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Who is Dr. Scher, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Daniel Scher, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Scher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Scher’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Scher’s office at (202) 741-3000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Scher?
Dr. Daniel Scher, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Vascular & Interventional Radiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Scher empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Chemoembolization & Tumor Ablation, Interventional Oncology, Liver Cancer/Radioembolization, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Washington, DC community, Dr. Scher is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Scher speak?
Dr. Scher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Scher typically treat?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Scher 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. Scher. 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:
- Dialysis Catheter Management
- Dialysis
- Dialysis catheter adjustment
- Extracorporeal catheter care
- Dialysis access maintenance
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4901: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of extracorporeal dialysis catheter
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Device Fitting and Adjustment
- GI Appliance Fitting
- Digestive Device Adjustment
- Enteral Device Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4659: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of other gastrointestinal appliance and device
Also known as:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Surgical Drain Change or Removal
- Wounds and Injuries
- Drain removal after surgery
- Post-operative drain care
- Changing surgical drains
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4803: Encounter for change or removal of drains
Also known as:
- Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
- Urological Device Fitting
- Bladder Device Adjustment
- Catheter Fitting
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device
Also known as:
- Vein Compression
- Vascular Disease
- Venous Compression Syndrome
- Pinched Vein
- Vein Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- I871: Compression of vein
What procedures does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Scher typically perform?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Scher 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. Scher. 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:
- 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:
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Artery Catheter Placement
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Catheter Insertion
- Selective Arterial Catheterization
- Diagnostic Artery Catheter
- Abdominal Artery Catheter
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
- 36245: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; each first order abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
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:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Also known as:
- Percutaneous Gastrostomy Tube Insertion
- PEG Tube Placement
- G-Tube Insertion
- Feeding Tube Placement (Stomach)
CPT Codes:
- 49440: Insertion of gastrostomy tube, percutaneous, under fluoroscopic guidance including contrast injection(s), image documentation and report
Also known as:
- Image-Guided Abdominal Fluid Drainage
- Percutaneous fluid drainage
- Abscess drainage with imaging
- Peritoneal fluid aspiration
CPT Codes:
- 49406: Image-guided fluid collection drainage by catheter (eg, abscess, hematoma, seroma, lymphocele, cyst); peritoneal or retroperitoneal, percutaneous
Also known as:
- Kidney Biopsy
- Renal biopsy
- Percutaneous kidney biopsy
- Needle kidney biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 50200: Renal biopsy; percutaneous, by trocar or needle
Does Dr. Scher accept my insurance?
Dr. Scher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 741-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Scher accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Scher in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Cigna Group
Culinary Health Fund
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Humana
Medicare
UNITE HERE HEALTH
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Scher's office located?
Dr. Daniel Scher's Primary Practice
2150 Pennsylvania Ave NW
Washington, DC 20037
(202) 741-3000
What is Dr. Scher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Scher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770872665.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Scher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Scher
What is Dr. Daniel Scher's specialty?
Dr. Scher is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near Washington, DC.
What does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist do?
A vascular and interventional radiologist is responsible to diagnose and treat diseases using various imaging modalities, including fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography, and magnetic resonance imaging.
Is this Dr. Daniel Scher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Scher is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: George Washington University Hospital. 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 Daniel Scher accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Daniel Scher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Daniel Scher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Scher's office at (202) 741-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Daniel Scher?
Please contact Dr. Scher's office at (202) 741-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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