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36 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Pliagas, Vascular Surgeon in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. George Pliagas, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Las Vegas, NV. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Pliagas is fluent in English and Greek, Modern (1453-), and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pliagas’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pliagas’s office at (702) 878-8346.
Where did Dr. Pliagas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Patras, Med Sch, Patras, Greece
Is Dr. Pliagas board certified as a Vascular Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. George Pliagas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Pliagas speak?
Dr. Pliagas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Greek, Modern (1453-)
What conditions does Dr. Pliagas treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Pliagas 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. Pliagas. 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
- Spider Veins
- Venous Insufficiency
- Chronic Venous Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83813: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with pain
- I83893: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with other complications
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Right Leg Pain at Rest
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
- Bilateral leg claudication
- PAD both legs pain with activity
- Both legs artery pain when walking
- PAD right leg pain at rest
- Critical limb ischemia right leg
- Severe right leg artery pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
- I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs
- I70221: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with rest pain, right leg
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:
- Hardening of Right Leg Arteries with Foot Ulcer
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- PAD with foot wound
- Right leg artery disease with foot ulcer
- Vascular ulcer on foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70235: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of right leg with ulceration of other part of foot
What procedures does Dr. Pliagas perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Pliagas 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. Pliagas. 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:
- 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:
- Leg Artery Revascularization with Atherectomy and Angioplasty
- Leg Artery Revascularization with Stent and Atherectomy
- Iliac Artery Blood Flow Restoration with Balloon Angioplasty
- Tibial Artery Revascularization
- Peroneal Artery Revascularization
- Leg Artery Plaque Removal
- Peripheral Artery Disease Treatment
- Femoral artery revascularization
- Popliteal artery revascularization
- Leg artery stenting and atherectomy
- Endovascular leg artery repair
- Iliac Artery Angioplasty
- Endovascular Iliac Revascularization
- Pelvic Artery Widening
CPT Codes:
- 37229: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, tibial, peroneal artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
- 37227: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal stent placement(s) and atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
- 37220: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, iliac artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with transluminal angioplasty
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:
- Leg Artery Unblocking with Atherectomy and Angioplasty
- Femoral Artery Revascularization
- Popliteal Artery Atherectomy
- Leg Artery Angioplasty
- Peripheral Artery Disease Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 37225: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Angioplasty
- Tibial Artery Angioplasty
- Peroneal Artery Angioplasty
- Leg Artery Revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 37228: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, tibial, peroneal artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with transluminal angioplasty
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Angioplasty (Additional Vessel)
- Tibial Artery Revascularization
- Peroneal Artery Angioplasty
- Endovascular Leg Artery Repair
CPT Codes:
- 37232: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, tibial/peroneal artery, unilateral, each additional vessel; with transluminal angioplasty (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Pliagas accept my insurance?
Dr. Pliagas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (702) 878-8346 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pliagas accept in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Pliagas in Las Vegas, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Humana
Medicare
State of Nevada
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Pliagas' office located?
Dr. George Pliagas' Primary Practice
4275 Burnham Ave Ste 102
Las Vegas, NV 89119
(702) 878-8346
What is Dr. Pliagas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pliagas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356458319.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pliagas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pliagas
What is Dr. George Pliagas's specialty?
Dr. Pliagas is a Vascular Surgeon near Las Vegas, NV. A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. Contact Dr. Pliagas to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. George Pliagas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Pliagas is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is George Pliagas accepting new patients in Las Vegas, NV?
Yes, Dr. George Pliagas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Pliagas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pliagas's office at (702) 878-8346 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Pliagas?
Please contact Dr. Pliagas's office at (702) 878-8346 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. George Pliagas have?
Dr. George Pliagas is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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