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Dr. Sarkis Derderian, MD

Aurora, CO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Derderian, Pediatric Surgeon in Aurora, CO?

    Dr. Sarkis Derderian, MD is a Pediatric Surgeon, who primarily practices in Aurora, CO with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Derderian is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Derderian’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Derderian’s office at (303) 436-4949.

    What languages does Dr. Derderian speak?

    Dr. Derderian and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatric Surgeon like Dr. Derderian typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Derderian 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. Derderian. 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:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Severe Acute Appendicitis with Perforation, Infection, and Abscess
    • Ruptured Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection and Tissue Death
    • Appendicitis
    • Peritoneal Disorder
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack
    • Burst Appendix with Gangrene and Abscess
    • Perforated Appendix with Localized Infection and Tissue Death
    • Complicated Appendicitis
    • Perforated Appendix with Gangrene
    • Localized Ruptured Appendix
    • Appendix Rupture with Tissue Death

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K35890: Other acute appendicitis without perforation or gangrene
    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
    • K3533: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, with abscess
    • K3532: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, without abscess

    Also known as:

    • Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia
    • Birth Defects
    • Congenital diaphragmatic hernia
    • CDH
    • Diaphragm birth defect
    • Hole in diaphragm at birth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q790: Congenital diaphragmatic hernia

    Also known as:

    • Other Feeding Difficulties
    • Atypical Feeding Problems
    • Unusual Eating Issues
    • Specific Feeding Challenges

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6339: Other feeding difficulties

    Also known as:

    • Fetal Trunk Musculoskeletal Anomalies
    • Fetal Spine Defects
    • Fetal Torso Malformations
    • Congenital Trunk Abnormalities in Fetus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O35FXX0: Maternal care for other (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, fetal musculoskeletal anomalies of trunk, not applicable or unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fetal Spina Bifida
    • Spina Bifida in Fetus
    • Open Spine in Fetus
    • Neural Tube Defect

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O3508X0: Maternal care for (suspected) central nervous system malformation or damage in fetus, spina bifida, not applicable or unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cysts in Lung at Birth
    • Birth Defects
    • Lung Disease
    • Congenital Cystic Adenomatoid Malformation
    • CCAM
    • Cystic Lung Disease in Newborn

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q330: Congenital cystic lung

    What procedures does a Pediatric Surgeon like Dr. Derderian typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Derderian 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. Derderian. 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:

    • Laparoscopic Gastrostomy
    • Keyhole Stomach Opening
    • Laparoscopic Stomach Tube Placement
    • Stamm Gastrostomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43653: Laparoscopy, surgical; gastrostomy, without construction of gastric tube (eg, Stamm procedure) (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Appendectomy
    • Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
    • Keyhole Appendectomy
    • Scope Appendectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Tunneled Central Venous Catheter
    • Central Line Removal
    • Tunneled Catheter Extraction
    • Venous Access Device Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 36589: Removal of tunneled central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump

    Also known as:

    • ECMO Cannula Insertion for Children (Open)
    • Pediatric ECMO Cannulation
    • Open Peripheral Cannula Placement for ECMO
    • Extracorporeal Life Support Cannula

    CPT Codes:

    • 33953: Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)/extracorporeal life support (ECLS) provided by physician; insertion of peripheral (arterial and/or venous) cannula(e), open, birth through 5 years of age

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Central Venous Catheter Insertion
    • Tunneled central line placement
    • Central venous access device insertion
    • Hickman catheter insertion
    • Broviac catheter insertion

    CPT Codes:

    • 36558: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump; age 5 years or older

    Also known as:

    • Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
    • Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
    • Subcutaneous port placement
    • Central line with port

    CPT Codes:

    • 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older

    Also known as:

    • Removal of ECMO Cannula in Children (0-5 years)
    • ECMO Decannulation
    • ECLS Cannula Removal
    • Life Support Tube Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 33969: Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)/extracorporeal life support (ECLS) provided by physician; removal of peripheral (arterial and/or venous) cannula(e), open, birth through 5 years of age

    Also known as:

    • Repair of Diaphragmatic Hernia in Newborn
    • Newborn Diaphragm Hernia Surgery
    • Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Repair
    • Baby Hernia Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 39503: Repair, neonatal diaphragmatic hernia, with or without chest tube insertion and with or without creation of ventral hernia

    Also known as:

    • Thoracoscopic Lung Lobe Removal
    • VATS Lobectomy
    • Minimally Invasive Lung Surgery
    • Lung Lobe Resection (Thoracoscopic)

    CPT Codes:

    • 32663: Thoracoscopy, surgical; with lobectomy (single lobe)

    Does Dr. Derderian accept my insurance?

    Dr. Derderian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 436-4949 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Derderian accept in Aurora, CO?

    Dr. Derderian in Aurora, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Derderian's office located?

    Dr. Sarkis Derderian's Primary Practice

    13123 E 16th Ave

    Aurora, CO 80045

    (303) 436-4949

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    Dr. Sarkis Derderian's Practice 2

    777 Bannock St

    Denver, CO 80204

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    What is Dr. Derderian's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Derderian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831416387.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Derderian?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Derderian

    What is Dr. Sarkis Derderian's specialty?

    Dr. Derderian is a Pediatric Surgeon near Aurora, CO.

    What does a Pediatric Surgeon do?

    Pediatric Surgeons specializes in the management of surgical conditions in premature infants, newborns, children, and adolescents.

    Is this Dr. Sarkis Derderian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Derderian is affiliated with Intermountain Health - Lutheran 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 Sarkis Derderian accepting new patients in Aurora, CO?

    Yes, Dr. Sarkis Derderian is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sarkis Derderian offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Derderian's office at (303) 436-4949 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sarkis Derderian?

    Please contact Dr. Derderian's office at (303) 436-4949 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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