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Dr. Paul Kaminsky, MD

Dr. Paul Kaminsky, MD

Vancouver, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kaminsky, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Vancouver, WA?

    Dr. Paul Kaminsky, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Vancouver, WA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kaminsky is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kaminsky’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kaminsky’s office at (503) 914-0024.

    What languages does Dr. Kaminsky speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Kaminsky treat?

    As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Kaminsky 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. Kaminsky. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of rectum
    • Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
    • Colon Cancer
    • Ascending Colon Cancer
    • Bowel Cancer
    • Colorectal Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
    • C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
    • C182: Malignant neoplasm of ascending colon

    Also known as:

    • Ileostomy Care
    • Colostomy Care
    • Ostomy
    • Ileostomy Management
    • Small Intestine Stoma Care
    • Ileostomy Follow-up
    • Stoma Care
    • Bowel Diversion Care
    • Ostomy Bag Management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z432: Encounter for attention to ileostomy
    • Z433: Encounter for attention to colostomy

    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:

    • Anal Fistula
    • Anal Disorder
    • Fistulas
    • Perianal Fistula
    • Fistula-in-Ano
    • Abnormal Anal Tract

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K603: Anal fistula

    Also known as:

    • Intestine Diverticulitis
    • Large Intestine Diverticulitis with Perforation and Abscess
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Abscess
    • Inflamed Bowel Diverticula
    • Bowel Diverticular Inflammation
    • Inflamed Colon Diverticula with Abscess
    • Perforated Large Bowel Diverticulitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5792: Diverticulitis of intestine, part unspecified, without perforation or abscess without bleeding
    • K5720: Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Other Anal and Rectal Condition
    • Anal Disorder
    • Rectal Disorder
    • Proctitis
    • Anal Disorders
    • Rectal Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K6289: Other specified diseases of anus and rectum

    Also known as:

    • Third Degree Hemorrhoids
    • Hemorrhoidal Skin Tags
    • Hemorrhoids
    • Prolapsed hemorrhoids
    • Grade 3 hemorrhoids
    • Severe hemorrhoids
    • Anal skin tags
    • Perianal skin tags
    • Leftover hemorrhoid skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K642: Third degree hemorrhoids
    • K644: Residual hemorrhoidal skin tags

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • Anal Bleeding
    • Blood in Stool
    • Lower GI Bleed

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum

    Also known as:

    • Other Muscle Disorder
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Various Muscle Conditions
    • Uncommon Muscle Problems
    • Specific Muscle Ailments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6289: Other specified disorders of muscle

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Prolapse
    • Pelvic Floor Disorder
    • Rectal Disorder
    • Protruding Rectum
    • Bowel Prolapse
    • Rectal Eversion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K623: Rectal prolapse

    Also known as:

    • Non-cancerous Rectum Growth
    • Benign Tumor
    • Rectal Disorder
    • Benign rectal tumor
    • Rectal neoplasm
    • Non-malignant rectal mass

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D128: Benign neoplasm of rectum

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Anal Fissure
    • Anal Disorder
    • Long-Term Anal Tear
    • Persistent Rectal Fissure
    • Chronic Fissure in Anus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K601: Chronic anal fissure

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    Also known as:

    • Complete Bowel Incontinence
    • Bowel Incontinence
    • Full fecal incontinence
    • Total loss of bowel control
    • Severe accidental bowel leakage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R159: Full incontinence of feces

    Also known as:

    • Anal Cancer
    • Anal Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Anus Cancer
    • Anal Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C210: Malignant neoplasm of anus, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Kaminsky perform?

