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31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
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 2 additional practice locations. 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, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna 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 Dr. Fiala 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.
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
Also known as:
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- AAA
- Aorta Bulge
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7143: Infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Varicose Veins
- Spider Veins
- Venous Insufficiency
- Chronic Venous Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83893: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with other complications
What procedures does Dr. Fiala 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.
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Vein Closure with Chemical Adhesive
- Radiofrequency Vein Ablation
- Endovenous Chemical Ablation
- Varicose Vein Glue Treatment
- Cyanoacrylate Vein Ablation
- VenaSeal Procedure
- Endovenous Radiofrequency Ablation
- RF Ablation for Varicose Veins
- Vein Closure Procedure
- Varicose Vein Treatment
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
- 36475: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, radiofrequency; first vein treated
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:
- Fistula Ligation or Banding
- AV Fistula Closure
- Fistula Banding
- Angioaccess Revision
CPT Codes:
- 37607: Ligation or banding of angioaccess arteriovenous fistula
Also known as:
- Foam Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
- Varicose vein foam injection
- Ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy
- Saphenous vein treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36465: Injection of non-compounded foam sclerosant with ultrasound compression maneuvers to guide dispersion of the injectate, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring; single incompetent extremity truncal vein (eg, great saphenous vein, accessory saphenous vein)
Also known as:
- Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
- Varicose Vein Injections
- Vein Sclerosing
- Incompetent Vein Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36470: Injection of sclerosant; single incompetent vein (other than telangiectasia)
Also known as:
- Thigh Amputation
- Limb Loss
- Leg Amputation (Femur)
- Above-Knee Amputation
- Femoral Amputation
CPT Codes:
- 27590: Amputation, thigh, through femur, any level;
Also known as:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
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
California Foundation for Medical Care
Humana
Medicare
Molina
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Other Health Care Provider
SGS North America Inc
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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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. A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. Contact Dr. Fiala to book an appointment today.
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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