Who is Dr. Rhee, Vascular Surgeon in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Robert Rhee, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified.
Dr. Rhee is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rhee’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rhee’s office at (718) 283-7957.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Rhee?
Dr. Robert Rhee, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Vascular Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array
of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Rhee empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Aneurysm-Abdominal & Thoracic Aortic, Angioplasty & Stent Placement, Aortic & Visceral Artery Surgery, Aortic Disease, Aortic Surgery-Complex, Carotid Artery Angioplasty & Stent, Carotid Artery Surgery, Endovascular Surgery, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Brooklyn/NY community, Dr. Rhee is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Rhee board certified as a Vascular Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Robert Rhee, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Rhee speak?
Dr. Rhee and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
What conditions does Dr. Rhee treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Rhee 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. Rhee. 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:
Other Soft Tissue Disorder
Connective Tissue Disorder
Muscle Disorder
Muscle and connective tissue problems
Uncommon soft tissue conditions
Various soft tissue ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders
Also known as:
Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
After Surgery
Post-cardiac surgery care
Vascular surgery aftercare
Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
Aortic Aneurysm
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
AAA
Aorta Bulge
ICD-10 Codes:
I7140: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified
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:
Widespread Swelling
Edema
Generalized Edema
Full Body Swelling
Systemic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
R601: Generalized edema
Also known as:
Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
Atherosclerosis
Peripheral Arterial Disease
Bilateral leg claudication
PAD both legs pain with activity
Both legs artery pain when walking
ICD-10 Codes:
I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs
Also known as:
Hardening of Leg Arteries in Both Legs
Atherosclerosis
Peripheral Arterial Disease
Bilateral leg artery disease
PAD in both legs
Atherosclerosis of both legs
ICD-10 Codes:
I70203: Unspecified atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities, bilateral legs
What procedures does Dr. Rhee perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Rhee 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. Rhee. 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:
Leg Artery Angioplasty (Femoral/Popliteal)
Femoral Artery Access for Endograft
Femoral Artery Angioplasty
Popliteal Artery Angioplasty
Leg Artery Revascularization
Percutaneous Femoral Access
Endograft Delivery Access
Artery Closure Procedure
CPT Codes:
37224: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal angioplasty
34713: Percutaneous access and closure of femoral artery for delivery of endograft through a large sheath (12 French or larger), including ultrasound guidance, when performed, unilateral (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
Leg Artery Stent Placement
Iliac Artery Blood Flow Restoration with Balloon Angioplasty
Femoral Artery Stenting
Popliteal Artery Stenting
Leg Artery Angioplasty
Endovascular Revascularization
Iliac Artery Angioplasty
Endovascular Iliac Revascularization
Pelvic Artery Widening
CPT Codes:
37226: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal stent placement(s), includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
37220: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, iliac artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with transluminal angioplasty
Also known as:
Selective Artery Catheter Placement
Arterial Catheterization
Vascular Catheter Placement
Diagnostic Catheter Insertion
Diagnostic Angiography Catheter
CPT Codes:
36247: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial third order or more selective abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
36246: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial second order abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
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:
Leg Artery Angioplasty
Tibial Artery Angioplasty
Peroneal Artery Angioplasty
Leg Artery Revascularization
CPT Codes:
37228: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, tibial, peroneal artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with transluminal angioplasty
Also known as:
Endovascular Aortic Aneurysm Repair
EVAR
Aortic Stent Placement
Aortic Aneurysm Repair
Minimally Invasive Aorta Repair
CPT Codes:
34705: Endovascular repair of infrarenal aorta and/or iliac artery(ies) by deployment of an aorto-bi-iliac endograft including pre-procedure sizing and device selection, all nonselective catheterization(s), all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, all endograft extension(s) placed in the aorta from the level of the renal arteries to the iliac bifurcation, and all angioplasty/stenting performed from the level of the renal arteries to the iliac bifurcation; for other than rupture (eg, for aneurysm, pseudoaneurysm, dissection, penetrating ulcer)
Also known as:
Iliac Artery Stent Placement
Endovascular iliac artery stenting
Iliac artery angioplasty with stent
Pelvic artery revascularization
CPT Codes:
37221: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, iliac artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with transluminal stent placement(s), includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
Also known as:
Femoral Artery Blockage Removal
Femoral thromboendarterectomy
Common femoral artery plaque removal
Leg artery clot removal
CPT Codes:
35371: Thromboendarterectomy, including patch graft, if performed; common femoral
Does Dr. Rhee accept my insurance?
Dr. Rhee accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 283-7957 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rhee accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Rhee in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Robert Rhee?
Dr. Rhee has appointments available at his Brooklyn, NY office. Please select a date and time below.
Recognitions
Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards
Doctor’s Choice - All Time
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition across all time
Doctor’s Choice - 2025
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition in 2025
Doctor’s Choice - Last 5 Years
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition in the last 5 years
What is Dr. Rhee's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rhee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669448528.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rhee?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rhee
What is Dr. Robert Rhee's specialty?
Dr. Rhee is a Vascular Surgeon near Brooklyn, NY.
A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. Contact Dr. Rhee to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Robert Rhee affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Rhee is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals:
Maimonides Medical Center.
Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Robert Rhee accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Robert Rhee is accepting new patients at this time.
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