31 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fiala, Vascular Surgeon in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Lois Fiala, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Fiala completed her residency at Walter Reed Army Med Ctr, Vascular Surgery; Madigan Army Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Fiala is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fiala’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fiala’s office.
Where did Dr. Fiala go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Walter Reed Army Med Ctr, Vascular Surgery; Madigan Army Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: Uniformed Services University of The Health Sciences,Bethesda
Is Dr. Fiala board certified as a Vascular Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Lois Fiala, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Fiala speak?
Dr. Fiala and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Fiala typically treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Fiala 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. Fiala. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Peripheral Arterial Disease in Both Legs
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- PAD in Both Legs
- Poor Circulation in Both Legs
- Hardening of Arteries in Both Legs
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70293: Other atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities, bilateral legs
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
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:
- 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 Vascular Angioplasty with Implants
- Peripheral Artery Stent
- Leg Artery Angioplasty
- Vascular Stent
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95820: Peripheral vascular angioplasty status with implants and grafts
What procedures does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Fiala typically perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Fiala 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. Fiala. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Basilic Vein Transposition for Dialysis Access
- Arteriovenous Fistula Creation (Upper Arm)
- AV Fistula Creation
- Basilic Vein Fistula
- Dialysis Access Fistula
- Upper Arm AV Fistula
- AV Fistula Surgery
- Cephalic Vein Transposition
- Dialysis Access Creation
CPT Codes:
- 36819: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; by upper arm basilic vein transposition
- 36818: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; by upper arm cephalic vein transposition
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Carotid Artery Clearing Surgery
- Carotid endarterectomy
- Neck artery surgery
- Vertebral artery clearing
- Subclavian artery clearing
CPT Codes:
- 35301: Thromboendarterectomy, including patch graft, if performed; carotid, vertebral, subclavian, by neck incision
Also known as:
- Vein Closure with Chemical Adhesive
- Endovenous Chemical Ablation
- Varicose Vein Glue Treatment
- Cyanoacrylate Vein Ablation
- VenaSeal Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 36482: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, by transcatheter delivery of a chemical adhesive (eg, cyanoacrylate) remote from the access site, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous; first vein treated
Also known as:
- Thigh Amputation
- Limb Loss
- Leg Amputation (Femur)
- Above-Knee Amputation
- Femoral Amputation
CPT Codes:
- 27590: Amputation, thigh, through femur, any level;
Does Dr. Fiala accept my insurance?
Dr. Fiala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fiala accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Fiala 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
Bexar County Hospital District
Cigna Group
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Oscar Health
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Fiala's office located?
What is Dr. Fiala's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fiala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386607596.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fiala?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fiala
What is Dr. Lois Fiala's specialty?
Dr. Fiala 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. Lois Fiala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fiala is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio, Methodist Hospital - San Antonio 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 Lois Fiala accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Lois Fiala is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lois Fiala offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fiala's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lois Fiala?
Please contact Dr. Fiala's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lois Fiala have?
Dr. Lois Fiala is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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