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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Varma, Diagnostic Radiologist in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Rakesh Varma, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Varma is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Varma’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Varma’s office at (205) 297-9411.
Is Dr. Varma board certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Rakesh Varma, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Varma speak?
Dr. Varma and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Varma typically treat?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Varma 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. Varma. 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:
- 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:
- Fluid in Abdomen
- Liver Disease
- Ascites
- Abdominal fluid buildup
- Peritoneal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- R188: Other ascites
Also known as:
- Catheter Management
- Catheter adjustment
- Catheter care
- Non-vascular catheter maintenance
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4682: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of non-vascular catheter
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:
- Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
- Urological Device Fitting
- Bladder Device Adjustment
- Catheter Fitting
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device
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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy Care
- Ostomy
- G-tube Care
- Feeding Tube Management
- Stomach Tube Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z431: Encounter for attention to gastrostomy
What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Varma typically perform?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Varma 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. Varma. 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:
- Liver Biopsy (Needle)
- Kidney Biopsy
- Lung or Chest Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Percutaneous liver biopsy
- Needle liver sample
- Liver tissue biopsy
- Liver needle aspiration
- Renal biopsy
- Percutaneous kidney biopsy
- Needle kidney biopsy
- Percutaneous lung biopsy
- Mediastinum core needle biopsy
- Image-guided lung biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous
- 50200: Renal biopsy; percutaneous, by trocar or needle
- 32408: Core needle biopsy, lung or mediastinum, percutaneous, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Gastro-Jejunostomy Tube Replacement
- Percutaneous GJ Tube Replacement
- Feeding Tube Change (GJ)
- GJ Tube Exchange
CPT Codes:
- 49452: Replacement of gastro-jejunostomy tube, percutaneous, under fluoroscopic guidance including contrast injection(s), image documentation and report
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:
- Exchange of Kidney Drainage Catheter
- Nephrostomy tube exchange
- Percutaneous nephrostomy catheter change
- Kidney drainage tube replacement
- Nephrostogram with catheter exchange
CPT Codes:
- 50435: Exchange nephrostomy catheter, percutaneous, including diagnostic nephrostogram and/or ureterogram when performed, imaging guidance (eg, ultrasound and/or fluoroscopy) and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation
Does Dr. Varma accept my insurance?
Dr. Varma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 297-9411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Varma accept in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Varma in Dallas, TX 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 Alabama
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Humana
Keenan & Associates
Medicare
SeniorSelect Partners LLC (AL)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Varma's office located?
Dr. Rakesh Varma's Primary Practice
6201 Harry Hines Blvd
Dallas, TX 75235
(205) 297-9411
What is Dr. Varma's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Varma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053551333.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Varma?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Varma
What is Dr. Rakesh Varma's specialty?
Dr. Varma is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Dallas, TX.
What does a Diagnostic Radiologist do?
A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions.
Is this Dr. Rakesh Varma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Varma is affiliated with Grandview Medical Center - Birmingham, Al 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 Rakesh Varma accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?
Yes, Dr. Rakesh Varma is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rakesh Varma offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Varma's office at (205) 297-9411 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rakesh Varma?
Please contact Dr. Varma's office at (205) 297-9411 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rakesh Varma have?
Dr. Rakesh Varma is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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