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Dr. Michael Farooq, MD

Dr. Michael Farooq, MD

Anaheim, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Farooq, Vascular Surgeon in Anaheim, CA?

    Dr. Michael Farooq, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Anaheim, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Farooq is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Farooq’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Farooq’s office at (714) 279-4380.

    Is Dr. Farooq board certified as a Vascular Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Farooq, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Farooq speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease
    • PAD from Diabetes
    • Circulation Problems from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1151: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy without gangrene
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Heart Disease Screening
    • Vascular Disease Check
    • Cardiac Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders

    Also known as:

    • Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-cardiac surgery care
    • Vascular surgery aftercare
    • Heart surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system

    Also known as:

    • Dialysis Dependence
    • Dialysis
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Dialysis
    • Renal Replacement Therapy
    • On Dialysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

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

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

    • Revision of Arteriovenous (AV) Fistula
    • AV fistula repair
    • Dialysis graft revision
    • Open AV fistula revision

    CPT Codes:

    • 36832: Revision, open, arteriovenous fistula; without thrombectomy, autogenous or nonautogenous dialysis graft (separate procedure)

    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:

    • 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)

    Does Dr. Farooq accept my insurance?

    Dr. Farooq accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 279-4380 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Farooq accept in Anaheim, CA?

    Dr. Farooq in Anaheim, 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

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Seaside Health Plan

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Farooq's office located?

    Dr. Michael Farooq's Primary Practice

    441 N Lakeview Ave

    Anaheim, CA 92807

    (714) 279-4380

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    Dr. Michael Farooq's Practice 2

    6670 Alton Pkwy

    Irvine, CA 92618

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    Dr. Michael Farooq's Practice 3

    3430 E La Palma Ave

    Anaheim, CA 92806

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

    Dr. Farooq's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316018203.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Farooq?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Farooq's specialty?

    Dr. Farooq is a Vascular Surgeon near Anaheim, 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. Michael Farooq affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Farooq is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center 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

    When to see a Vascular Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Michael Farooq accepting new patients in Anaheim, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Farooq is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Farooq offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Farooq's office at (714) 279-4380 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Farooq?

    Please contact Dr. Farooq's office at (714) 279-4380 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Farooq have?

    Dr. Michael Farooq is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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