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Dr. Joaquim Cerveira, MD

Dr. Joaquim Cerveira, MD

Vascular Surgeon

Panorama City, CA

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cerveira, Vascular Surgeon in Panorama City, CA?

    Dr. Joaquim Cerveira, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Panorama City, CA. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Cerveira graduated from New York University School of Medicine. Dr. Cerveira is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cerveira’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cerveira’s office at (818) 375-2000.

    Where did Dr. Cerveira go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: New York University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Cerveira board certified as a Vascular Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Joaquim Cerveira, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Cerveira speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

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

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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. Cerveira typically perform?

    As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Cerveira 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. Cerveira. 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
    • Endovenous Radiofrequency Ablation
    • RF Ablation for Varicose Veins
    • Vein Closure Procedure
    • Varicose Vein Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 36475: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, radiofrequency; first vein treated

    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)

    Also known as:

    • Arteriovenous Fistula Creation (Upper Arm)
    • Basilic Vein Transposition for Dialysis Access
    • AV Fistula Surgery
    • Cephalic Vein Transposition
    • Dialysis Access Creation
    • AV Fistula Creation
    • Basilic Vein Fistula
    • Dialysis Access Fistula
    • Upper Arm AV Fistula

    CPT Codes:

    • 36818: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; by upper arm cephalic vein transposition
    • 36819: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; by upper arm basilic vein transposition

    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:

    • Removal of Tunneled Central Venous Catheter
    • Central Line Removal
    • Tunneled Catheter Extraction
    • Venous Access Device Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 36589: Removal of tunneled central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump

    Does Dr. Cerveira accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cerveira accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 375-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cerveira accept in Panorama City, CA?

    Dr. Cerveira in Panorama City, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Apex Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • DaVita Medical Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Cerveira's office located?

    Dr. Joaquim Cerveira's Primary Practice

    13652 Cantara St

    Panorama City, CA 91402

    (818) 375-2000

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

    Dr. Cerveira's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932268695.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cerveira?

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

    What is Dr. Joaquim Cerveira's specialty?

    Dr. Cerveira is a Vascular Surgeon near Panorama City, 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 Dr. Joaquim Cerveira affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cerveira is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Adventist Health White Memorial, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital 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 Dr. Joaquim Cerveira accepting new patients in Panorama City, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Joaquim Cerveira is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joaquim Cerveira offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cerveira's office at (818) 375-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joaquim Cerveira?

    Please contact Dr. Cerveira's office at (818) 375-2000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Cerveira's office located?

    Dr. Cerveira's office is located in Panorama City, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joaquim Cerveira have?

    Dr. Joaquim Cerveira is certified by the American Board of Surgery.