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Dr. Alexander Hou, MD

Vascular Surgeon

Cold Spring, KY

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hou, Vascular Surgeon in Cold Spring, KY?

    Dr. Alexander Hou, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Cold Spring, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years. Dr. Hou graduated from Rutgers and completed his residency at Drexel Univ College Of Med (McP Hahnemann), Philadelphia. Dr. Hou is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hou’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hou’s office at (859) 344-1600.

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

    • Residency: Drexel Univ College Of Med (McP Hahnemann), Philadelphia

    • Medical School: Rutgers

    What languages does Dr. Hou speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English

    What conditions does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Hou typically treat?

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

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • 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:

    • Other Soft Tissue Disorder
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Muscle and connective tissue problems
    • Uncommon soft tissue conditions
    • Various soft tissue ailments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I83893: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with other complications

    What procedures does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Hou typically perform?

    As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Hou 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. Hou. 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

    Does Dr. Hou accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hou accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 344-1600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hou accept in Cold Spring, KY?

    Dr. Hou in Cold Spring, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • Custom Design Benefits

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of Ohio

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    Where is Dr. Hou's office located?

    Dr. Alexander Hou's Primary Practice

    3700 Alexandria Pike

    Cold Spring, KY 41076

    (859) 344-1600

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    Dr. Alexander Hou's Practice 2

    1 Medical Village Dr

    Edgewood, KY 41017

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    Dr. Alexander Hou's Practice 3

    580 S Loop Rd

    Edgewood, KY 41017

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    What hospitals are Dr. Hou affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Hou has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    St. Elizabeth Edgewood Hospital,Edgewood, KY
    St. Elizabeth Ft. Thomas Hospital,Fort Thomas, KY
    St. Elizabeth Grant Hospital,Williamstown, KY

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

    Dr. Hou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396820809.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hou?

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

    What is Dr. Alexander Hou's specialty?

    Dr. Hou is a Vascular Surgeon near Cold Spring, KY.

    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 Dr. Alexander Hou affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hou is affiliated with St. Elizabeth Florence, Uk King's Daughters Medical Center 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 Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Alexander Hou accepting new patients in Cold Spring, KY?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Hou is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexander Hou offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hou's office at (859) 344-1600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alexander Hou?

    Please contact Dr. Hou's office at (859) 344-1600 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hou's office located?

    Dr. Hou's offices are located in Cold Spring, KY and Edgewood, KY.