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24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. French, Interventional Cardiologist in Merrillville, IN?
Dr. Matthew French, MD is an Interventional Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Merrillville, IN. He has been practicing for over 24 years. Dr. French is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. French’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. French’s office at (937) 494-5988.
What languages does Dr. French speak?
Dr. French and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. French typically treat?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. French 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. French. 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
- I83891: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with other complications
- I83892: Varicose veins of left lower extremity with other complications
Also known as:
- Second Degree Hemorrhoids
- Third Degree Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoids
- Internal hemorrhoids that prolapse
- Grade 2 hemorrhoids
- Moderate hemorrhoids
- Prolapsed hemorrhoids
- Grade 3 hemorrhoids
- Severe hemorrhoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- K641: Second degree hemorrhoids
- K642: Third degree hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Uterine Fibroids
- Leiomyoma of uterus
- Myoma
- Fibromyoma
- Uterine leiomyoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- D251: Intramural leiomyoma of uterus
What procedures does an Interventional Cardiologist like Dr. French typically perform?
As an Interventional Cardiologist, Dr. French 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. French. 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:
- Radiofrequency Vein Ablation
- Vein Closure with Chemical Adhesive
- Endovenous Radiofrequency Ablation
- RF Ablation for Varicose Veins
- Vein Closure Procedure
- Varicose Vein Treatment
- Endovenous Chemical Ablation
- Varicose Vein Glue Treatment
- Cyanoacrylate Vein Ablation
- VenaSeal Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 36475: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, radiofrequency; first vein treated
- 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:
- Foam Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
- Varicose vein foam injection
- Ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy
- Saphenous vein treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36465: Injection of non-compounded foam sclerosant with ultrasound compression maneuvers to guide dispersion of the injectate, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring; single incompetent extremity truncal vein (eg, great saphenous vein, accessory saphenous vein)
Also known as:
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Catheter Insertion
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
Also known as:
- Artery Blocking Procedure
- Vascular Occlusion
- Arterial Embolization
- Blood Vessel Coiling
- AVM Embolization
CPT Codes:
- 37242: Vascular embolization or occlusion, inclusive of all radiological supervision and interpretation, intraprocedural roadmapping, and imaging guidance necessary to complete the intervention; arterial, other than hemorrhage or tumor (eg, congenital or acquired arterial malformations, arteriovenous malformations, arteriovenous fistulas, aneurysms, pseudoaneurysms)
Does Dr. French accept my insurance?
Dr. French accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (937) 494-5988 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. French accept in Merrillville, IN?
Dr. French in Merrillville, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
SIHO Holding
State of Indiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. French's office located?
Dr. Matthew French's Primary Practice
371 E 84th Dr Ste 371C
Merrillville, IN 46410
(937) 494-5988
What is Dr. French's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. French's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295894574.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. French?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. French
What is Dr. Matthew French's specialty?
Dr. French is a Interventional Cardiologist near Merrillville, IN.
What does an Interventional Cardiologist do?
A branch of medicine within cardiology that employs advanced imaging and diagnostic techniques to assess blood flow and pressure in the coronary arteries and heart chambers. This specialty also utilizes technical procedures and medications to address abnormalities that affect cardiovascular function.
Is this Dr. Matthew French affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, French is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Community Hospital East. 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
When to see an Interventional Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Matthew French accepting new patients in Merrillville, IN?
Yes, Dr. Matthew French is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew French offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. French's office at (937) 494-5988 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Matthew French?
Please contact Dr. French's office at (937) 494-5988 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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