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Who is Dr. Busken, Vascular Surgeon in Live Oak, TX?
Dr. Christopher Busken, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Live Oak, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Busken is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Busken’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Busken’s office.
Where did Dr. Busken go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Missouri / Columbia Campus
What languages does Dr. Busken speak?
Dr. Busken and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Busken typically treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Busken 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. Busken. 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:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Vein Compression
- Vascular Disease
- Venous Compression Syndrome
- Pinched Vein
- Vein Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- I871: Compression of vein
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Bilateral leg claudication
- PAD both legs pain with activity
- Both legs artery pain when walking
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease
- PAD from Diabetes
- Circulation Problems from Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1151: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy without gangrene
What procedures does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Busken typically perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Busken 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. Busken. 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:
- Specialized Vein Catheter Placement
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Selective Venous Catheterization
- Deep Vein Catheter Insertion
- Diagnostic Vein Catheter
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36012: Selective catheter placement, venous system; second order, or more selective, branch (eg, left adrenal vein, petrosal sinus)
- 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:
- Vein Stent Placement
- Transcatheter Vein Stenting
- Intravascular Vein Stent
- Percutaneous Vein Angioplasty and Stent
CPT Codes:
- 37238: Transcatheter placement of an intravascular stent(s), open or percutaneous, including radiological supervision and interpretation and including angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed; initial vein
Also known as:
- Additional Vein Stent Placement
- Intravascular Vein Stent
- Percutaneous Vein Stenting
- Venous Stent Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 37239: Transcatheter placement of an intravascular stent(s), open or percutaneous, including radiological supervision and interpretation and including angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed; each additional vein (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Does Dr. Busken accept my insurance?
Dr. Busken accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Busken accept in Live Oak, TX?
Dr. Busken in Live Oak, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Oscar Health
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Busken's office located?
What is Dr. Busken's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Busken's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548313455.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Busken?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Busken
What is Dr. Christopher Busken's specialty?
Dr. Busken is a Vascular Surgeon near Live Oak, TX.
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. Christopher Busken affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Busken is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio, Resolute Baptist Hospital, Christus Santa Rosa Hospital-New Braunfels 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 Christopher Busken accepting new patients in Live Oak, TX?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Busken is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Busken offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Busken's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Busken?
Please contact Dr. Busken's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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