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Dr. Richard Saxon, MD

Escondido, CA

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Saxon, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in Escondido, CA?

    Dr. Richard Saxon, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in Escondido, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified by the American Board of Radiology. Dr. Saxon completed his residency at Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Vascular & Interventional Radiology; Univ Ca Sf Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology; Univ Hi-J A Burns Sch Med, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Saxon is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saxon’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saxon’s office at (800) 926-8273.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Saxon?

    Dr. Richard Saxon, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Vascular & Interventional Radiologist 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. Saxon empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Endovascular Stent Grafts, Interventional Radiology, Peripheral Vascular Disease, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Escondido/CA community, Dr. Saxon is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Vascular & Interventional Radiology; Univ Ca Sf Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology; Univ Hi-J A Burns Sch Med, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    • Medical School: University of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca

    Is Dr. Saxon board certified in Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Saxon, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology

    What languages does Dr. Saxon speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Saxon treat?

    As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Saxon 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. Saxon. 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:

    • Vascular Access Device Management
    • Vascular Access Care
    • Port Management
    • Catheter Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Peripheral Arterial Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries
    • Bilateral leg claudication
    • PAD both legs pain with activity
    • Both legs artery pain when walking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
    • I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Fluid in Abdomen
    • Liver Disease
    • Ascites
    • Abdominal fluid buildup
    • Peritoneal fluid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R188: Other ascites

    Also known as:

    • Narrowing of other blood vessel devices
    • Other vascular device blockage
    • Blood vessel implant narrowing
    • Vascular graft stenosis
    • Prosthetic vascular device blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T82858A: Stenosis of other vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter

    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:

    • Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Benign Thyroid Nodule
    • Solitary Thyroid Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule

    Also known as:

    • Blood Clot in Blood Vessel Device
    • Blood Clots
    • Vascular device thrombosis
    • Clot in vascular implant
    • Blood vessel graft blood clot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T82868A: Thrombosis due to vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Dialysis Catheter Management
    • Dialysis
    • Dialysis catheter adjustment
    • Extracorporeal catheter care
    • Dialysis access maintenance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4901: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of extracorporeal dialysis catheter

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Localized Swelling
    • Edema
    • Localized Edema
    • Fluid Retention
    • Swelling in one area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R600: Localized edema

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    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:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Hip Arthritis
    • Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip

    Also known as:

    • Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Multinodular Goiter
    • Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of Right Leg Arteries
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Peripheral Arterial Disease
    • Right leg artery disease
    • PAD in right leg
    • Atherosclerosis of right leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I70201: Unspecified atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities, right leg

    Also known as:

    • Catheter Management
    • Catheter adjustment
    • Catheter care
    • Non-vascular catheter maintenance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4682: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of non-vascular catheter

    Also known as:

    • Right Leg Pain
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Pain in right lower limb
    • Right leg discomfort
    • Aching right leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79604: Pain in right leg

    Which procedures does Dr. Saxon perform as a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?

    As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Richard Saxon may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Saxon's office.

    Does Dr. Saxon accept my insurance?

    Dr. Saxon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 926-8273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Saxon accept in Escondido, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • OptumRx

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • Sharp Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Saxon's office located?

    Dr. Richard Saxon's Primary Practice

    1955 Citracado Pkwy Ste 100

    Escondido, CA 92029

    (800) 926-8273

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    Dr. Richard Saxon's Practice 2

    7901 Frost St

    San Diego, CA 92123

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    Dr. Richard Saxon's Practice 3

    9350 Campus Point Dr

    La Jolla, CA 92037

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

    Dr. Saxon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255432266.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saxon?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Saxon's specialty?

    Dr. Saxon is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near Escondido, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Saxon to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Richard Saxon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Saxon is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Escondido 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

    Where can I learn more about Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?

    Explore Vascular & Interventional Radiologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Richard Saxon accepting new patients in Escondido, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Saxon is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Saxon offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Saxon's office at (800) 926-8273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Saxon?

    Please contact Dr. Saxon's office at (800) 926-8273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Saxon have?

    Dr. Richard Saxon is certified by the American Board of Radiology.

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