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Who is Dr. Ahluwalia, Vascular Surgeon in Santa Cruz, CA?
Dr. Hardeep Ahluwalia, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Santa Cruz, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ahluwalia graduated from Ross University, School of Medicine,Roseau, Dominica and completed his residency at Creighton University Medical School. Dr. Ahluwalia is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahluwalia’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahluwalia’s office.
Where did Dr. Ahluwalia go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Duke University - School of Medicine
Residency: Creighton University Medical School
Medical School: Ross University, School of Medicine,Roseau, Dominica
What languages does Dr. Ahluwalia speak?
Dr. Ahluwalia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Ahluwalia treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Ahluwalia 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. Ahluwalia. 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:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Bilateral leg claudication
- PAD both legs pain with activity
- Both legs artery pain when walking
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs
Also known as:
- Painful Varicose Veins
- Varicose Veins
- Symptomatic Varicose Veins
- Aching Leg Veins
- Spider Veins
- Venous Insufficiency
- Chronic Venous Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83811: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with pain
- I83812: Varicose veins of left lower extremity with pain
Also known as:
- Superficial Thrombophlebitis
- Superficial Vein Clot
- Inflamed Surface Vein
- Superficial Venous Thrombosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I8001: Phlebitis and thrombophlebitis of superficial vessels of right lower extremity
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcer
- Vascular Disease
- Venous Ulcer
- Chronic Venous Ulcer
- Stasis Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87319: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of unspecified lower extremity
Also known as:
- Peripheral Arterial Disease with Lower Leg Ulcers in Left Leg
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- PAD with Lower Leg Sores
- Poor Circulation with Lower Leg Wounds
- Artery Disease with Lower Leg Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70248: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of left leg with ulceration of other part of lower leg
What procedures does Dr. Ahluwalia perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Ahluwalia 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. Ahluwalia. 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:
- Radiofrequency Ablation for Varicose Veins (Additional Vein)
- Foam Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
- RF ablation for veins
- Endovenous radiofrequency treatment
- Varicose vein heat treatment
- Varicose vein foam injection
- Ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy
- Saphenous vein treatment
- Sclerotherapy for veins
- Foam injection for varicose veins
- Varicose vein injection
CPT Codes:
- 36476: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, radiofrequency; subsequent vein(s) treated in a single extremity, each through separate access sites (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 36465: Injection of non-compounded foam sclerosant with ultrasound compression maneuvers to guide dispersion of the injectate, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring; single incompetent extremity truncal vein (eg, great saphenous vein, accessory saphenous vein)
- 36466: Injection of non-compounded foam sclerosant with ultrasound compression maneuvers to guide dispersion of the injectate, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring; multiple incompetent truncal veins (eg, great saphenous vein, accessory saphenous vein), same leg
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:
- Leg Artery Revascularization with Stent and Atherectomy
- Leg Artery Revascularization with Atherectomy and Angioplasty
- Femoral artery revascularization
- Popliteal artery revascularization
- Leg artery stenting and atherectomy
- Endovascular leg artery repair
- Tibial Artery Revascularization
- Peroneal Artery Revascularization
- Leg Artery Plaque Removal
- Peripheral Artery Disease Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 37227: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal stent placement(s) and atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
- 37229: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, tibial, peroneal artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
Also known as:
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 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:
- Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
- Vein Injection Therapy
- Varicose Vein Sclerosing
- Chemical Ablation of Veins
CPT Codes:
- 36471: Injection of sclerosant; multiple incompetent veins (other than telangiectasia), same leg
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:
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Non-Heart Vessels)
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Additional Non-Coronary Vessel)
- IVUS (Non-Coronary)
- Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Artery Ultrasound
- IVUS for Blood Vessels
- Non-Coronary Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Blood Vessel Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 37252: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; initial noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 37253: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; each additional noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Secondary Blood Clot Removal from Artery
- Percutaneous Thrombectomy (Secondary)
- Arterial Clot Extraction
- Non-Coronary Thrombectomy
- Bypass Graft Clot Removal
CPT Codes:
- 37186: Secondary percutaneous transluminal thrombectomy (eg, nonprimary mechanical, snare basket, suction technique), noncoronary, non-intracranial, arterial or arterial bypass graft, including fluoroscopic guidance and intraprocedural pharmacological thrombolytic injections, provided in conjunction with another percutaneous intervention other than primary mechanical thrombectomy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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
Does Dr. Ahluwalia accept my insurance?
Dr. Ahluwalia 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. Ahluwalia accept in Santa Cruz, CA?
Dr. Ahluwalia in Santa Cruz, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Central California Alliance for Health
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Santa Clara Family Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ahluwalia's office located?
What is Dr. Ahluwalia's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ahluwalia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780885574.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahluwalia?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ahluwalia
What is Dr. Hardeep Ahluwalia's specialty?
Dr. Ahluwalia is a Vascular Surgeon near Santa Cruz, 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. Ahluwalia to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Hardeep Ahluwalia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ahluwalia is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Salinas Valley Health Medical Center, Natividad Medical Center. 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 Hardeep Ahluwalia accepting new patients in Santa Cruz, CA?
Yes, Dr. Hardeep Ahluwalia is accepting new patients at this time.
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