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Who is Dr. Ghaffarian, Vascular Surgeon in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Amir Ghaffarian, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Las Vegas, NV. Dr. Ghaffarian is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ghaffarian’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ghaffarian’s office at (702) 565-8346.
What languages does Dr. Ghaffarian speak?
Dr. Ghaffarian and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Ghaffarian typically treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Ghaffarian 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. Ghaffarian. 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:
- Varicose Veins
- Painful Varicose Veins
- Spider Veins
- Venous Insufficiency
- Chronic Venous Disease
- Symptomatic Varicose Veins
- Aching Leg Veins
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83813: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with pain
- I83812: Varicose veins of left lower extremity with pain
- I83811: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with pain
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:
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- AAA
- Aorta Bulge
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7140: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified
What procedures does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Ghaffarian typically perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Ghaffarian 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. Ghaffarian. 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:
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Non-Heart Vessels)
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Additional Non-Coronary Vessel)
- IVUS (Non-Coronary)
- Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Artery Ultrasound
- IVUS for Blood Vessels
- Non-Coronary Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Blood Vessel Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 37252: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; initial noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 37253: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; each additional noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Laser Treatment for Varicose Veins
- Foam Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
- Endovenous Laser Ablation
- Vein Laser Therapy
- Varicose Vein Laser Surgery
- Incompetent Vein Ablation
- Varicose vein foam injection
- Ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy
- Saphenous vein treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36478: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, laser; first vein treated
- 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:
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Angiography Catheter
- Diagnostic Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36246: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial second order abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
- 36247: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial third order or more selective abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Revascularization with Atherectomy and Angioplasty
- Tibial Artery Revascularization
- Peroneal Artery Revascularization
- Leg Artery Plaque Removal
- Peripheral Artery Disease Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 37229: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, tibial, peroneal artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
Does Dr. Ghaffarian accept my insurance?
Dr. Ghaffarian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (702) 565-8346 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ghaffarian accept in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Ghaffarian in Las Vegas, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Intermountain Health
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ghaffarian's office located?
Dr. Amir Ghaffarian's Primary Practice
8930 W Sunset Rd Ste 250
Las Vegas, NV 89148
(702) 565-8346
What is Dr. Ghaffarian's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ghaffarian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396242368.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ghaffarian?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ghaffarian
What is Dr. Amir Ghaffarian's specialty?
Dr. Ghaffarian is a Vascular Surgeon near Las Vegas, NV.
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. Amir Ghaffarian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ghaffarian is affiliated with Southern Hills Hospital & Medical Center, Sunrise Hospital & Medical Center, Mountainview Hospital, Spring Valley Hospital Medical Center, Henderson Hospital, Summerlin Hospital 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 Amir Ghaffarian accepting new patients in Las Vegas, NV?
Yes, Dr. Amir Ghaffarian is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amir Ghaffarian offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ghaffarian's office at (702) 565-8346 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amir Ghaffarian?
Please contact Dr. Ghaffarian's office at (702) 565-8346 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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