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Dr. Christopher Gammarano, MD
Diagnostic Radiologist
,Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)
,Vascular & Interventional Radiologist
,Family Medicine Specialist
,Internist
Anchorage, AK
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gammarano, Diagnostic Radiologist in Anchorage, AK?
Dr. Christopher Gammarano, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Anchorage, AK with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Gammarano is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gammarano’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gammarano’s office at (904) 647-6238.
What languages does Dr. Gammarano speak?
Dr. Gammarano and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Gammarano treat?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Gammarano 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. Gammarano. 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:
- Surgical Drain Change or Removal
- Wounds and Injuries
- Drain removal after surgery
- Post-operative drain care
- Changing surgical drains
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4803: Encounter for change or removal of drains
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
- Urological Device Fitting
- Bladder Device Adjustment
- Catheter Fitting
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device
Also known as:
- Urinary Ostomy Care
- Ostomy
- Urostomy Care
- Urinary Stoma Management
- Kidney Ostomy Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z436: Encounter for attention to other artificial openings of urinary tract
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
What procedures does Dr. Gammarano perform?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Gammarano 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. Gammarano. 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:
- Selective Vein Catheter Placement
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Venous Catheterization
- Jugular Vein Catheter
- Renal Vein Catheter
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36011: Selective catheter placement, venous system; first order branch (eg, renal vein, jugular vein)
- 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:
- Catheter Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Transcatheter tissue sample
- Minimally invasive biopsy
- Biopsy using catheter
CPT Codes:
- 37200: Transcatheter biopsy
Also known as:
- Long-Term Central Venous Catheter Insertion
- Tunneled central line placement
- Central venous access device insertion
- Hickman catheter insertion
- Broviac catheter insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36558: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Also known as:
- Contrast Injection for Abscess/Cyst Assessment
- Drainage Catheter Contrast Study
- Abscess Imaging
- Cystogram via Drain
CPT Codes:
- 49424: Contrast injection for assessment of abscess or cyst via previously placed drainage catheter or tube (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Sclerotherapy for Fluid Collection
- Cyst Sclerotherapy
- Lymphocele Treatment
- Seroma Injection
- Fluid Drainage and Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 49185: Sclerotherapy of a fluid collection (eg, lymphocele, cyst, or seroma), percutaneous, including contrast injection(s), sclerosant injection(s), diagnostic study, imaging guidance (eg, ultrasound, fluoroscopy) and radiological supervision and interpretation when performed
Also known as:
- Percutaneous Cholangiography (Diagnostic)
- Bile Duct X-ray
- Diagnostic Cholangiogram
- Liver Bile Duct Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 47531: Injection procedure for cholangiography, percutaneous, complete diagnostic procedure including imaging guidance (eg, ultrasound and/or fluoroscopy) and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation; existing access
Also known as:
- Ureteral Stent or Tube Change (Ileal Conduit)
- Ureterostomy Tube Replacement
- Ileal Conduit Stent Change
- Urinary Diversion Tube Change
CPT Codes:
- 50688: Change of ureterostomy tube or externally accessible ureteral stent via ileal conduit
Also known as:
- Exchange of Kidney Drainage Catheter
- Nephrostomy tube exchange
- Percutaneous nephrostomy catheter change
- Kidney drainage tube replacement
- Nephrostogram with catheter exchange
CPT Codes:
- 50435: Exchange nephrostomy catheter, percutaneous, including diagnostic nephrostogram and/or ureterogram when performed, imaging guidance (eg, ultrasound and/or fluoroscopy) and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation
Does Dr. Gammarano accept my insurance?
Dr. Gammarano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (904) 647-6238 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gammarano accept in Anchorage, AK?
Dr. Gammarano in Anchorage, AK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alliance Resource Partners
Astiva Health
Auxiant
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Freedom Health
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Gammarano's office located?
Dr. Christopher Gammarano's Primary Practice
3650 Piper St Ste A
Anchorage, AK 99508
(904) 647-6238
What is Dr. Gammarano's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gammarano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992294938.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gammarano?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gammarano
What is Dr. Christopher Gammarano's specialty?
Dr. Gammarano is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Anchorage, AK. A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions. Contact Dr. Gammarano to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Gammarano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gammarano is affiliated with AdventHealth Tampa which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Gammarano accepting new patients in Anchorage, AK?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Gammarano is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Gammarano offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gammarano's office at (904) 647-6238 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Gammarano?
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