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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Safaya, Vascular Surgeon in Fremont, CA?
Dr. Rakesh Safaya, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fremont, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Safaya graduated from Government Medical College, Karnatak University, Bellary, Mysore India and completed his residency at Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center. He is a member of the Washington Township Medical Association. Dr. Safaya is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Safaya’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Safaya’s office at (510) 248-1420.
Where did Dr. Safaya go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center
Medical School: Government Medical College, Karnatak University, Bellary, Mysore India
Is Dr. Safaya board certified as a Vascular Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Rakesh Safaya, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Safaya speak?
Dr. Safaya and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Safaya treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Safaya 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. Safaya. 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
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Varicose Veins
- Spider Veins
- Venous Insufficiency
- Chronic Venous Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83813: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with pain
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetic Vascular Complications
- Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications
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:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Right Calf Ulcer with Exposed Fat
- Skin Condition
- Right calf deep ulcer
- Fat layer exposed right calf wound
- Right calf ulcer stage 2
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97212: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of right calf with fat layer exposed
What procedures does Dr. Safaya perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Safaya 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. Safaya. 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:
- Long-Term Central Venous Catheter Insertion
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
- Tunneled central line placement
- Central venous access device insertion
- Hickman catheter insertion
- Broviac 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
- 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older
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:
- 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:
- Catheter Placement in Aorta
- Aortic catheterization
- Aorta access procedure
- Main artery catheter insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36200: Introduction of catheter, aorta
Also known as:
- Dialysis Circuit Angioplasty with Balloon
- Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
- Dialysis Graft Angioplasty
- Peripheral Dialysis Segment Angioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 36902: Introduction of needle(s) and/or catheter(s), dialysis circuit, with diagnostic angiography of the dialysis circuit, including all direct puncture(s) and catheter placement(s), injection(s) of contrast, all necessary imaging from the arterial anastomosis and adjacent artery through entire venous outflow including the inferior or superior vena cava, fluoroscopic guidance, radiological supervision and interpretation and image documentation and report; with transluminal balloon angioplasty, peripheral dialysis segment, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty
Also known as:
- Endoscopic Vein Harvest for Bypass
- Endoscopy
- Video-Assisted Vein Harvest
- Minimally Invasive Vein Removal
- Endoscopic Saphenous Vein Harvest
- Vein Harvesting for CABG
CPT Codes:
- 33508: Endoscopy, surgical, including video-assisted harvest of vein(s) for coronary artery bypass procedure (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Open Thrombectomy for Dialysis Fistula/Graft
- Fistula Declotting
- Dialysis Graft Thrombectomy
- AV Fistula Clot Removal
CPT Codes:
- 36831: Thrombectomy, open, arteriovenous fistula without revision, autogenous or nonautogenous dialysis graft (separate procedure)
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:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- Heart bypass surgery
- CABG surgery
- Arterial bypass graft
CPT Codes:
- 33533: Coronary artery bypass, using arterial graft(s); single arterial graft
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) with 2 Vein Grafts
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG surgery
- Heart bypass with vein grafts
- Coronary revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 33518: Coronary artery bypass, using venous graft(s) and arterial graft(s); 2 venous grafts (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Muscle Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Deep Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
- Surgical Wound Debridement
- Tissue Removal for Wound Healing
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 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:
- Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
- Bone Debridement
- Bone Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Bone Debridement
- Dead Bone Removal
- Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement
- Bone Cleaning Surgery
- Surgical Debridement of Bone
CPT Codes:
- 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11047: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Toe and Foot Bone Amputation
- Metatarsal Amputation
- Partial Foot Amputation
- Toe Removal with Metatarsal
CPT Codes:
- 28810: Amputation, metatarsal, with toe, single
Also known as:
- Foot Abscess Drainage (Multiple Areas)
- Deep Foot Infection Drainage
- Foot Tendon Sheath Incision
- Multiple Foot Abscess Treatment
- Foot Fascia Drainage
CPT Codes:
- 28003: Incision and drainage below fascia, with or without tendon sheath involvement, foot; multiple areas
Does Dr. Safaya accept my insurance?
Dr. Safaya accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 248-1420 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Safaya accept in Fremont, CA?
Dr. Safaya in Fremont, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alameda Alliance
All Other Third Party
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
SGS North America Inc
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Safaya's office located?
Dr. Rakesh Safaya's Primary Practice
39141 Civic Center Dr Ste 335
Fremont, CA 94538
(510) 248-1420
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Washington Township Medical Association
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What is Dr. Safaya's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Safaya's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144337866.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Safaya?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Safaya
What is Dr. Rakesh Safaya's specialty?
Dr. Safaya is a Vascular Surgeon near Fremont, CA. A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. Contact Dr. Safaya to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rakesh Safaya affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Safaya is affiliated with Washington Hospital Healthcare System, Eden 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 Rakesh Safaya accepting new patients in Fremont, CA?
Yes, Dr. Rakesh Safaya is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rakesh Safaya offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Safaya's office at (510) 248-1420 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rakesh Safaya?
Please contact Dr. Safaya's office at (510) 248-1420 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rakesh Safaya have?
Dr. Rakesh Safaya is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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