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Who is Dr. Watkins, Thoracic Surgeon in San Jose, CA?
Dr. Amelia Watkins, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Jose, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Watkins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Watkins’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Watkins’s office.
What languages does Dr. Watkins speak?
Dr. Watkins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Watkins treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Watkins 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. Watkins. 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:
- Ascending Aortic Dissection
- Descending Thoracic Aortic Dissection
- Thoracoabdominal Aortic Dissection
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Familial thoracic aortic aneurysm and dissection
- Torn Ascending Aorta
- Ascending Aortic Tear
- Dissecting Ascending Aorta
- Torn Descending Thoracic Aorta
- Descending Thoracic Aortic Tear
- Dissecting Descending Thoracic Aorta
- Torn Thoracoabdominal Aorta
- Thoracoabdominal Aortic Tear
- Dissecting Thoracoabdominal Aorta
ICD-10 Codes:
- I71010: Dissection of ascending aorta
- I71012: Dissection of descending thoracic aorta
- I7103: Dissection of thoracoabdominal aorta
Also known as:
- Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Arch Aneurysm
- Descending Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Bulging Ascending Aorta
- Weakened Ascending Aorta
- Ascending Aorta Dilation
- Bulging Aortic Arch
- Weakened Aortic Arch
- Aortic Arch Dilation
- Bulging Descending Thoracic Aorta
- Weakened Descending Thoracic Aorta
- Descending Thoracic Aorta Dilation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture
- I7122: Aneurysm of the aortic arch, without rupture
- I7123: Aneurysm of the descending thoracic aorta, without rupture
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Aortic Valve Disorder
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Aortic Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I359: Nonrheumatic aortic valve disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Aortic Dissection
- Thoracic Aortic Dissection
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Familial thoracic aortic aneurysm and dissection
- Torn aorta
- Aorta tear
- Dissecting aneurysm
- Torn chest aorta
- Chest aorta tear
- Thoracic dissecting aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7100: Dissection of unspecified site of aorta
- I7101: Dissection of thoracic aorta
Also known as:
- Having Other Vascular Implants or Grafts
- Blood vessel graft
- Vascular stent
- Artery implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z95828: Presence of other vascular implants and grafts
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:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Artificial heart valve
- Mechanical heart valve
- Bioprosthetic valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve
Also known as:
- Aortic Graft Breakdown
- Mechanical failure of aortic graft
- Aortic bypass graft malfunction
- Failing aortic implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82310A: Breakdown (mechanical) of aortic (bifurcation) graft (replacement), initial encounter
Which procedures does Dr. Watkins perform as a Thoracic Surgeon?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Amelia Watkins may include:
- Aortic Stent Grafts
- Arteriovenous Graft Placement
- Atherectomy
- Carotid Surgery
- Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR)
- Endovenous Laser Treatment of Varicose Veins
- Limb Salvage Surgery
- Mediastinal Adenopathy Surgery
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Watkins' office.
Does Dr. Watkins accept my insurance?
Dr. Watkins 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. Watkins accept in San Jose, CA?
Dr. Watkins in San Jose, 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
Centene
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Medicare
Santa Clara Family Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Watkins' office located?
What is Dr. Watkins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Watkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558596213.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Watkins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Watkins
What is Dr. Amelia Watkins's specialty?
Dr. Watkins is a Thoracic Surgeon near San Jose, CA. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Watkins to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Amelia Watkins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Watkins is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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 Amelia Watkins accepting new patients in San Jose, CA?
Yes, Dr. Amelia Watkins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amelia Watkins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Watkins's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amelia Watkins?
Please contact Dr. Watkins's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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