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Who is Dr. Cordes, Vascular Surgeon in Boston, MA?
Dr. Christopher Cordes, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cordes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cordes’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cordes’s office at (617) 636-5000.
What languages does Dr. Cordes speak?
Dr. Cordes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Cordes treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Cordes 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. Cordes. 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:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Varicose Veins
- Painful Varicose Veins
- Spider Veins
- Venous Insufficiency
- Chronic Venous Disease
- Symptomatic Varicose Veins
- Aching Leg Veins
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83813: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with pain
- I83811: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with pain
- I83812: Varicose veins of left lower extremity with pain
Also known as:
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- AAA
- Aorta Bulge
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7143: Infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
What procedures does Dr. Cordes perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Cordes 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. Cordes. 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:
- Catheter Placement in Aorta
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Aortic catheterization
- Aorta access procedure
- Main artery catheter insertion
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Angiography Catheter
- Diagnostic Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36200: Introduction of catheter, aorta
- 36246: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial second order abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
- 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:
- Leg Artery Angioplasty (Femoral/Popliteal)
- Varicose Vein Removal (Stab Phlebectomy)
- Femoral Artery Angioplasty
- Popliteal Artery Angioplasty
- Leg Artery Revascularization
- Microphlebectomy
- Ambulatory Phlebectomy
- Stab Incision Vein Removal
CPT Codes:
- 37224: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal angioplasty
- 37765: Stab phlebectomy of varicose veins, 1 extremity; 10-20 stab incisions
Also known as:
- Iliac Artery Blood Flow Restoration with Balloon Angioplasty
- Leg Artery Stent Placement
- Iliac Artery Angioplasty
- Endovascular Iliac Revascularization
- Pelvic Artery Widening
- Femoral Artery Stenting
- Popliteal Artery Stenting
- Leg Artery Angioplasty
- Endovascular Revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 37220: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, iliac artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with transluminal angioplasty
- 37226: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal stent placement(s), includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
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:
- 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:
- Leg Artery Angioplasty
- Tibial Artery Angioplasty
- Peroneal Artery Angioplasty
- Leg Artery Revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 37228: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, tibial, peroneal artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with transluminal angioplasty
Also known as:
- Unna Boot Application
- Wound Debridement
- Compression Boot Application
- Unna Paste Bandage
- Leg Ulcer Dressing
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
CPT Codes:
- 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Does Dr. Cordes accept my insurance?
Dr. Cordes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 636-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cordes accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Cordes in Boston, MA 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 Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Boston Medical Center
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Fallon Community Health Plan
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Cordes' office located?
Dr. Christopher Cordes' Primary Practice
800 Washington St
Boston, MA 02111
(617) 636-5000
What is Dr. Cordes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cordes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447607338.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cordes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cordes
What is Dr. Christopher Cordes's specialty?
Dr. Cordes is a Vascular Surgeon near Boston, MA. A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. Contact Dr. Cordes to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Cordes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cordes is affiliated with Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Tufts Medical Center, Boston Medical Center, Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono 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 Cordes accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Cordes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Cordes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cordes's office at (617) 636-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Cordes?
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