    As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Kaminsky 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. Kaminsky. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
    • Colon Polyp Removal
    • Colorectal Lesion Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique

    Also known as:

    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Sigmoidoscopy
    • Lower colon exam
    • Flexible colon scope
    • Rectum and lower colon check

    CPT Codes:

    • 45330: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Anal Fistula Surgery
    • Fistulectomy
    • Fistulotomy
    • Perianal Fistula Repair
    • Intersphincteric Fistula Repair
    • Perianal Fistula Surgery
    • Anal Fistula Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 46270: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); subcutaneous
    • 46275: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); intersphincteric
    • 46280: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); transsphincteric, suprasphincteric, extrasphincteric or multiple, including placement of seton, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Rectal Tumor
    • Rectal Tumor Removal Through Anus
    • Transanal Rectal Tumor Excision
    • Partial Thickness Rectal Tumor Removal
    • Rectal Lesion Excision
    • Transanal tumor excision
    • Full thickness rectal resection
    • Rectal cancer surgery via anus

    CPT Codes:

    • 45171: Excision of rectal tumor, transanal approach; not including muscularis propria (ie, partial thickness)
    • 45172: Excision of rectal tumor, transanal approach; including muscularis propria (ie, full thickness)

    Also known as:

    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Sigmoid Colon Scope with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy with Tissue Sample
    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and Biopsy
    • Rectum and Lower Colon Exam

    CPT Codes:

    • 45331: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Anal Fistula Repair with Rectal Flap
    • Rectal Advancement Flap for Fistula
    • Fistula-in-Ano Repair with Flap
    • Anal Fistula Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 46288: Closure of anal fistula with rectal advancement flap

    Also known as:

    • Anal Sphincter Nerve Block
    • Internal Anal Sphincter Chemodenervation
    • Anal Sphincter Injection
    • Botox for Anal Fissure
    • Chemical Denervation of Anal Muscle

    CPT Codes:

    • 46505: Chemodenervation of internal anal sphincter

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoid Removal Surgery
    • Hemorrhoidectomy
    • Piles Surgery
    • Internal and External Hemorrhoid Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 46255: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, single column/group;

    Also known as:

    • Anal Lesion Excision
    • Removal of Anal Warts
    • Surgical Excision of Anal Lesions
    • Anus Lesion Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 46922: Destruction of lesion(s), anus (eg, condyloma, papilloma, molluscum contagiosum, herpetic vesicle), simple; surgical excision

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Multiple Hemorrhoids
    • Hemorrhoidectomy
    • Internal and External Hemorrhoid Surgery
    • Piles Removal Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 46260: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, 2 or more columns/groups;

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Appendectomy
    • Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
    • Keyhole Appendectomy
    • Scope Appendectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy

    Also known as:

    • Surgical Anorectal Exam with Anesthesia
    • Anesthesia
    • Diagnostic anorectal exam under anesthesia
    • Rectal exam with general anesthesia
    • Anorectal surgery for diagnosis

    CPT Codes:

    • 45990: Anorectal exam, surgical, requiring anesthesia (general, spinal, or epidural), diagnostic

    Also known as:

    • Anoscopy (Diagnostic)
    • Anoscopy
    • Anal Canal Exam
    • Rectal Scope Exam
    • Anus Diagnostic Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 46600: Anoscopy; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
    • Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
    • Subcutaneous port placement
    • Central line with port

    CPT Codes:

    • 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older

    Does Dr. Kaminsky accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kaminsky accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 914-0024 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kaminsky accept in Vancouver, WA?

    Dr. Kaminsky in Vancouver, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • State of Tennessee

    • State of Washington

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kaminsky's office located?

    Dr. Paul Kaminsky's Primary Practice

    315 SE Stonemill Dr Ste 220

    Vancouver, WA 98684

    (503) 914-0024

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    Dr. Paul Kaminsky's Practice 2

    1040 NW 22nd Ave Ste 470

    Portland, OR 97210

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    Dr. Paul Kaminsky's Practice 3

    2222 NW Lovejoy St Ste 601

    Portland, OR 97210

    (503) 413-5514

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

    Dr. Kaminsky's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295173763.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kaminsky?

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

    What is Dr. Paul Kaminsky's specialty?

    Dr. Kaminsky is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Vancouver, WA. A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders. Contact Dr. Kaminsky to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Paul Kaminsky affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kaminsky is affiliated with PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center, PeaceHealth St. John Medical Center, Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center, Legacy Good Samaritan Medical Center 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 Paul Kaminsky accepting new patients in Vancouver, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Kaminsky is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paul Kaminsky offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kaminsky's office at (503) 914-0024 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Paul Kaminsky?

    Please contact Dr. Kaminsky's office at (503) 914-0024 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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