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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vander Werf, Internist in Clovis, CA?
Dr. Brian Vander Werf, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Clovis, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Vander Werf is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vander Werf’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vander Werf’s office at (559) 324-4000.
What languages does Dr. Vander Werf speak?
Dr. Vander Werf and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Vander Werf typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Vander Werf 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. Vander Werf. 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:
- Uncomplicated Childbirth
- Childbirth
- Normal Delivery
- Natural Birth
- Vaginal Delivery
ICD-10 Codes:
- O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Previous C-section Scar During Pregnancy
- Cesarean Delivery
- Prior Cesarean Section
- Uterine Scar from C-section
- C-section History in Pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- O34219: Maternal care for unspecified type scar from previous cesarean delivery
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Vander Werf typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Vander Werf 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. Vander Werf. 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:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (No Imaging)
- Lower Back Epidural Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Pain Injection (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
- 62322: 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); without imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Abdominal Nerve Block Injection
- TAP Block
- Rectus Sheath Block
- Abdominal Plane Block
CPT Codes:
- 64486: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) unilateral; by injection(s) (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
Does Dr. Vander Werf accept my insurance?
Dr. Vander Werf accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (559) 324-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vander Werf accept in Clovis, CA?
Dr. Vander Werf in Clovis, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Bright Health
Centene Corporation
Central Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vander Werf's office located?
Dr. Brian Vander Werf's Primary Practice
2755 Herndon Ave
Clovis, CA 93611
(559) 324-4000
What is Dr. Vander Werf's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vander Werf's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881030674.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vander Werf?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vander Werf
What is Dr. Brian Vander Werf's specialty?
Dr. Vander Werf is a Internist near Clovis, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Brian Vander Werf affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vander Werf is affiliated with Clovis Community Medical Center, Community Regional Medical Center - Fresno 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 Brian Vander Werf accepting new patients in Clovis, CA?
Yes, Dr. Brian Vander Werf is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brian Vander Werf offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vander Werf's office at (559) 324-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brian Vander Werf?
Please contact Dr. Vander Werf's office at (559) 324-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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