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Who is Dr. Tanjavur, Vascular Surgeon in Monroe, LA?
Dr. Vijayakumar Tanjavur, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Monroe, LA. Dr. Tanjavur is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tanjavur’s office.
What languages does Dr. Tanjavur speak?
Dr. Tanjavur and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Tanjavur typically treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Tanjavur 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. Tanjavur. 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:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
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
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 a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Tanjavur typically perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Tanjavur 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. Tanjavur. 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:
- AV Fistula Creation with Patient's Own Tissue
- Autogenous AV Fistula
- Dialysis Fistula Surgery
- Arteriovenous Graft
- Vascular Access for Dialysis
CPT Codes:
- 36825: Creation of arteriovenous fistula by other than direct arteriovenous anastomosis (separate procedure); autogenous graft
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Iliac Artery Stent Placement
- Endovascular iliac artery stenting
- Iliac artery angioplasty with stent
- Pelvic artery revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 37221: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, iliac artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with transluminal stent placement(s), includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
Also known as:
- Insertion of Tunneled Central Venous Catheter (Dual)
- Tesio Catheter Placement
- Dual Lumen Central Line
- Long-term IV Access
CPT Codes:
- 36565: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, requiring 2 catheters via 2 separate venous access sites; without subcutaneous port or pump (eg, Tesio type catheter)
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Unblocking with Atherectomy and Angioplasty
- Femoral Artery Revascularization
- Popliteal Artery Atherectomy
- Leg Artery Angioplasty
- Peripheral Artery Disease Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 37225: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
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
Does Dr. Tanjavur accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Tanjavur's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Tanjavur's office located?
What is Dr. Tanjavur's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tanjavur's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417290065.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tanjavur?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tanjavur
What is Dr. Vijayakumar Tanjavur's specialty?
Dr. Tanjavur is a Vascular Surgeon near Monroe, LA.
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. Vijayakumar Tanjavur affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Tanjavur is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Vijayakumar Tanjavur accepting new patients in Monroe, LA?
Yes, Dr. Vijayakumar Tanjavur is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vijayakumar Tanjavur offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tanjavur's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vijayakumar Tanjavur?
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500 Hart St
Monroe, LA 71201