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Dr. Clifton Vanputten, MD

Fresno, CA

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vanputten, Anesthesiologist in Fresno, CA?

    Dr. Clifton Vanputten, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Fresno, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Vanputten completed his residency at Mass Gen Hospital. Dr. Vanputten is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vanputten’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vanputten’s office at (559) 436-0871.

    Where did Dr. Vanputten go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Mass Gen Hospital

    What languages does Dr. Vanputten speak?

    Dr. Vanputten and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Vanputten treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Vanputten 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. Vanputten. 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:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Eye Clouding

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
    • H269: Unspecified cataract

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Weeks of Pregnancy
    • 39 Weeks Pregnant
    • Pregnancy
    • Unspecified Gestational Age
    • Unknown Pregnancy Duration
    • Undetermined Weeks Pregnant
    • Full term pregnancy
    • Week 39 of gestation
    • Due date approaching

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3A00: Weeks of gestation of pregnancy not specified
    • Z3A39: 39 weeks gestation of pregnancy

    Also known as:

    • Previous C-section Scar During Pregnancy
    • Low Transverse C-section Scar in Pregnancy
    • Cesarean Delivery
    • Prenatal Care
    • Prior Cesarean Section
    • Uterine Scar from C-section
    • C-section History in Pregnancy
    • Horizontal C-section Scar (Pregnancy)
    • Low-lying C-section Scar
    • Prior Cesarean Scar (Low Transverse)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O34219: Maternal care for unspecified type scar from previous cesarean delivery
    • O34211: Maternal care for low transverse scar from previous cesarean delivery

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Cesarean Delivery
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery
    • C-section
    • Surgical Birth
    • Cesarean Section

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
    • O82: Encounter for cesarean delivery without indication

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
    • Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Cervical Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
    • M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Glaucoma
    • High eye pressure
    • Optic nerve damage
    • Ocular hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H409: Unspecified glaucoma

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Does Dr. Vanputten accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vanputten accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (559) 436-0871 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vanputten accept in Fresno, CA?

    Dr. Vanputten in Fresno, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Bright Health

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Vanputten's office located?

    Dr. Clifton Vanputten's Primary Practice

    1360 E Spruce Ave Ste 101A

    Fresno, CA 93720

    (559) 436-0871

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    Dr. Clifton Vanputten's Practice 2

    450 E Romie Ln

    Salinas, CA 93901

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    Dr. Clifton Vanputten's Practice 3

    7417 N Cedar Ave

    Fresno, CA 93720

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    What is Dr. Vanputten's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Vanputten's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154356293.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vanputten?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vanputten

    What is Dr. Clifton Vanputten's specialty?

    Dr. Vanputten is a Anesthesiologist near Fresno, CA. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Vanputten to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Clifton Vanputten affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vanputten is affiliated with Saint Agnes Medical Center, Fresno Surgical Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

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    Is Clifton Vanputten accepting new patients in Fresno, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Clifton Vanputten is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Clifton Vanputten offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vanputten's office at (559) 436-0871 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Clifton Vanputten?

    Please contact Dr. Vanputten's office at (559) 436-0871 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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