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Who is Dr. Ambruster, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in Tualatin, OR?
Dr. Scott Ambruster, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in Tualatin, OR with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ambruster graduated from The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio. Dr. Ambruster is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ambruster’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ambruster’s office.
Where did Dr. Ambruster go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio
Is Dr. Ambruster board certified as a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Scott Ambruster, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Ambruster speak?
Dr. Ambruster and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Ambruster typically treat?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Ambruster 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. Ambruster. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
What procedures does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Ambruster typically perform?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Ambruster 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. Ambruster. 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:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Liver Biopsy (Needle)
- Lung or Chest Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
- Percutaneous liver biopsy
- Needle liver sample
- Liver tissue biopsy
- Liver needle aspiration
- Percutaneous lung biopsy
- Mediastinum core needle biopsy
- Image-guided lung biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
- 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous
- 32408: Core needle biopsy, lung or mediastinum, percutaneous, including imaging guidance, when performed
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:
- 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:
- Exchange of Kidney Drainage Catheter
- Nephrostomy tube exchange
- Percutaneous nephrostomy catheter change
- Kidney drainage tube replacement
- Nephrostogram with catheter exchange
CPT Codes:
- 50435: Exchange nephrostomy catheter, percutaneous, including diagnostic nephrostogram and/or ureterogram when performed, imaging guidance (eg, ultrasound and/or fluoroscopy) and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation
Also known as:
- Fluid Removal from Lung Area with Imaging Guidance
- Thoracentesis
- Pleural Fluid Aspiration
- Lung Tap
- Fluid Drainage from Chest
CPT Codes:
- 32555: Thoracentesis, needle or catheter, aspiration of the pleural space; with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Ambruster accept my insurance?
Dr. Ambruster 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. Ambruster accept in Tualatin, OR?
Dr. Ambruster in Tualatin, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cambia Health Solutions
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Providence Health & Services
Samaritan Health Services
State of Oregon
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ambruster's office located?
What is Dr. Ambruster's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ambruster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760686505.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ambruster?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ambruster
What is Dr. Scott Ambruster's specialty?
Dr. Ambruster is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near Tualatin, OR.
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. Scott Ambruster affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ambruster is affiliated with Salem Hospital - Salem, Or, Legacy Mount Hood Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Sunnyside Medical Center, Ohsu Hospital - Portland, Legacy Emanuel Medical Center, Samaritan Albany General Hospital 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 Scott Ambruster accepting new patients in Tualatin, OR?
Yes, Dr. Scott Ambruster is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Scott Ambruster offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ambruster's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Scott Ambruster?
Please contact Dr. Ambruster's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Scott Ambruster have?
Dr. Scott Ambruster is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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