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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Retamozo, Surgeon in Palm Springs, CA?
Dr. Milton Retamozo, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Palm Springs, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Retamozo graduated from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine and completed his residency at Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Retamozo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Retamozo’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Retamozo’s office at (909) 580-1680.
Where did Dr. Retamozo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr Sch of Med, Lubbock Tx | Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine
Is Dr. Retamozo board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Milton Retamozo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Retamozo speak?
Dr. Retamozo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Retamozo treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Retamozo 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. Retamozo. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Other problems with blood vessel devices
- Vascular device complications
- Blood vessel implant issues
- Prosthetic vascular device problems
- Vascular graft complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82898A: Other specified complication of vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
What procedures does Dr. Retamozo perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Retamozo 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. Retamozo. 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:
- Arteriovenous Fistula Creation
- AV Fistula Surgery
- Cimino Fistula
- Vascular Access for Dialysis
CPT Codes:
- 36821: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; direct, any site (eg, Cimino type) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Creation of AV Fistula with Graft for Dialysis
- Arteriovenous Fistula Creation (Graft)
- Dialysis Access Graft
- Non-Autogenous AV Fistula
- Synthetic Graft for Dialysis
CPT Codes:
- 36830: Creation of arteriovenous fistula by other than direct arteriovenous anastomosis (separate procedure); nonautogenous graft (eg, biological collagen, thermoplastic graft)
Also known as:
- Arteriovenous Fistula Creation (Upper Arm)
- Basilic Vein Transposition for Dialysis Access
- AV Fistula Surgery
- Cephalic Vein Transposition
- Dialysis Access Creation
- AV Fistula Creation
- Basilic Vein Fistula
- Dialysis Access Fistula
- Upper Arm AV Fistula
CPT Codes:
- 36818: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; by upper arm cephalic vein transposition
- 36819: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; by upper arm basilic vein transposition
Also known as:
- Revision of Arteriovenous (AV) Fistula
- AV fistula repair
- Dialysis graft revision
- Open AV fistula revision
CPT Codes:
- 36832: Revision, open, arteriovenous fistula; without thrombectomy, autogenous or nonautogenous dialysis graft (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Arm Artery Aneurysm Repair
- Axillary-Brachial Artery Repair
- Arm Artery Graft Surgery
- Aneurysm Excision with Graft (Arm)
CPT Codes:
- 35011: Direct repair of aneurysm, pseudoaneurysm, or excision (partial or total) and graft insertion, with or without patch graft; for aneurysm and associated occlusive disease, axillary-brachial artery, by arm incision
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:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Intraperitoneal Catheter Insertion
- Laparoscopic Omental Tacking
- Tunneled Peritoneal Catheter Placement
- Laparoscopic Abdominal Catheter
- Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter Insertion
- Keyhole omentopexy
- Minimally invasive omental tacking
- Laparoscopic omentum fixation
CPT Codes:
- 49324: Laparoscopy, surgical; with insertion of tunneled intraperitoneal catheter
- 49326: Laparoscopy, surgical; with omentopexy (omental tacking procedure) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Appendectomy
- Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
- Keyhole Appendectomy
- Scope Appendectomy
CPT Codes:
- 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy
Also known as:
- Muscle Debridement
- Deep Wound Cleaning
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
- Surgical Wound Debridement
- Tissue Removal for Wound Healing
CPT Codes:
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11046: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Inhalation Breathing Treatment
- Nebulizer Treatment
- Aerosol Treatment
- IPPB Treatment
- Airway Obstruction Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device
Does Dr. Retamozo accept my insurance?
Dr. Retamozo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (909) 580-1680 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Retamozo accept in Palm Springs, CA?
Dr. Retamozo in Palm Springs, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
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Inland Empire
Inland Faculty Medical Group, Inc
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of Utah
The Medical Access Program
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Where is Dr. Retamozo's office located?
Dr. Milton Retamozo's Primary Practice
1150 N Indian Canyon Dr
Palm Springs, CA 92262
(909) 580-1680
What is Dr. Retamozo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Retamozo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174630016.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Retamozo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Retamozo
What is Dr. Milton Retamozo's specialty?
Dr. Retamozo is a Surgeon near Palm Springs, CA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Retamozo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Milton Retamozo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Retamozo is affiliated with Arrowhead Regional Medical Center, Aultman Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach 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 Milton Retamozo accepting new patients in Palm Springs, CA?
Yes, Dr. Milton Retamozo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Milton Retamozo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Retamozo's office at (909) 580-1680 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Milton Retamozo?
Please contact Dr. Retamozo's office at (909) 580-1680 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Milton Retamozo have?
Dr. Milton Retamozo is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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