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Dr. Michael O'brien, MD

Lakewood, CO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. O'brien, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in Lakewood, CO?

    Dr. Michael O'brien, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in Lakewood, CO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. O'brien graduated from University of Vermont, College of Medicine, Burlington and completed his residency at Stanford Univ Hosp, Neurology; Advocate Lutheran Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. O'brien is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. O'brien’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. O'brien’s office at (620) 272-2276.

    Where did Dr. O'brien go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Stanford Univ Hosp, Neurology; Advocate Lutheran Gen Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Vermont, College of Medicine, Burlington

    Is Dr. O'brien board certified as a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Michael O'brien, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

    What languages does Dr. O'brien speak?

    Dr. O'brien and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. O'brien typically treat?

    As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. O'brien 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. O'brien. 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:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    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:

    • 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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    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:

    • Low Blood Oxygen
    • Lung Disease
    • Hypoxemia
    • Reduced oxygen in blood
    • Oxygen deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0902: Hypoxemia

    What procedures does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. O'brien typically perform?

    As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. O'brien 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. O'brien. 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:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
    • Central Line Explant
    • Port-a-Cath Removal
    • Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
    • Tunneled Catheter Extraction

    CPT Codes:

    • 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion

    Also known as:

    • Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
    • Biopsy
    • Bone Marrow Tests
    • Bone Marrow Exam
    • Bone Marrow Sample Collection
    • Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)

    Also known as:

    • Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Ultrasound
    • FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
    • Image-Guided Biopsy
    • Fine Needle Aspiration
    • First Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
    • Image-Guided Abdominal Fluid Drainage
    • Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
    • Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
    • Fluid Removal from Belly
    • Percutaneous fluid drainage
    • Abscess drainage with imaging
    • Peritoneal fluid aspiration

    CPT Codes:

    • 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
    • 49406: Image-guided fluid collection drainage by catheter (eg, abscess, hematoma, seroma, lymphocele, cyst); peritoneal or retroperitoneal, percutaneous

    Also known as:

    • Fluid Removal from Lung Area with Imaging Guidance
    • Thoracentesis
    • Pleural Fluid Aspiration
    • Lung Tap
    • Fluid Drainage from Chest

    CPT Codes:

    • 32555: Thoracentesis, needle or catheter, aspiration of the pleural space; with imaging guidance

    Does Dr. O'brien accept my insurance?

    Dr. O'brien accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (620) 272-2276 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. O'brien accept in Lakewood, CO?

    Dr. O'brien in Lakewood, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of Colorado

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. O'brien's office located?

    Dr. Michael O'brien's Primary Practice

    11600 W 2nd Pl

    Lakewood, CO 80228

    (620) 272-2276

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    Dr. Michael O'brien's Practice 2

    7375 W 52nd Ave Ste 210

    Arvada, CO 80002

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    Dr. Michael O'brien's Practice 3

    9205 S Broadway Ste 101

    Highlands Ranch, CO 80129

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

    Dr. O'brien's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720168172.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. O'brien?

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

    What is Dr. Michael O'brien's specialty?

    Dr. O'brien is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near Lakewood, CO.

    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. Michael O'brien affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. O'brien is affiliated with Commonspirit - St. Catherine Hospital - Dodge City, Hca Healthone Swedish, Intermountain Health - Good Samaritan Hospital, Hca Healthone Aurora, Hca Healthone Mountain Ridge 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

    When to see a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist. Explore 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 Michael O'brien accepting new patients in Lakewood, CO?

    Yes, Dr. Michael O'brien is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael O'brien offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. O'brien's office at (620) 272-2276 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael O'brien?

    Please contact Dr. O'brien's office at (620) 272-2276 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael O'brien have?

    Dr. Michael O'brien is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

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