
17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thiesing, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in Portland, OR?
Dr. John Thiesing, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in Portland, OR with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Thiesing completed his residency at Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Diagnostic Radiology; Providence Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Thiesing is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thiesing’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thiesing’s office at (503) 216-4830.
Where did Dr. Thiesing go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Diagnostic Radiology; Providence Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Or Hlth Sci Univ Sch of Med, Portland Or
Is Dr. Thiesing board certified as a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. John Thiesing, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Thiesing speak?
Dr. Thiesing and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Thiesing typically treat?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Thiesing 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. Thiesing. 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:
- Right Leg Pain
- Left Leg Pain
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right lower limb
- Right leg discomfort
- Aching right leg
- Pain in left lower limb
- Left leg discomfort
- Aching left leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79604: Pain in right leg
- M79605: Pain in left leg
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Localized Swelling
- Edema
- Localized Edema
- Fluid Retention
- Swelling in one area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R600: Localized edema
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 Soft Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle and connective tissue problems
- Uncommon soft tissue conditions
- Various soft tissue ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders
Also known as:
- Abnormal Liver or Bile Duct Imaging
- Abnormal liver scan
- Unusual bile duct imaging
- Liver imaging findings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R932: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of liver and biliary tract
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 & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Thiesing typically perform?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Thiesing 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. Thiesing. 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:
- 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:
- Long-Term Central Venous Catheter Insertion
- Tunneled central line placement
- Central venous access device insertion
- Hickman catheter insertion
- Broviac catheter insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36558: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Advanced Catheter Placement in Arteries
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Catheter Insertion
- Selective arterial catheterization
- Complex arterial catheter placement
- Vascular catheterization
- Angiography catheter placement
CPT Codes:
- 36247: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial third order or more selective abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
- 36248: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; additional second order, third order, and beyond, abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family (List in addition to code for initial second or third order vessel as appropriate)
Also known as:
- Vertebral Artery Angiography
- Brain and Neck Artery X-ray (Angiography)
- Cervicocerebral arch angiography
- Vertebral artery imaging
- Brain blood vessel scan
- Carotid artery angiography
- Cerebral angiography
- Intracranial carotid angiography
- Neck and brain blood vessel imaging
CPT Codes:
- 36226: Selective catheter placement, vertebral artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral vertebral circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the cervicocerebral arch, when performed
- 36224: Selective catheter placement, internal carotid artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral intracranial carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the extracranial carotid and cervicocerebral arch, when performed
Also known as:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Also known as:
- Blood Vessel Blocking for Tumors or Organ Problems
- Vascular embolization
- Artery occlusion for tumors
- Organ ischemia embolization
- Therapeutic embolization
CPT Codes:
- 37243: Vascular embolization or occlusion, inclusive of all radiological supervision and interpretation, intraprocedural roadmapping, and imaging guidance necessary to complete the intervention; for tumors, organ ischemia, or infarction
Does Dr. Thiesing accept my insurance?
Dr. Thiesing accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 216-4830 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thiesing accept in Portland, OR?
Dr. Thiesing in Portland, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Territories
All Other Third Party
Atrio Holding Company
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cambia Health Solutions
Cigna Group
HealthRight Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Thiesing's office located?
What is Dr. Thiesing's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thiesing's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225104599.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thiesing?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thiesing
What is Dr. John Thiesing's specialty?
Dr. Thiesing is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near Portland, OR.
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. John Thiesing affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thiesing is affiliated with Providence St. Vincent Medical Center, Providence Portland Medical Center, Providence Willamette Falls 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 John Thiesing accepting new patients in Portland, OR?
Yes, Dr. John Thiesing is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Thiesing offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thiesing's office at (503) 216-4830 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Thiesing?
Please contact Dr. Thiesing's office at (503) 216-4830 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Thiesing have?
Dr. John Thiesing is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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