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Dr. Andrew Vardanian, MD

Plastic Surgeon, Surgeon, Critical Care Surgeon

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vardanian, Plastic Surgeon in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Andrew Vardanian, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Vardanian graduated from University of California. Dr. Vardanian is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vardanian’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vardanian’s office at (310) 206-3551.

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

    • Medical School: University of California

    Is Dr. Vardanian board certified as a Plastic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Andrew Vardanian, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Vardanian speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Vardanian typically treat?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Vardanian 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. Vardanian. 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:

    • Gangrene
    • Tissue Death
    • Necrosis
    • Dead Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I96: Gangrene, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Scar Tissue
    • Fibrotic Skin
    • Excessive Scarring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin

    Also known as:

    • Localized Swelling
    • Edema
    • Localized Edema
    • Fluid Retention
    • Swelling in one area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R600: Localized edema

    Also known as:

    • Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer
    • Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Right Lower Leg
    • Skin Condition
    • Open Sore
    • Skin Wound
    • Non-healing Wound
    • Non-Pressure Leg Sore
    • Persistent Leg Wound
    • Right Leg Skin Ulcer
    • Open Sore on Lower Leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L98492: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with fat layer exposed
    • L97812: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right lower leg with fat layer exposed

    Also known as:

    • Localized Fat Deposits
    • Obesity
    • Excess Fat in Specific Areas
    • Lipodystrophy
    • Regional Adiposity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E65: Localized adiposity

    What procedures does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Vardanian typically perform?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Vardanian 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. Vardanian. 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:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Skin and Tissue Debridement
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal
    • Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Debridement
    • Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Wound or Burn Site Preparation for Graft
    • Surgery
    • Surgical Wound Debridement
    • Burn Eschar Excision
    • Scar Contracture Release
    • Recipient Site Preparation

    CPT Codes:

    • 15002: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, trunk, arms, legs; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children

    Also known as:

    • Surgical Preparation for Skin Graft (Infants/Children)
    • Surgery
    • Wound Debridement for Graft
    • Burn Scar Release Surgery
    • Recipient Site Preparation for Skin Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 15004: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet and/or multiple digits; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children

    Also known as:

    • Panniculectomy (Lower Abdomen Skin Removal)
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Excess Skin Removal (Abdomen)
    • Infraumbilical Lipectomy
    • Tummy Tuck (Panniculectomy)
    • Abdominal Skin Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 15830: Excision, Excessive Skin And Subcutaneous Tissue (Includes Lipectomy); Abdomen, Infraumbilical Panniculectomy

    Also known as:

    • Surgical Preparation for Skin Graft (Additional Area)
    • Surgery
    • Wound Bed Preparation
    • Burn Eschar Excision
    • Scar Contracture Release
    • Recipient Site Creation

    CPT Codes:

    • 15003: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, trunk, arms, legs; each additional 100 sq cm, or part thereof, or each additional 1% of body area of infants and children (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Breast Reduction Surgery
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Reduction Mammoplasty
    • Breast Size Reduction
    • Mammoplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 19318: Breast reduction

    Also known as:

    • Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
    • Compression Bandage Application
    • Leg Compression System
    • Ankle and Foot Compression

    CPT Codes:

    • 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot

    Does Dr. Vardanian accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vardanian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 206-3551 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vardanian accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Vardanian in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Vardanian's office located?

    Dr. Andrew Vardanian's Primary Practice

    200 UCLA Medical Plz

    Los Angeles, CA 90095

    (310) 206-3551

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

    Dr. Vardanian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750439782.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vardanian?

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

    What is Dr. Andrew Vardanian's specialty?

    Dr. Vardanian is a Plastic Surgeon near Los Angeles, CA.

    What does a Plastic Surgeon do?

    A plastic surgeon specializes in repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Cosmetic surgery is a key aspect of this specialty, where surgeons apply aesthetic principles to enhance appearance and optimize reconstructive outcomes, addressing both normal structures and those requiring reconstruction.

    Is Dr. Andrew Vardanian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vardanian is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Ucla West Valley Medical Center, Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca) 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. Andrew Vardanian accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Andrew Vardanian is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Andrew Vardanian offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vardanian's office at (310) 206-3551 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Andrew Vardanian?

    Please contact Dr. Vardanian's office at (310) 206-3551 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Vardanian's office located?

    Dr. Vardanian's office is located in Los Angeles, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Andrew Vardanian have?

    Dr. Andrew Vardanian is certified by the American Board of Surgery.