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36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Ridge, Surgeon in Wheat Ridge, CO?
Dr. Brian Ridge, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Wheat Ridge, CO. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Ridge graduated from University of Utah Sch of Medicine and completed his residency at Mass Gen Hosp, Vascular Surgery; Mass Gen Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Ridge is fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ridge’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ridge’s office at (303) 431-2900.
Where did Dr. Ridge go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Massachusetts General Hospital
Residency: Mass Gen Hosp, Vascular Surgery; Mass Gen Hosp, General Surgery | Mass Gen Hospital | Massachusetts General Hospital
Medical School: University of Ut Sch of Med, Salt Lake Cty Ut | University of Utah Sch of Medicine
Is Dr. Ridge board certified in Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Brian Ridge, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Ridge speak?
Dr. Ridge and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Ridge treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Ridge 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. Ridge. 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.
Also known as:
- Varicose Veins
- Spider Veins
- Venous Insufficiency
- Chronic Venous Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83893: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with other complications
- I83891: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with other complications
- I83892: Varicose veins of left lower extremity with other complications
What procedures does Dr. Ridge perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Ridge 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. Ridge. 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.
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:
- Foam Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
- Laser Treatment for Varicose Veins
- Sclerotherapy for veins
- Foam injection for varicose veins
- Ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy
- Varicose vein injection
- Endovenous Laser Ablation
- Vein Laser Therapy
- Varicose Vein Laser Surgery
- Incompetent Vein Ablation
CPT Codes:
- 36466: Injection of non-compounded foam sclerosant with ultrasound compression maneuvers to guide dispersion of the injectate, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring; multiple incompetent truncal veins (eg, great saphenous vein, accessory saphenous vein), same leg
- 36478: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, laser; first vein treated
Also known as:
- Laser Treatment for Varicose Veins (Additional Veins)
- Endovenous laser ablation
- Varicose vein laser treatment
- Vein ablation therapy
- Percutaneous laser vein treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36479: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, laser; subsequent vein(s) treated in a single extremity, each through separate access sites (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Ridge accept my insurance?
Dr. Ridge accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 431-2900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ridge accept in Wheat Ridge, CO?
Dr. Ridge in Wheat Ridge, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Cigna
Community Health Network
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
IHC / SelectHealth
Spectrum
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ridge's office located?
What is Dr. Ridge's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ridge's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386718088.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ridge?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ridge
What is Dr. Brian Ridge's specialty?
Dr. Ridge is a Surgeon near Wheat Ridge, CO. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Ridge to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Brian Ridge affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ridge is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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
Where can I learn more about Surgeon?
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Is Brian Ridge accepting new patients in Wheat Ridge, CO?
Yes, Dr. Brian Ridge is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Ridge offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ridge's office at (303) 431-2900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Ridge?
Please contact Dr. Ridge's office at (303) 431-2900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Ridge have?
Dr. Brian Ridge is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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