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Who is Dr. Schutzer, Vascular Surgeon in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Richard Schutzer, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Schutzer completed his residency at Maimonides Med Ctr, Vascular Surgery; St Luke'S-Roosevelt Hsp Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Schutzer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schutzer’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schutzer’s office at (212) 932-5169.
Where did Dr. Schutzer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Maimonides Med Ctr, Vascular Surgery; St Luke'S-Roosevelt Hsp Ctr, General Surgery
Is Dr. Schutzer board certified as a Vascular Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Richard Schutzer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Schutzer speak?
Dr. Schutzer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Schutzer typically treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Schutzer 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. Schutzer. 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:
- Varicose Veins
- Painful Varicose Veins
- Spider Veins
- Venous Insufficiency
- Chronic Venous Disease
- Symptomatic Varicose Veins
- Aching Leg Veins
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83893: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with other complications
- I83819: Varicose veins of unspecified lower extremity with pain
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Localized Swelling
- Edema
- Localized Edema
- Fluid Retention
- Swelling in one area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R600: Localized edema
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)
What procedures does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Schutzer typically perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Schutzer 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. Schutzer. 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:
- Foam Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
- Varicose vein foam injection
- Ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy
- Saphenous vein treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36465: Injection of non-compounded foam sclerosant with ultrasound compression maneuvers to guide dispersion of the injectate, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring; single incompetent extremity truncal vein (eg, great saphenous vein, accessory saphenous vein)
Also known as:
- Radiofrequency Vein Ablation
- Endovenous Radiofrequency Ablation
- RF Ablation for Varicose Veins
- Vein Closure Procedure
- Varicose Vein Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36475: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, radiofrequency; first vein treated
Also known as:
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Non-Heart Vessels)
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Additional Non-Coronary Vessel)
- IVUS (Non-Coronary)
- Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Artery Ultrasound
- IVUS for Blood Vessels
- Non-Coronary Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Blood Vessel Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 37252: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; initial noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 37253: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; each additional noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Angioplasty (Femoral/Popliteal)
- Femoral Artery Angioplasty
- Popliteal Artery Angioplasty
- Leg Artery Revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 37224: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal angioplasty
Does Dr. Schutzer accept my insurance?
Dr. Schutzer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 932-5169 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schutzer accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Schutzer in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
H & R Block
Medicaid
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Schutzer's office located?
What is Dr. Schutzer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schutzer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346331519.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schutzer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schutzer
What is Dr. Richard Schutzer's specialty?
Dr. Schutzer is a Vascular Surgeon near Brooklyn, NY.
What does a Vascular Surgeon do?
A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels.
Is this Dr. Richard Schutzer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schutzer is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Nyu Langone Hospital - Long Island 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 Richard Schutzer accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Richard Schutzer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Schutzer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schutzer's office at (212) 932-5169 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Schutzer?
Please contact Dr. Schutzer's office at (212) 932-5169 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Schutzer have?
Dr. Richard Schutzer is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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