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Dr. Richard Hsu, MD, PHD

Danbury, CT

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hsu, Vascular Surgeon in Danbury, CT?

    Dr. Richard Hsu, MD, PHD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Danbury, CT with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Hsu is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hsu’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hsu’s office at (475) 206-0440.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Hsu?

    Dr. Richard Hsu, MD, PHD is a highly-rated, board-certified Vascular Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Hsu empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cerebrovascular Disease, Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS), or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Danbury/CT community, Dr. Hsu is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Is Dr. Hsu board certified in Vascular Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Hsu, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Hsu speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Hsu treat?

    As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Hsu 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. Hsu. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Celiac Artery Compression Syndrome
    • Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome
    • MALS
    • Celiac Artery Entrapment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I774: Celiac artery compression syndrome

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
    • Peripheral Artery Disease with Right Leg Pain When Walking
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Peripheral Arterial Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries
    • Bilateral leg claudication
    • PAD both legs pain with activity
    • Both legs artery pain when walking
    • Right leg claudication
    • PAD right leg pain with activity
    • Right leg artery pain when walking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
    • I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs
    • I70211: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, right leg

    Also known as:

    • Left Leg Pain
    • Right Leg Pain
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Pain in left lower limb
    • Left leg discomfort
    • Aching left leg
    • Pain in right lower limb
    • Right leg discomfort
    • Aching right leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79605: Pain in left leg
    • M79604: Pain in right leg

    Also known as:

    • Varicose Veins
    • Painful Varicose Veins
    • Spider Veins
    • Venous Insufficiency
    • Chronic Venous Disease
    • Symptomatic Varicose Veins
    • Aching Leg Veins

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I83813: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with pain
    • I83811: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with pain
    • I83812: Varicose veins of left lower extremity with pain

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    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:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Lymphedema
    • Lymphatic Swelling
    • Fluid Retention in Limbs
    • Chronic Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Narrowing of other blood vessel devices
    • Other vascular device blockage
    • Blood vessel implant narrowing
    • Vascular graft stenosis
    • Prosthetic vascular device blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T82858A: Stenosis of other vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter

    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

    Also known as:

    • Localized Swelling
    • Edema
    • Localized Edema
    • Fluid Retention
    • Swelling in one area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R600: Localized edema

    Also known as:

    • Other problems with blood vessel devices
    • Vascular device complications
    • Blood vessel implant issues
    • Prosthetic vascular device problems
    • Vascular graft complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T82898A: Other specified complication of vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter

    Which procedures does Dr. Hsu perform as a Vascular Surgeon?

    As a Vascular Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Richard Hsu may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hsu's office.

    Does Dr. Hsu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hsu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (475) 206-0440 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hsu accept in Danbury, CT?

    Dr. Hsu in Danbury, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Connecticut

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Hsu's office located?

    Dr. Richard Hsu also offers virtual visits

    Dr. Richard Hsu's Primary Practice

    7 Germantown Rd Ste 2B

    Danbury, CT 06810

    (475) 206-0440

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    Dr. Richard Hsu's Practice 2

    495 Hawley Ln Ste 2A

    Stratford, CT 06614

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    Dr. Richard Hsu's Practice 3

    29 Hospital Plz Ste 604

    Stamford, CT 06902

    (203) 276-8582

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Richard Hsu?

    Dr. Hsu has appointments available at his Danbury, CT office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Hsu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942495775.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hsu?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Hsu's specialty?

    Dr. Hsu is a Vascular Surgeon near Danbury, CT. A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. Contact Dr. Hsu to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Richard Hsu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hsu is affiliated with Stamford 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

    Where can I learn more about Vascular Surgeon?

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    Is Richard Hsu accepting new patients in Danbury, CT?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Hsu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Hsu offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Hsu, or call (475) 206-0440 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Hsu?

    Yes, Dr. Hsu offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Hsu, or call (475) 206-0440 for more information.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Hsu have?

    Dr. Richard Hsu is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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