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Dr. Arnold Levine, MD

Dr. Arnold Levine, MD

South San Francisco, CA

41 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Levine, Vascular Surgeon in South San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Arnold Levine, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in South San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified. Dr. Levine graduated from Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine and completed his residency at Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Vascular Surgery; Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, General Surgery. Dr. Levine is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Levine’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Levine’s office.

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

    • Residency: Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Vascular Surgery; Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, General Surgery | Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals Program

    • Medical School: Northwestern Uniiversity | Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Levine board certified as a Vascular Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Arnold Levine, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Levine speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Levine treat?

    As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Levine 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. Levine. 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:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • CKD Stage 5
    • End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5

    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
    • Asymptomatic Varicose Veins
    • Painful Varicose Veins
    • Spider Veins
    • Venous Insufficiency
    • Chronic Venous Disease
    • Varicose Veins without Symptoms
    • Silent Varicose Veins
    • Symptomatic Varicose Veins
    • Aching Leg Veins

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I83813: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with pain
    • I8393: Asymptomatic varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities
    • I83819: Varicose veins of unspecified lower extremity with pain

    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 Dr. Levine perform?

    As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Levine 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. Levine. 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:

    • 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

    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)

    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:

    • Revision of Arteriovenous (AV) Fistula
    • AV fistula repair
    • Dialysis graft revision
    • Open AV fistula revision

    CPT Codes:

    • 36832: Revision, open, arteriovenous fistula; without thrombectomy, autogenous or nonautogenous dialysis graft (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Dialysis Circuit Angioplasty with Balloon
    • Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
    • Dialysis Graft Angioplasty
    • Peripheral Dialysis Segment Angioplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 36902: Introduction of needle(s) and/or catheter(s), dialysis circuit, with diagnostic angiography of the dialysis circuit, including all direct puncture(s) and catheter placement(s), injection(s) of contrast, all necessary imaging from the arterial anastomosis and adjacent artery through entire venous outflow including the inferior or superior vena cava, fluoroscopic guidance, radiological supervision and interpretation and image documentation and report; with transluminal balloon angioplasty, peripheral dialysis segment, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty

    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:

    • Varicose Vein Removal (Stab Phlebectomy)
    • Microphlebectomy
    • Ambulatory Phlebectomy
    • Stab Incision Vein Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 37765: Stab phlebectomy of varicose veins, 1 extremity; 10-20 stab incisions

    Also known as:

    • Dialysis Access Check and Imaging
    • Dialysis Circuit Angiography
    • Fistula/Graft Evaluation
    • Dialysis Access Diagnostic Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 36901: Introduction of needle(s) and/or catheter(s), dialysis circuit, with diagnostic angiography of the dialysis circuit, including all direct puncture(s) and catheter placement(s), injection(s) of contrast, all necessary imaging from the arterial anastomosis and adjacent artery through entire venous outflow including the inferior or superior vena cava, fluoroscopic guidance, radiological supervision and interpretation and image documentation and report;

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • Nerve injection
    • Pain relief injection
    • Steroid injection for nerve pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch

    Does Dr. Levine accept my insurance?

    Dr. Levine 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. Levine accept in South San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Levine in South San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alameda Alliance

    • All Other Third Party

    • CalOptima

    • Contra Costa

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Other TPA

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Levine's office located?

    Dr. Arnold Levine's Primary Practice

    1200 El Camino Real

    South San Francisco, CA 94080

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    Dr. Arnold Levine's Practice 2

    2070 Clinton Ave

    Alameda, CA 94501

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    Dr. Arnold Levine's Practice 3

    1100 Veterans Blvd

    Redwood City, CA 94063

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

    Dr. Levine's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790705705.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Levine?

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

    What is Dr. Arnold Levine's specialty?

    Dr. Levine is a Vascular Surgeon near South San Francisco, CA. A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. Contact Dr. Levine to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Arnold Levine affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Levine is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South San Francisco Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Oakland 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 Arnold Levine accepting new patients in South San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Arnold Levine is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Arnold Levine offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Levine's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Arnold Levine?

    Please contact Dr. Levine's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Arnold Levine have?

    Dr. Arnold Levine is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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