34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Appleby, Vascular Surgeon in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Thomas Appleby, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Charleston, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Appleby graduated from Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine and completed his residency at University Hosp, Inc, General Surgery. Dr. Appleby is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Appleby’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Appleby’s office at (843) 577-4551.
Where did Dr. Appleby go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Hosp, Inc, General Surgery | UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
Medical School: Med Univ of Sc Coll of Med, Charleston Sc | Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine
Is Dr. Appleby board certified as a Vascular Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Appleby, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Appleby speak?
Dr. Appleby and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Appleby typically treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Appleby 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. Appleby. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- 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:
- History of Nicotine Dependence
- E-Cigarettes
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Past nicotine addiction
- Previous smoking habit
- History of tobacco use disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
What procedures does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Appleby typically perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Appleby 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. Appleby. 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:
- 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:
- Foam Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
- Radiofrequency Ablation for Varicose Veins (Additional Vein)
- Varicose vein foam injection
- Ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy
- Saphenous vein treatment
- RF ablation for veins
- Endovenous radiofrequency treatment
- Varicose vein heat 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)
- 36476: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, radiofrequency; subsequent vein(s) treated in a single extremity, each through separate access sites (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Dialysis Circuit Angioplasty with Balloon
- Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
- Dialysis Graft Angioplasty
- Peripheral Dialysis Segment Angioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 36902: Introduction of needle(s) and/or catheter(s), dialysis circuit, with diagnostic angiography of the dialysis circuit, including all direct puncture(s) and catheter placement(s), injection(s) of contrast, all necessary imaging from the arterial anastomosis and adjacent artery through entire venous outflow including the inferior or superior vena cava, fluoroscopic guidance, radiological supervision and interpretation and image documentation and report; with transluminal balloon angioplasty, peripheral dialysis segment, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty
Also known as:
- Lumbar Spinal Fusion
- Lumbar Interbody Fusion
- Lower Back Fusion
- Spinal Arthrodesis
CPT Codes:
- 22558: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody technique, including minimal discectomy to prepare interspace (other than for decompression); lumbar
Also known as:
- Spinal Cage Insertion for Fusion
- Interbody Device Implantation
- Spinal Fusion with Cage
- Synthetic Disc Space Device
CPT Codes:
- 22853: Insertion of interbody biomechanical device(s) (eg, synthetic cage, mesh) with integral anterior instrumentation for device anchoring (eg, screws, flanges), when performed, to intervertebral disc space in conjunction with interbody arthrodesis, each interspace (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Biologic Implant for Soft Tissue Reinforcement
- Acellular Dermal Matrix Implant
- Breast Reinforcement Implant
- Trunk Soft Tissue Repair
- Tissue Scaffold Implant
CPT Codes:
- 15777: Implantation of biologic implant (eg, acellular dermal matrix) for soft tissue reinforcement (ie, breast, trunk) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Does Dr. Appleby accept my insurance?
Dr. Appleby accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 577-4551 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Appleby accept in Charleston, SC?
Dr. Appleby in Charleston, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
US Health Group
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Where is Dr. Appleby's office located?
Dr. Thomas Appleby's Primary Practice
1033 Saint Andrews Blvd
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 577-4551
What is Dr. Appleby's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Appleby's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801985007.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Appleby?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Appleby
What is Dr. Thomas Appleby's specialty?
Dr. Appleby is a Vascular Surgeon near Charleston, SC.
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. Thomas Appleby affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Appleby is affiliated with Roper Hospital 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 Thomas Appleby accepting new patients in Charleston, SC?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Appleby is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Appleby offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Appleby's office at (843) 577-4551 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Appleby?
Please contact Dr. Appleby's office at (843) 577-4551 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Appleby have?
Dr. Thomas Appleby is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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