Dr. Giridhar Shivaram, MD
Seattle, WA
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Shivaram, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Giridhar Shivaram, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA. He is board certified. Dr. Shivaram completed his residency at Radiology, University of Washington, Seattle. Dr. Shivaram is fluent in English, Kannada, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shivaram’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shivaram’s office at (206) 987-2000.
Where did Dr. Shivaram go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Radiology, University of Washington, Seattle
Is Dr. Shivaram board certified as a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Giridhar Shivaram, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Shivaram speak?
Dr. Shivaram and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Kannada
Spanish
What conditions does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Shivaram typically treat?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Shivaram 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. Shivaram. 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:
- Digestive Ostomy Care
- Ostomy
- Gastrointestinal Stoma Care
- Digestive Tract Artificial Opening Care
- Colostomy Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z434: Encounter for attention to other artificial openings of digestive tract
Also known as:
- Other Birth Defects of Peripheral Blood Vessels
- Peripheral Vascular Malformation
- Birth Defects
- Congenital Peripheral Vascular Malformations
- Abnormalities of Outer Blood Vessels at Birth
- Various Peripheral Vascular Anomalies
- Blood Vessel Birth Defect
- Vascular Anomaly
- Limb Vascular Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q278: Other specified congenital malformations of peripheral vascular system
- Q279: Congenital malformation of peripheral vascular system, unspecified
Also known as:
- Kidney Transplant Aftercare
- Kidney Transplantation
- Post-kidney transplant care
- Kidney transplant follow-up
- Renal transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
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:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Fluid in Abdomen
- Liver Disease
- Ascites
- Abdominal fluid buildup
- Peritoneal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- R188: Other ascites
What procedures does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Shivaram typically perform?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Shivaram 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. Shivaram. 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:
- 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:
- Kidney Biopsy
- Liver Biopsy (Needle)
- Renal biopsy
- Percutaneous kidney biopsy
- Needle kidney biopsy
- Percutaneous liver biopsy
- Needle liver sample
- Liver tissue biopsy
- Liver needle aspiration
CPT Codes:
- 50200: Renal biopsy; percutaneous, by trocar or needle
- 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous
Also known as:
- Feeding Tube Conversion (Stomach to Small Intestine)
- G-tube to J-tube Conversion
- Percutaneous Gastrostomy Conversion
- Gastro-Jejunostomy Tube Placement
CPT Codes:
- 49446: Conversion of gastrostomy tube to gastro-jejunostomy tube, percutaneous, under fluoroscopic guidance including contrast injection(s), image documentation and report
Also known as:
- Venous Embolization
- Vein Occlusion Procedure
- Vascular Malformation Embolization
- Varicocele Embolization
CPT Codes:
- 37241: Vascular embolization or occlusion, inclusive of all radiological supervision and interpretation, intraprocedural roadmapping, and imaging guidance necessary to complete the intervention; venous, other than hemorrhage (eg, congenital or acquired venous malformations, venous and capillary hemangiomas, varices, varicoceles)
Also known as:
- Lymph Node X-ray Injection
- Lymphangiography Injection
- Lymphatic System Imaging
- Lymph Vessel Contrast Injection
CPT Codes:
- 38790: Injection procedure; lymphangiography
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection with Imaging
- Epidural Steroid Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Pain Management Injection
CPT Codes:
- 62323: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); with imaging guidance (ie, fluoroscopy or CT)
Also known as:
- Bone Cyst Aspiration and Injection
- Bone cyst drainage and injection
- Cyst aspiration in bone
- Bone lesion injection
CPT Codes:
- 20615: Aspiration and injection for treatment of bone cyst
Does Dr. Shivaram accept my insurance?
Dr. Shivaram accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 987-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shivaram accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Shivaram in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
Cigna Group
Community Health Network of Washington
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Molina Healthcare
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shivaram's office located?
Dr. Giridhar Shivaram's Primary Practice
4800 Sand Point Way NE
Seattle, WA 98105
(206) 987-2000
What is Dr. Shivaram's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shivaram's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558517680.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shivaram?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shivaram
What is Dr. Giridhar Shivaram's specialty?
Dr. Shivaram is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near Seattle, WA.
What does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist do?
A vascular and interventional radiologist is responsible to diagnose and treat diseases using various imaging modalities, including fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography, and magnetic resonance imaging.
Is this Dr. Giridhar Shivaram affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shivaram is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Seattle Childrens Hospital, Cascade Valley Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Giridhar Shivaram accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Giridhar Shivaram is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Giridhar Shivaram offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shivaram's office at (206) 987-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Giridhar Shivaram?
Please contact Dr. Shivaram's office at (206) 987-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Giridhar Shivaram have?
Dr. Giridhar Shivaram is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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