24 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mcguinness, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Walnut Creek, CA?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Mcguinness?
Dr. Brian Mcguinness, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Mcguinness empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Colon & Rectal Cancer, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Minimally Invasive Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Walnut Creek, CA community, Dr. Mcguinness is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Mcguinness go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Texas Colo-Rectal Clinic
Residency: Oh State University Hospital | Ohio State University Medical Center | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program
Medical School: Tulane University of Louisiana -- | Tulane Univ School of Medicine
Is Dr. Mcguinness board certified as a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
Yes, Dr. Brian Mcguinness, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Mcguinness speak?
Dr. Mcguinness and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Spanish
What conditions does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Mcguinness typically treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Mcguinness 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. Mcguinness. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Unspecified Injury
- General injury
- Injury, unknown type
- Trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- T1490XA: Injury, unspecified, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure After Procedure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden breathing failure after surgery
- Acute post-op respiratory arrest
- Acute post-surgical breathing failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J95821: Acute postprocedural respiratory failure
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
Also known as:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Other Anal and Rectal Condition
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Disorder
- Proctitis
- Anal Disorders
- Rectal Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6289: Other specified diseases of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoids
- Piles
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
ICD-10 Codes:
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
What procedures does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Mcguinness typically perform?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Mcguinness 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. Mcguinness. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Rigid Proctosigmoidoscopy
- Diagnostic Proctosigmoidoscopy
- Rectal and Lower Colon Scope
- Rigid Sigmoidoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 45300: Proctosigmoidoscopy, rigid; diagnostic, with or without collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Removal of Multiple Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoidectomy
- Internal and External Hemorrhoid Surgery
- Piles Removal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 46260: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, 2 or more columns/groups;
Also known as:
- Seton Placement
- Fistula Seton Insertion
- Drainage Seton Placement
- Anal Fistula Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 46020: Placement of seton
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula Surgery
- Fistulectomy
- Fistulotomy
- Intersphincteric Fistula Repair
- Perianal Fistula Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 46275: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); intersphincteric
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
Does Dr. Mcguinness accept my insurance?
Dr. Mcguinness accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 274-9000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mcguinness accept in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Mcguinness in Walnut Creek, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Mcguinness' office located?
Dr. Brian Mcguinness' Primary Practice
365 Lennon Ln Ste 290
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
(925) 274-9000
What hospitals are Dr. Mcguinness affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Mcguinness has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Mcguinness's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mcguinness's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891870770.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mcguinness?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mcguinness