MA
14 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alef, Vascular Surgeon in Lebanon, NH?
Dr. Matthew Alef is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Lebanon, NH with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 14 years. Dr. Alef graduated from Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center. Dr. Alef is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alef’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alef’s office.
Where did Dr. Alef go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Rush | Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center
What languages does Dr. Alef speak?
Dr. Alef and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Alef typically treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Alef 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. Alef. 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 here.
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- AAA
- Aorta Bulge
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7143: Infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture
What procedures does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Alef typically perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Alef 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. Alef. 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 here.
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:
- Varicose Vein Removal (Stab Phlebectomy)
- Leg Artery Angioplasty (Femoral/Popliteal)
- Microphlebectomy
- Ambulatory Phlebectomy
- Stab Incision Vein Removal
- Femoral Artery Angioplasty
- Popliteal Artery Angioplasty
- Leg Artery Revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 37765: Stab phlebectomy of varicose veins, 1 extremity; 10-20 stab incisions
- 37224: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal angioplasty
Also known as:
- Varicose Vein Removal (Multiple Incisions)
- Stab Phlebectomy
- Microphlebectomy
- Varicose Vein Excision
CPT Codes:
- 37766: Stab phlebectomy of varicose veins, 1 extremity; more than 20 incisions
Also known as:
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Non-Heart Vessels)
- IVUS (Non-Coronary)
- Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Artery Ultrasound
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)
Also known as:
- Temporal Artery Biopsy or Ligation
- Head Artery Biopsy
- Giant Cell Arteritis Biopsy
- Temporal Artery Tie-Off
CPT Codes:
- 37609: Ligation or biopsy, temporal artery
Also known as:
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Angiography Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36246: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial second order abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
Does Dr. Alef accept my insurance?
Dr. Alef 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. Alef accept in Lebanon, NH?
Dr. Alef in Lebanon, NH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
State of Vermont
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Alef's office located?
What is Dr. Alef's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alef's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639371610.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alef?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alef
What is Dr. Matthew Alef's specialty?
Dr. Alef is a Vascular Surgeon near Lebanon, NH.
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. Matthew Alef affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alef is affiliated with Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, Southwestern Vermont Medical Center, New London Hospital, Concord Hospital, Cheshire Medical Center 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 Matthew Alef accepting new patients in Lebanon, NH?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Alef is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew Alef offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alef's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Matthew Alef?
Please contact Dr. Alef's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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