal sinus)
- 36011: Selective catheter placement, venous system; first order branch (eg, renal vein, jugular vein)
- 36247: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial third order or more selective abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
- 36010: Introduction of catheter, superior or inferior vena cava
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:
- Long-Term Central Venous Catheter Insertion
- PICC Line Insertion (Adult/Older Child)
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
- Tunneled central line placement
- Central venous access device insertion
- Hickman catheter insertion
- Broviac catheter insertion
- Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter
- PICC Line Placement
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion
- Central Line Placement
- CVC Insertion
- Temporary Central Line
- IV Access Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36558: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump; age 5 years or older
- 36573: Insertion of peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC), without subcutaneous port or pump, including all imaging guidance, image documentation, and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation required to perform the insertion; age 5 years or older
- 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Laser Treatment for Varicose Veins
- Endovenous Laser Ablation
- Vein Laser Therapy
- Varicose Vein Laser Surgery
- Incompetent Vein Ablation
CPT Codes:
- 36478: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, laser; first vein treated
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:
- Venous Embolization
- Blood Vessel Blocking for Tumors or Organ Problems
- Vein Occlusion Procedure
- Vascular Malformation Embolization
- Varicocele Embolization
- Vascular embolization
- Artery occlusion for tumors
- Organ ischemia embolization
- Therapeutic embolization
CPT Codes:
- 37241: Vascular embolization or occlusion, inclusive of all radiological supervision and interpretation, intraprocedural roadmapping, and imaging guidance necessary to complete the intervention; venous, other than hemorrhage (eg, congenital or acquired venous malformations, venous and capillary hemangiomas, varices, varicoceles)
- 37243: Vascular embolization or occlusion, inclusive of all radiological supervision and interpretation, intraprocedural roadmapping, and imaging guidance necessary to complete the intervention; for tumors, organ ischemia, or infarction
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:
- Vein Balloon Angioplasty
- Transluminal Venous Angioplasty
- Open Vein Angioplasty
- Percutaneous Vein Angioplasty
- Vein Widening Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 37248: Transluminal balloon angioplasty (except dialysis circuit), open or percutaneous, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty within the same vein; initial vein
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:
- Vena Cava Filter Insertion
- IVC Filter Placement
- Blood Clot Filter Insertion
- Endovascular Vena Cava Filter
CPT Codes:
- 37191: Insertion of intravascular vena cava filter, endovascular approach including vascular access, vessel selection, and radiological supervision and interpretation, intraprocedural roadmapping, and imaging guidance (ultrasound and fluoroscopy), when performed
Also known as:
- Removal of Tunneled Central Venous Catheter
- Central Line Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
- Venous Access Device Removal
CPT Codes:
- 36589: Removal of tunneled central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump
Also known as:
- Blood Vessel Embolization for Bleeding
- Artery Occlusion
- Vein Embolization
- Lymphatic Leak Repair
CPT Codes:
- 37244: Vascular embolization or occlusion, inclusive of all radiological supervision and interpretation, intraprocedural roadmapping, and imaging guidance necessary to complete the intervention; for arterial or venous hemorrhage or lymphatic extravasation
Also known as:
- Vein Blood Clot Removal (Mechanical)
- Mechanical Thrombectomy (Vein)
- Percutaneous Vein Clot Removal
- Catheter-Based Vein Thrombectomy
CPT Codes:
- 37187: Percutaneous transluminal mechanical thrombectomy, vein(s), including intraprocedural pharmacological thrombolytic injections and fluoroscopic guidance
Also known as:
- Draining a Lump or Collection of Fluid
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Image-Guided Abdominal Fluid Drainage
- Abscess Aspiration
- Cyst Drainage
- Hematoma Puncture
- Bulla Aspiration
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
- Percutaneous fluid drainage
- Abscess drainage with imaging
- Peritoneal fluid aspiration
CPT Codes:
- 10160: Puncture aspiration of abscess, hematoma, bulla, or cyst
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
