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Who is Dr. Asandra, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Amy Asandra, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Asandra is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Asandra’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Asandra’s office at (925) 296-7150.
Is Dr. Asandra board certified as a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Amy Asandra, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Asandra speak?
Dr. Asandra and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Asandra typically treat?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Asandra 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. Asandra. 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:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
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:
- Fluid in Abdomen
- Liver Disease
- Ascites
- Abdominal fluid buildup
- Peritoneal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
- R188: Other ascites
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
What procedures does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Asandra typically perform?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Asandra 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. Asandra. 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:
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Lung or Chest Biopsy
- Liver Biopsy (Needle)
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
- Percutaneous lung biopsy
- Mediastinum core needle biopsy
- Image-guided lung biopsy
- Percutaneous liver biopsy
- Needle liver sample
- Liver tissue biopsy
- Liver needle aspiration
CPT Codes:
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
- 32408: Core needle biopsy, lung or mediastinum, percutaneous, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous
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
Also known as:
- Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
- Biopsy
- Bone Marrow Tests
- Bone Marrow Exam
- Bone Marrow Sample Collection
- Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)
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:
- 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
Does Dr. Asandra accept my insurance?
Dr. Asandra accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 296-7150 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Asandra accept in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Asandra in Walnut Creek, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Community Health Network of Washington
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Asandra's office located?
Dr. Amy Asandra's Primary Practice
2125 Oak Grove Rd Ste 200
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
(925) 296-7150
What is Dr. Asandra's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Asandra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588860159.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Asandra?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Asandra
What is Dr. Amy Asandra's specialty?
Dr. Asandra is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near Walnut Creek, CA.
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. Amy Asandra affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Asandra is affiliated with William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, Eden Medical Center, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, Usa Health University 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
When to see a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Amy Asandra accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?
Yes, Dr. Amy Asandra is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amy Asandra offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Asandra's office at (925) 296-7150 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amy Asandra?
Please contact Dr. Asandra's office at (925) 296-7150 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Amy Asandra have?
Dr. Amy Asandra is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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