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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Runge, Vascular Surgeon in Riverside, CA?
Dr. Sara Runge, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Riverside, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Runge is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Runge’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Runge’s office at (213) 281-9405.
What languages does Dr. Runge speak?
Dr. Runge and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Runge typically treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Runge 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. Runge. 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:
- Varicose Veins
- Spider Veins
- Venous Insufficiency
- Chronic Venous Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83813: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with pain
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease
- PAD from Diabetes
- Circulation Problems from Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1151: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy without gangrene
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Runge typically perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Runge 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. Runge. 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:
- Vein Closure with Chemical Adhesive
- Endovenous Chemical Ablation
- Varicose Vein Glue Treatment
- Cyanoacrylate Vein Ablation
- VenaSeal Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 36482: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, by transcatheter delivery of a chemical adhesive (eg, cyanoacrylate) remote from the access site, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous; first vein treated
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:
- Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
- Vein Injection Therapy
- Varicose Vein Sclerosing
- Chemical Ablation of Veins
CPT Codes:
- 36471: Injection of sclerosant; multiple incompetent veins (other than telangiectasia), same leg
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:
- 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)
Does Dr. Runge accept my insurance?
Dr. Runge accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (213) 281-9405 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Runge accept in Riverside, CA?
Dr. Runge in Riverside, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Runge's office located?
What is Dr. Runge's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Runge's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740414606.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Runge?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Runge
What is Dr. Sara Runge's specialty?
Dr. Runge is a Vascular Surgeon near Riverside, CA.
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 this Dr. Sara Runge affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Runge is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center, Casa Colina Hospital And Centers For Healthcare, Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, St. Bernardine 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
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Is Sara Runge accepting new patients in Riverside, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sara Runge is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sara Runge offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Runge's office at (213) 281-9405 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sara Runge?
Please contact Dr. Runge's office at (213) 281-9405 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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