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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kies, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Darren Kies, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kies graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine. Dr. Kies is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kies’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kies’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kies?
Dr. Darren Kies, 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. Kies empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Interventional Oncology, Liver Cancer/Chemoembolization, Uterine Fibroid Embolization, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Atlanta, GA community, Dr. Kies is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Kies go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Tulane University of Louisiana -- | Tulane Univ School of Medicine
Is Dr. Kies board certified as a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Darren Kies, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Kies speak?
Dr. Kies and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Kies typically treat?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Kies 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. Kies. 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:
- Liver Cancer
- Cancer Spread to Liver and Bile Duct
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
- Metastatic Liver Cancer
- Secondary Liver Tumor
- Liver Metastasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
- C787: Secondary malignant neoplasm of liver and intrahepatic bile duct
Also known as:
- Other Kidney and Ureter Disorder
- Kidney Disease
- Ureteral Disorder
- Kidney and Ureter Problems
- Renal and Ureteral Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- N2889: Other specified disorders of kidney and ureter
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy Care
- Ostomy
- G-tube Care
- Feeding Tube Management
- Stomach Tube Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z431: Encounter for attention to gastrostomy
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:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, 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
What procedures does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Kies typically perform?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Kies 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. Kies. 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:
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Advanced Catheter Placement in Arteries
- Artery Catheter Placement
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Catheter Insertion
- Selective arterial catheterization
- Complex arterial catheter placement
- Vascular catheterization
- Angiography catheter placement
- 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
- 36248: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; additional second order, third order, and beyond, abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family (List in addition to code for initial second or third order vessel as appropriate)
- 36245: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; each first order abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
Also known as:
- Blood Vessel Blocking for Tumors or Organ Problems
- Vascular embolization
- Artery occlusion for tumors
- Organ ischemia embolization
- Therapeutic embolization
CPT Codes:
- 37243: Vascular embolization or occlusion, inclusive of all radiological supervision and interpretation, intraprocedural roadmapping, and imaging guidance necessary to complete the intervention; for tumors, organ ischemia, or infarction
Also known as:
- Kidney Tumor Freezing (Cryotherapy)
- Renal Tumor Ablation
- Percutaneous Cryotherapy
- Kidney Cancer Freezing
CPT Codes:
- 50593: Ablation, renal tumor(s), unilateral, percutaneous, cryotherapy
Also known as:
- Kidney Biopsy
- Renal biopsy
- Percutaneous kidney biopsy
- Needle kidney biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 50200: Renal biopsy; percutaneous, by trocar or needle
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:
- Stomach or Colon Feeding Tube Replacement
- Gastrostomy Tube Change
- Cecostomy Tube Replacement
- Percutaneous Feeding Tube Exchange
CPT Codes:
- 49450: Replacement of gastrostomy or cecostomy (or other colonic) tube, percutaneous, under fluoroscopic guidance including contrast injection(s), image documentation and report
Does Dr. Kies accept my insurance?
Dr. Kies 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. Kies accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Kies in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kies' office located?
What is Dr. Kies's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kies's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194922120.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kies?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kies
What is Dr. Darren Kies's specialty?
Dr. Kies is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near Atlanta, GA.
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. Darren Kies affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kies is affiliated with Piedmont Fayette 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 Darren Kies accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Darren Kies is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Darren Kies offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kies's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Darren Kies?
Please contact Dr. Kies's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Darren Kies have?
Dr. Darren Kies is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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Connect with DR. Kies
Dept Of Radiology Division Of Interventional Radio
1364 Clifton Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30322