Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fries, Vascular Surgeon in Fairfield, OH?
Dr. Richard Fries, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fairfield, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Fries graduated from University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine. Dr. Fries is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fries’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fries’s office at (513) 351-2494.
Where did Dr. Fries go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine
Is Dr. Fries board certified as a Vascular Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Richard Fries, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Fries speak?
Dr. Fries and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Fries typically treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Fries 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. Fries. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
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:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Fries typically perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Fries 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. Fries. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Catheter Placement in Aorta
- Aortic catheterization
- Aorta access procedure
- Main artery catheter insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36200: Introduction of catheter, aorta
Also known as:
- Basilic Vein Transposition for Dialysis Access
- AV Fistula Creation
- Basilic Vein Fistula
- Dialysis Access Fistula
- Upper Arm AV Fistula
CPT Codes:
- 36819: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; by upper arm basilic vein transposition
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:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Fries accept my insurance?
Dr. Fries accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (513) 351-2494 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fries accept in Fairfield, OH?
Dr. Fries in Fairfield, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareSource
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Fries' office located?
Dr. Richard Fries' Primary Practice
3050 Mack Rd Ste 310
Fairfield, OH 45014
(513) 351-2494
What is Dr. Fries's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fries's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033321567.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fries?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fries
What is Dr. Richard Fries's specialty?
Dr. Fries is a Vascular Surgeon near Fairfield, OH.
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. Richard Fries affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fries is affiliated with Kettering Health Hamilton 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 Richard Fries accepting new patients in Fairfield, OH?
Yes, Dr. Richard Fries is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Fries offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fries's office at (513) 351-2494 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Fries?
Please contact Dr. Fries's office at (513) 351-2494 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Fries have?
Dr. Richard Fries is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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