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Dr. Vishal Agarwal, MD
San Francisco, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Agarwal, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Vishal Agarwal, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Agarwal is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Agarwal’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Agarwal’s office at (415) 353-1000.
Is Dr. Agarwal board certified as a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Vishal Agarwal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Agarwal speak?
Dr. Agarwal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Agarwal typically treat?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Agarwal 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. Agarwal. 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.
Also known as:
- Fluid in Abdomen
- Liver Disease
- Ascites
- Abdominal fluid buildup
- Peritoneal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- R188: Other ascites
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
What procedures does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Agarwal typically perform?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Agarwal 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. Agarwal. 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.
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:
- 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:
- Percutaneous Gastrostomy Tube Insertion
- PEG Tube Placement
- G-Tube Insertion
- Feeding Tube Placement (Stomach)
CPT Codes:
- 49440: Insertion of gastrostomy tube, percutaneous, under fluoroscopic guidance including contrast injection(s), image documentation and report
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:
- Long-Term Central Venous Catheter Insertion
- Tunneled central line placement
- Central venous access device insertion
- Hickman catheter insertion
- Broviac catheter insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36558: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Agarwal accept my insurance?
Dr. Agarwal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 353-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Agarwal accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Agarwal in San Francisco, 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
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Kaiser Permanente
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Agarwal's office located?
What is Dr. Agarwal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Agarwal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972796332.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Agarwal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Agarwal
What is Dr. Vishal Agarwal's specialty?
Dr. Agarwal is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near San Francisco, 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. Vishal Agarwal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Agarwal is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus, Memorial Health 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 Vishal Agarwal accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Vishal Agarwal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vishal Agarwal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Agarwal's office at (415) 353-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vishal Agarwal?
Please contact Dr. Agarwal's office at (415) 353-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vishal Agarwal have?
Dr. Vishal Agarwal is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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