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Dr. Arthur Palamara, MD

Hollywood, FL

48 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Palamara, Vascular Surgeon in Hollywood, FL?

    Dr. Arthur Palamara, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Hollywood, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 48 years and is board certified. Dr. Palamara graduated from University degli Studi di Roma 'La Sapienza' Facolty di Farmacia e Medicina and completed his residency at Baylor College of Medicine Program. Dr. Palamara is fluent in English and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Palamara’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Palamara’s office at (954) 265-4664.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Palamara?

    Dr. Arthur Palamara, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Vascular Surgeon 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. Palamara empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Aneurysm-Abdominal Aortic, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Hollywood/FL community, Dr. Palamara is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Baylor College of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: Universita Degli Studi Di Roma Med School Rome Italy | University degli Studi di Roma 'La Sapienza' Facolty di Farmacia e Medicina

    Is Dr. Palamara board certified as a Vascular Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Arthur Palamara, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Palamara speak?

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

    • English

    • Italian

    What conditions does Dr. Palamara treat?

    As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Palamara 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. Palamara. 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:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain at Rest
    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Peripheral Arterial Disease
    • PAD both legs pain at rest
    • Critical limb ischemia bilateral legs
    • Severe bilateral leg artery pain
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I70223: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with rest pain, bilateral legs
    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Stenosis
    • Blocked Carotid Artery
    • Neck Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Narrowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries

    Also known as:

    • Varicose Veins
    • Spider Veins
    • Venous Insufficiency
    • Chronic Venous Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I83813: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with pain

    Also known as:

    • Aortic Aneurysm
    • Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
    • AAA
    • Aorta Bulge

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7140: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Arteriovenous Fistula
    • Arteriovenous Malformations
    • Fistulas
    • AV Fistula
    • Abnormal Blood Vessel Connection
    • Artery-Vein Connection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I770: Arteriovenous fistula, acquired

    What procedures does Dr. Palamara perform?

    As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Palamara 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. Palamara. 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:

    • Arteriovenous Fistula Creation
    • AV Fistula Surgery
    • Cimino Fistula
    • Vascular Access for Dialysis

    CPT Codes:

    • 36821: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; direct, any site (eg, Cimino type) (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Arm Artery Aneurysm Repair
    • Fistula Ligation or Banding
    • Dialysis Fistula or Graft Revision
    • Axillary-Brachial Artery Repair
    • Arm Artery Graft Surgery
    • Aneurysm Excision with Graft (Arm)
    • AV Fistula Closure
    • Fistula Banding
    • Angioaccess Revision
    • AV Fistula Repair
    • Dialysis Access Revision
    • Thrombectomy of Dialysis Graft

    CPT Codes:

    • 35011: Direct repair of aneurysm, pseudoaneurysm, or excision (partial or total) and graft insertion, with or without patch graft; for aneurysm and associated occlusive disease, axillary-brachial artery, by arm incision
    • 37607: Ligation or banding of angioaccess arteriovenous fistula
    • 36833: Revision, open, arteriovenous fistula; with thrombectomy, autogenous or nonautogenous dialysis graft (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Creation of AV Fistula with Graft for Dialysis
    • Arteriovenous Fistula Creation (Graft)
    • Dialysis Access Graft
    • Non-Autogenous AV Fistula
    • Synthetic Graft for Dialysis

    CPT Codes:

    • 36830: Creation of arteriovenous fistula by other than direct arteriovenous anastomosis (separate procedure); nonautogenous graft (eg, biological collagen, thermoplastic graft)

    Also known as:

    • Basilic Vein Transposition for Dialysis Access
    • AV Fistula Creation
    • Basilic Vein Fistula
    • Dialysis Access Fistula
    • Upper Arm AV Fistula

    CPT Codes:

    • 36819: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; by upper arm basilic vein transposition

    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:

    • Removal of Tunneled Central Venous Catheter
    • Central Line Removal
    • Tunneled Catheter Extraction
    • Venous Access Device Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 36589: Removal of tunneled central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump

    Also known as:

    • Dialysis Access Balloon Angioplasty
    • Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
    • Dialysis Graft Angioplasty
    • Central Dialysis Segment Angioplasty
    • AV Fistula Angioplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 36907: Transluminal balloon angioplasty, central dialysis segment, performed through dialysis circuit, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation required to perform the angioplasty (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Open Thrombectomy for Dialysis Fistula/Graft
    • Fistula Declotting
    • Dialysis Graft Thrombectomy
    • AV Fistula Clot Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 36831: Thrombectomy, open, arteriovenous fistula without revision, autogenous or nonautogenous dialysis graft (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Dialysis Access Check and Imaging
    • Dialysis Circuit Angiography
    • Fistula/Graft Evaluation
    • Dialysis Access Diagnostic Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 36901: 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;

    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

    Also known as:

    • Femoral Artery Blockage Removal
    • Femoral thromboendarterectomy
    • Common femoral artery plaque removal
    • Leg artery clot removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 35371: Thromboendarterectomy, including patch graft, if performed; common femoral

    Also known as:

    • Iliac Artery Blood Flow Restoration with Balloon Angioplasty
    • Iliac Artery Angioplasty
    • Endovascular Iliac Revascularization
    • Pelvic Artery Widening

    CPT Codes:

    • 37220: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, iliac artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with transluminal angioplasty

    Does Dr. Palamara accept my insurance?

    Dr. Palamara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 265-4664 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Palamara accept in Hollywood, FL?

    Dr. Palamara in Hollywood, FL 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

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Palamara's office located?

    Dr. Arthur Palamara's Primary Practice

    1150 N 35th Ave Ste 460

    Hollywood, FL 33021

    (954) 265-4664

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    Dr. Arthur Palamara's Practice 2

    2205 N University Dr

    Pembroke Pines, FL 33024

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    Dr. Arthur Palamara's Practice 3

    3850 Hollywood Blvd Ste 302

    Hollywood, FL 33021

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

    Dr. Palamara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639145774.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Palamara?

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

    What is Dr. Arthur Palamara's specialty?

    Dr. Palamara is a Vascular Surgeon near Hollywood, FL. A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. Contact Dr. Palamara to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Arthur Palamara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Palamara is affiliated with Memorial Regional 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 Arthur Palamara accepting new patients in Hollywood, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Arthur Palamara is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Arthur Palamara offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Palamara's office at (954) 265-4664 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Arthur Palamara?

    Please contact Dr. Palamara's office at (954) 265-4664 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Arthur Palamara have?

    Dr. Arthur Palamara is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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