Dr. Christopher Ingraham, MD
La Jolla, CA
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ingraham, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Christopher Ingraham, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ingraham graduated from New York University School of Medicine and completed his residency at UW - Dept. of Radiology Residency. Dr. Ingraham is fluent in English, French, German, Hindi, Korean, and Portuguese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ingraham’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ingraham’s office.
Where did Dr. Ingraham go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: UW - Vascular Interventional Radiology
Residency: UW - Dept. of Radiology Residency | UW - Dept. of Surgery
Medical School: New York University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Ingraham board certified as a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Ingraham, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology , American Board of Radiology since 2012
What languages does Dr. Ingraham speak?
Dr. Ingraham and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
German
Hindi
Korean
Portuguese
What conditions does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Ingraham typically treat?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Ingraham 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. Ingraham. 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:
- Fluid in Abdomen
- Liver Disease
- Ascites
- Abdominal fluid buildup
- Peritoneal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- R188: Other ascites
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Peripheral Vascular Malformation
- Birth Defects
- Blood Vessel Birth Defect
- Vascular Anomaly
- Limb Vascular Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q279: Congenital malformation of peripheral vascular system, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
Also known as:
- Surgical Drain Change or Removal
- Wounds and Injuries
- Drain removal after surgery
- Post-operative drain care
- Changing surgical drains
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4803: Encounter for change or removal of drains
Also known as:
- Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Enlarged glands in one area
- Local lymphadenopathy
- Swollen glands
ICD-10 Codes:
- R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes
Also known as:
- Having Other Vascular Implants or Grafts
- Blood vessel graft
- Vascular stent
- Artery implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95828: Presence of other vascular implants and grafts
What procedures does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Ingraham typically perform?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Ingraham 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. Ingraham. 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:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Liver Biopsy (Needle)
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
- Percutaneous liver biopsy
- Needle liver sample
- Liver tissue biopsy
- Liver needle aspiration
CPT Codes:
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
- 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous
Also known as:
- Contrast Injection for Abscess/Cyst Assessment
- Drainage Catheter Contrast Study
- Abscess Imaging
- Cystogram via Drain
CPT Codes:
- 49424: Contrast injection for assessment of abscess or cyst via previously placed drainage catheter or tube (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Also known as:
- Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
- Biopsy
- Bone Marrow Tests
- Bone Marrow Exam
- Bone Marrow Sample Collection
- Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)
Also known as:
- Exchange of Kidney Drainage Catheter
- Nephrostomy tube exchange
- Percutaneous nephrostomy catheter change
- Kidney drainage tube replacement
- Nephrostogram with catheter exchange
CPT Codes:
- 50435: Exchange nephrostomy catheter, percutaneous, including diagnostic nephrostogram and/or ureterogram when performed, imaging guidance (eg, ultrasound and/or fluoroscopy) and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation
Does Dr. Ingraham accept my insurance?
Dr. Ingraham 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. Ingraham accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Ingraham in La Jolla, 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
Centene Corporation
Humana
Inland Empire Health Plan
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ingraham's office located?
What is Dr. Ingraham's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ingraham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356445795.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ingraham?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ingraham
What is Dr. Christopher Ingraham's specialty?
Dr. Ingraham is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near La Jolla, CA.
What does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist do?
A vascular and interventional radiologist is responsible to diagnose and treat diseases using various imaging modalities, including fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography, and magnetic resonance imaging.
Is this Dr. Christopher Ingraham affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ingraham is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Christopher Ingraham accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Ingraham is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Ingraham offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ingraham's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Ingraham?
Please contact Dr. Ingraham's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Ingraham have?
Dr. Christopher Ingraham is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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