- 49406: Image-guided fluid collection drainage by catheter (eg, abscess, hematoma, seroma, lymphocele, cyst); peritoneal or retroperitoneal, percutaneous
Also known as:
- Contrast Injection for Abscess/Cyst Assessment
- Drainage Catheter Contrast Study
- Abscess Imaging
- Cystogram via Drain
CPT Codes:
- 49424: Contrast injection for assessment of abscess or cyst via previously placed drainage catheter or tube (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Needle Biopsy of Abdominal or Pelvic Mass
- Percutaneous Abdominal Biopsy
- Retroperitoneal Mass Biopsy
- Abdominal Needle Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 49180: Biopsy, abdominal or retroperitoneal mass, percutaneous needle
Also known as:
- Gastro-Jejunostomy Tube Replacement
- Percutaneous GJ Tube Replacement
- Feeding Tube Change (GJ)
- GJ Tube Exchange
CPT Codes:
- 49452: Replacement of gastro-jejunostomy tube, percutaneous, under fluoroscopic guidance including contrast injection(s), image documentation and report
Also known as:
- Biliary Drainage Catheter Exchange
- Percutaneous Biliary Catheter Exchange
- Bile Duct Drain Change
- Biliary Drain Replacement
- Bile Duct Catheter Swap
CPT Codes:
- 47536: Exchange of biliary drainage catheter (eg, external, internal-external, or conversion of internal-external to external only), percutaneous, including diagnostic cholangiography when performed, imaging guidance (eg, fluoroscopy), and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation
Also known as:
- Abscess or Cyst Drain Catheter Change
- Abscess Drainage Catheter Exchange
- Cyst Drain Replacement
- Radiologically Guided Catheter Change
CPT Codes:
- 49423: Exchange of previously placed abscess or cyst drainage catheter under radiological guidance (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Lung or Chest Biopsy
- Liver Biopsy (Needle)
- Kidney Biopsy
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Muscle Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- Percutaneous lung biopsy
- Mediastinum core needle biopsy
- Image-guided lung biopsy
- Percutaneous liver biopsy
- Needle liver sample
- Liver tissue biopsy
- Liver needle aspiration
- Renal biopsy
- Percutaneous kidney biopsy
- Needle kidney biopsy
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
- Percutaneous Muscle Biopsy
- Muscle Tissue Sample
CPT Codes:
- 32408: Core needle biopsy, lung or mediastinum, percutaneous, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous
- 50200: Renal biopsy; percutaneous, by trocar or needle
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
- 20206: Biopsy, muscle, percutaneous needle
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:
- Kidney Drainage Tube Placement
- Percutaneous Nephrostomy
- Nephrostomy Catheter Insertion
- Kidney Drainage Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 50432: Placement of 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:
- Ureteral Stent or Tube Change (Ileal Conduit)
- Ureterostomy Tube Replacement
- Ileal Conduit Stent Change
- Urinary Diversion Tube Change
CPT Codes:
- 50688: Change of ureterostomy tube or externally accessible ureteral stent via ileal conduit
Also known as:
- Superficial Lymph Node Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Needle Lymph Node Biopsy
- Cervical Lymph Node Biopsy
- Inguinal Lymph Node Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 38505: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); by needle, superficial (eg, cervical, inguinal, axillary)
Also known as:
- Bone Marrow Aspiration
- Bone Marrow Tests
- Bone Marrow Biopsy
- Marrow Aspiration
- Diagnostic Bone Marrow Test
- Bone Marrow Sample
CPT Codes:
- 38220: Diagnostic bone marrow; aspiration(s)
Also known as:
- Lung Fluid Drainage with Catheter
- Percutaneous Pleural Drainage
- Chest Tube Insertion
- Imaging-Guided Pleural Drain
CPT Codes:
- 32557: Pleural drainage, percutaneous, with insertion of indwelling catheter; with imaging guidance
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Dr. Scherer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
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Where is Dr. Scherer's office located?
Interventional Radiology
1283 York Avenue
5th Floor
New York, NY 10065
(917) 300-0553
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Office Experience
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What is Dr. Kimberly Scherer's specialty?
Dr. Scherer is a Diagnostic Radiologist near New York, NY. A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions. Contact Dr. Scherer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kimberly Scherer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Scherer is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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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