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Who is Dr. Lucas, Vascular Surgeon in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Sarah Lucas, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA. Dr. Lucas is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lucas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lucas’s office at (858) 550-0330.
What languages does Dr. Lucas speak?
Dr. Lucas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Lucas typically treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Lucas 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. Lucas. 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
- Inflamed Varicose Veins
- Varicose Veins in Right Leg with Inflammation
- Spider Veins
- Venous Insufficiency
- Chronic Venous Disease
- Phlebitis
- Superficial Thrombophlebitis
- Inflamed Veins
- Phlebitis of Varicose Veins
- Venous Insufficiency with Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83813: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with pain
- I83893: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with other complications
- I8312: Varicose veins of left lower extremity with inflammation
- I8311: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with inflammation
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
What procedures does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Lucas typically perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Lucas 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. Lucas. 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:
- Foam Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
- Varicose vein foam injection
- Ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy
- Saphenous vein treatment
- Sclerotherapy for veins
- Foam injection for varicose veins
- Varicose vein injection
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)
- 36466: Injection of non-compounded foam sclerosant with ultrasound compression maneuvers to guide dispersion of the injectate, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring; multiple incompetent truncal veins (eg, great saphenous vein, accessory saphenous vein), same leg
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:
- Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
- Vein Injection Therapy
- Varicose Vein Sclerosing
- Chemical Ablation of Veins
CPT Codes:
- 36471: Injection of sclerosant; multiple incompetent veins (other than telangiectasia), same leg
Does Dr. Lucas accept my insurance?
Dr. Lucas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 550-0330 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lucas accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Lucas in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Lucas' office located?
Dr. Sarah Lucas' Primary Practice
9850 Genesee Ave Ste 410
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 550-0330
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Sarah Lucas?
Dr. Lucas has appointments available at her La Jolla, CA office. Please select a date and time below.
What is Dr. Lucas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lucas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952537326.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lucas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lucas
What is Dr. Sarah Lucas's specialty?
Dr. Lucas is a Vascular Surgeon near La Jolla, 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 this Dr. Sarah Lucas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lucas is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 a Vascular Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sarah Lucas accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sarah Lucas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sarah Lucas offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Lucas, or call (858) 550-0330 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Sarah Lucas?
Please contact Dr. Lucas's office at (858) 550-0330 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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