Who is Dr. Nathanson, Vascular Surgeon in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Daniel Nathanson, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Nathanson completed his residency at Brigham and Women's Hospital.
Dr. Nathanson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nathanson’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nathanson’s office at (415) 221-7056.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Nathanson?
Dr. Daniel Nathanson, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Vascular Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array
of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Nathanson empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Aneurysm-Abdominal & Thoracic Aortic, Aortic Surgery, Endovascular Surgery, Peripheral Vascular Disease, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the San Francisco/CA community, Dr. Nathanson is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Nathanson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brigham and Women's Hospital
Is Dr. Nathanson board certified as a Vascular Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Daniel Nathanson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Nathanson speak?
Dr. Nathanson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Nathanson treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Nathanson 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. Nathanson. 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:
Peripheral Artery Disease
PVD
PAD
Poor Circulation in Legs
Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
Varicose Veins
Painful Varicose Veins
Spider Veins
Venous Insufficiency
Chronic Venous Disease
Symptomatic Varicose Veins
Aching Leg Veins
ICD-10 Codes:
I83812: Varicose veins of left lower extremity with pain
I83811: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with pain
Also known as:
Hardening of Leg or Arm Arteries
Hardening of Right Leg Arteries with Foot Ulcer
Atherosclerosis
Peripheral Arterial Disease
Peripheral artery disease
PAD
Artery hardening in limbs
Atherosclerosis of limbs
PAD with foot wound
Right leg artery disease with foot ulcer
Vascular ulcer on foot
ICD-10 Codes:
I70209: Unspecified atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities, unspecified extremity
I70235: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of right leg with ulceration of other part of foot
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:
Aortic Aneurysm
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
AAA
Aorta Bulge
ICD-10 Codes:
I7143: Infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture
What procedures does Dr. Nathanson perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Nathanson 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. Nathanson. 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.
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:
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 Revascularization with Atherectomy and Angioplasty
Leg Artery Revascularization with Stent and Atherectomy
Tibial Artery Revascularization
Peroneal Artery Revascularization
Leg Artery Plaque Removal
Peripheral Artery Disease Treatment
Femoral artery revascularization
Popliteal artery revascularization
Leg artery stenting and atherectomy
Endovascular leg artery repair
CPT Codes:
37229: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, tibial, peroneal artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
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
Also known as:
Advanced Catheter Placement in Arteries
Selective Artery Catheter Placement
Artery Catheter Placement
Selective arterial catheterization
Complex arterial catheter placement
Vascular catheterization
Angiography catheter placement
Arterial Catheterization
Vascular Catheter Placement
Diagnostic Angiography Catheter
Selective Arterial Catheterization
Diagnostic Artery Catheter
Abdominal Artery Catheter
CPT Codes:
36248: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; additional second order, third order, and beyond, abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family (List in addition to code for initial second or third order vessel as appropriate)
36246: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial second order abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
36245: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; each first order abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
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:
Arteriovenous Fistula Creation
Fistula Creation for Dialysis
AV Fistula Surgery
Cimino Fistula
Vascular Access for Dialysis
AV fistula creation
Arteriovenous fistula surgery
Dialysis access surgery
Percutaneous AV fistula
CPT Codes:
36821: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; direct, any site (eg, Cimino type) (separate procedure)
36837: Percutaneous arteriovenous fistula creation, upper extremity, separate access sites of the peripheral artery and peripheral vein, including fistula maturation procedures (eg, transluminal balloon angioplasty, coil embolization) when performed, including all vascular access, imaging guidance and radiologic supervision and interpretation
Also known as:
Artery Blocking Procedure
Vascular Occlusion
Arterial Embolization
Blood Vessel Coiling
AVM Embolization
CPT Codes:
37242: Vascular embolization or occlusion, inclusive of all radiological supervision and interpretation, intraprocedural roadmapping, and imaging guidance necessary to complete the intervention; arterial, other than hemorrhage or tumor (eg, congenital or acquired arterial malformations, arteriovenous malformations, arteriovenous fistulas, aneurysms, pseudoaneurysms)
Also known as:
Vein Closure with Chemical Adhesive
Radiofrequency Vein Ablation
Endovenous Chemical Ablation
Varicose Vein Glue Treatment
Cyanoacrylate Vein Ablation
VenaSeal Procedure
Endovenous Radiofrequency Ablation
RF Ablation for Varicose Veins
Vein Closure Procedure
Varicose Vein Treatment
CPT Codes:
36482: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, by transcatheter delivery of a chemical adhesive (eg, cyanoacrylate) remote from the access site, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous; first vein treated
36475: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, radiofrequency; first vein treated
Also known as:
Dialysis Access Angioplasty and Stenting
Dialysis Fistula Repair
Dialysis Graft Stenting
Peripheral Dialysis Circuit Intervention
CPT Codes:
36903: 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 transcatheter placement of intravascular stent(s), peripheral dialysis segment, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the stenting, and all angioplasty within the peripheral dialysis segment
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
Does Dr. Nathanson accept my insurance?
Dr. Nathanson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 221-7056 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nathanson accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Nathanson in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Nathanson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nathanson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467653006.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nathanson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nathanson
What is Dr. Daniel Nathanson's specialty?
Dr. Nathanson is a Vascular Surgeon near San Francisco, 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. Nathanson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Daniel Nathanson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nathanson is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, UCSF Health Saint Francis Hospital 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 Daniel Nathanson accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Daniel Nathanson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Daniel Nathanson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nathanson's office at (415) 221-7056 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Daniel Nathanson?
Please contact Dr. Nathanson's office at (415) 221-7056 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Daniel Nathanson have?
Dr. Daniel Nathanson is certified by the American Board of Surgery.