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Dr. Renee Minjarez, MD

Dr. Renee Minjarez, MD

Bellevue, WA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Minjarez, Vascular Surgeon in Bellevue, WA?

    Dr. Renee Minjarez, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Bellevue, WA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Minjarez graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas and completed her residency at Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Minjarez is fluent in English, Russian, Spanish, and Ukrainian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Minjarez’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Minjarez’s office at (425) 453-1772.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Minjarez?

    Dr. Renee Minjarez, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Vascular Surgeon 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. Minjarez empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Aneurysm, Carotid Artery Surgery, Endovascular Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Bellevue, WA community, Dr. Minjarez is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Minjarez go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Oregon Health Sciences University School of Medicine, Portland

    • Residency: Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, General Surgery | Oregon Health Sciences University School of Medicine, Portland

    • Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas

    Is Dr. Minjarez board certified as a Vascular Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Renee Minjarez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Minjarez speak?

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

    • English

    • Russian

    • Spanish

    • Ukrainian

    What conditions does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Minjarez typically treat?

    As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Minjarez 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. Minjarez. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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
    • I83813: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with pain

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Peripheral Arterial Disease
    • Bilateral leg claudication
    • PAD both legs pain with activity
    • Both legs artery pain when walking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs

    Also known as:

    • Left Carotid Artery Disease
    • Right Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Left Carotid Artery Stenosis
    • Narrowed Left Carotid Artery
    • Left Carotid Artery Blockage
    • Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
    • Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
    • Right Carotid Artery Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6522: Occlusion and stenosis of left carotid artery
    • I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery

    Also known as:

    • Aortic Aneurysm
    • Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
    • AAA
    • Aorta Bulge

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7143: Infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of Left Leg Arteries with Leg Pain When Walking
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Peripheral Arterial Disease
    • Left leg PAD with claudication
    • Left leg artery disease with pain
    • Intermittent claudication left leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I70212: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, left leg

    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

    What procedures does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Minjarez typically perform?

    As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Minjarez 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. Minjarez. 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:

    • 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:

    • Arteriovenous Fistula Creation
    • AV Fistula Surgery
    • Cimino Fistula
    • Vascular Access for Dialysis

    CPT Codes:

    • 36821: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; direct, any site (eg, Cimino type) (separate procedure)

    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:

    • Leg Artery Angioplasty
    • Tibial Artery Angioplasty
    • Peroneal Artery Angioplasty
    • Leg Artery Revascularization

    CPT Codes:

    • 37228: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, tibial, peroneal artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with transluminal angioplasty

    Also known as:

    • Selective Artery Catheter Placement
    • Arterial Catheterization
    • Vascular Catheter Placement
    • Diagnostic Catheter Insertion

    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

    Also known as:

    • Foam Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
    • Varicose vein foam injection
    • Ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy
    • Saphenous vein treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 36465: Injection of non-compounded foam sclerosant with ultrasound compression maneuvers to guide dispersion of the injectate, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring; single incompetent extremity truncal vein (eg, great saphenous vein, accessory saphenous vein)

    Also known as:

    • Leg Artery Angioplasty (Femoral/Popliteal)
    • Femoral Artery Angioplasty
    • Popliteal Artery Angioplasty
    • Leg Artery Revascularization

    CPT Codes:

    • 37224: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal angioplasty

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar Spinal Fusion
    • Lumbar Interbody Fusion
    • Lower Back Fusion
    • Spinal Arthrodesis

    CPT Codes:

    • 22558: Arthrodesis, anterior interbody technique, including minimal discectomy to prepare interspace (other than for decompression); lumbar

    Does Dr. Minjarez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Minjarez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (425) 453-1772 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Minjarez accept in Bellevue, WA?

    Dr. Minjarez in Bellevue, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Premera Blue Cross

    • State of Washington

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Minjarez's office located?

    Dr. Renee Minjarez's Primary Practice

    1135 116th Ave NE Ste 305

    Bellevue, WA 98004

    (425) 453-1772

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    Dr. Renee Minjarez's Practice 2

    12333 NE 130th Ln Ste 425

    Kirkland, WA 98034

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

    Dr. Minjarez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639373277.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Minjarez?

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

    What is Dr. Renee Minjarez's specialty?

    Dr. Minjarez is a Vascular Surgeon near Bellevue, WA.

    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. Renee Minjarez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Minjarez is affiliated with Overlake Hospital Medical Center 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 Renee Minjarez accepting new patients in Bellevue, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Renee Minjarez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Renee Minjarez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Minjarez's office at (425) 453-1772 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Renee Minjarez?

    Please contact Dr. Minjarez's office at (425) 453-1772 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Renee Minjarez have?

    Dr. Renee Minjarez is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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