Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cajas-Monson, Vascular Surgeon in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Luis Cajas-Monson, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in La Mesa, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cajas-Monson graduated from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD. Dr. Cajas-Monson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cajas-Monson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cajas-Monson’s office at (619) 543-6222.
Where did Dr. Cajas-Monson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD | UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego | Johns Hopkins School of Public Health, Baltimore, MD | Surgeon
What languages does Dr. Cajas-Monson speak?
Dr. Cajas-Monson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Cajas-Monson typically treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Cajas-Monson 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. Cajas-Monson. 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:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Varicose Veins
- Spider Veins
- Venous Insufficiency
- Chronic Venous Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83813: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with pain
Also known as:
- Localized Swelling
- Edema
- Localized Edema
- Fluid Retention
- Swelling in one area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R600: Localized edema
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. Cajas-Monson typically perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Cajas-Monson 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. Cajas-Monson. 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:
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Non-Heart Vessels)
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Additional Non-Coronary Vessel)
- IVUS (Non-Coronary)
- Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Artery Ultrasound
- IVUS for Blood Vessels
- Non-Coronary Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Blood Vessel Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 37252: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; initial noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 37253: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; each additional noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Creation of AV Fistula with Graft for Dialysis
- Arteriovenous Fistula Creation (Graft)
- Dialysis Access Graft
- Non-Autogenous AV Fistula
- Synthetic Graft for Dialysis
CPT Codes:
- 36830: Creation of arteriovenous fistula by other than direct arteriovenous anastomosis (separate procedure); nonautogenous graft (eg, biological collagen, thermoplastic graft)
Does Dr. Cajas-Monson accept my insurance?
Dr. Cajas-Monson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 543-6222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cajas-Monson accept in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Cajas-Monson in La Mesa, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Community Health Group
Medicare
Molina
Molina Healthcare
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Cajas-Monson's office located?
Dr. Luis Cajas-Monson's Primary Practice
5555 Grossmont Center Dr
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 543-6222
What is Dr. Cajas-Monson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cajas-Monson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972821411.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cajas-Monson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cajas-Monson
What is Dr. Luis Cajas-Monson's specialty?
Dr. Cajas-Monson is a Vascular Surgeon near La Mesa, 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. Luis Cajas-Monson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cajas-Monson is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Coronado Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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 Luis Cajas-Monson accepting new patients in La Mesa, CA?
Yes, Dr. Luis Cajas-Monson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Luis Cajas-Monson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cajas-Monson's office at (619) 543-6222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Luis Cajas-Monson?
Please contact Dr. Cajas-Monson's office at (619) 543-6222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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