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Dr. Kirubahara Vaheesan, MD
Creve Coeur, MO
28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Vaheesan, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in Creve Coeur, MO?
Dr. Kirubahara Vaheesan, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in Creve Coeur, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Vaheesan is fluent in English, Hindi, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vaheesan’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vaheesan’s office at (314) 888-4647.
Where did Dr. Vaheesan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Tirunelveli Medical Coll., Madurai Univ.
Is Dr. Vaheesan board certified as a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Kirubahara Vaheesan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Vaheesan speak?
Dr. Vaheesan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Tamil
What conditions does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Vaheesan typically treat?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Vaheesan 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. Vaheesan. 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:
- Liver Disease
- Hepatic illness
- Liver condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- K769: Liver disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
Also known as:
- Peripheral Vascular Malformation
- Birth Defects
- Blood Vessel Birth Defect
- Vascular Anomaly
- Limb Vascular Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q279: Congenital malformation of peripheral vascular system, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
What procedures does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Vaheesan typically perform?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Vaheesan 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. Vaheesan. 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
- Venous Embolization
- Vascular embolization
- Artery occlusion for tumors
- Organ ischemia embolization
- Therapeutic embolization
- Vein Occlusion Procedure
- Vascular Malformation Embolization
- Varicocele 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
- 37241: Vascular embolization or occlusion, inclusive of all radiological supervision and interpretation, intraprocedural roadmapping, and imaging guidance necessary to complete the intervention; venous, other than hemorrhage (eg, congenital or acquired venous malformations, venous and capillary hemangiomas, varices, varicoceles)
Also known as:
- Radiofrequency Ablation for Liver Tumors
- RFA Liver
- