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26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pounds, Vascular Surgeon in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Lori Pounds, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Pounds completed her residency at Temple Univ Hosp, Vascular Surgery; Univ Tx Med Branch Hosps, General Surgery. Dr. Pounds is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pounds’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pounds’s office at (210) 450-6041.
Where did Dr. Pounds go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Temple Univ Hosp, Vascular Surgery; Univ Tx Med Branch Hosps, General Surgery
Medical School: Temple Univeristy School of Medicine
Is Dr. Pounds board certified as a Vascular Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Lori Pounds, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Pounds speak?
Dr. Pounds and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Pounds typically treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Pounds 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. Pounds. 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.
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:
- 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
What procedures does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Pounds typically perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Pounds 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. Pounds. 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.
Also known as:
- Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
- Sclerotherapy for Spider Veins
- Vein Injection Therapy
- Varicose Vein Sclerosing
- Chemical Ablation of Veins
- Varicose Vein Injections
- Vein Sclerosing
- Incompetent Vein Treatment
- Spider Vein Injections
- Telangiectasia Treatment
- Cosmetic Vein Injections
CPT Codes:
- 36471: Injection of sclerosant; multiple incompetent veins (other than telangiectasia), same leg
- 36470: Injection of sclerosant; single incompetent vein (other than telangiectasia)
- 36468: Injection(s) of sclerosant for spider veins (telangiectasia), limb or trunk
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:
- 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:
- Varicose Vein Removal (Multiple Incisions)
- Stab Phlebectomy
- Microphlebectomy
- Varicose Vein Excision
CPT Codes:
- 37766: Stab phlebectomy of varicose veins, 1 extremity; more than 20 incisions
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
Does Dr. Pounds accept my insurance?
Dr. Pounds accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 450-6041 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pounds accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Pounds in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Pounds' office located?
Dr. Lori Pounds' Primary Practice
8300 Floyd Curl Dr
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 450-6041
What is Dr. Pounds's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pounds's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700994985.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pounds?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pounds
What is Dr. Lori Pounds's specialty?
Dr. Pounds is a Vascular Surgeon near San Antonio, TX.
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. Lori Pounds affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pounds is affiliated with University Hospital-San Antonio 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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Is Lori Pounds accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Lori Pounds is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lori Pounds offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pounds's office at (210) 450-6041 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lori Pounds?
Please contact Dr. Pounds's office at (210) 450-6041 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lori Pounds have?
Dr. Lori Pounds is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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