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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. 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 as a 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:

    • 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:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs 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

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified

    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

    What procedures does Dr. Hsu perform?

    As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Hsu 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. 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 Plexus Block
    • Celiac plexus injection
    • Abdominal pain block
    • Nerve block for abdominal pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64530: Injection, anesthetic agent; celiac plexus, with or without radiologic monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Intravascular Ultrasound (Non-Heart Vessels)
    • Intravascular Ultrasound (Additional Non-Coronary Vessel)
    • IVUS (Non-Coronary)
    • Vessel Ultrasound
    • Internal Artery Ultrasound
    • IVUS for Blood Vessels
    • Non-Coronary Vessel Ultrasound
    • Internal Blood Vessel Imaging

    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)
    • 37253: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; each additional noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Dialysis Circuit Angioplasty with Balloon
    • Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
    • Dialysis Graft Angioplasty
    • Peripheral Dialysis Segment Angioplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 36902: Introduction of needle(s) and/or catheter(s), dialysis circuit, with diagnostic angiography of the dialysis circuit, including all direct puncture(s) and catheter placement(s), injection(s) of contrast, all necessary imaging from the arterial anastomosis and adjacent artery through entire venous outflow including the inferior or superior vena cava, fluoroscopic guidance, radiological supervision and interpretation and image documentation and report; with transluminal balloon angioplasty, peripheral dialysis segment, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty

    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

    • ArcBest Corporation

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • HealthComp

    • Medicare

    • State of Connecticut

    • State of Tennessee

    • 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

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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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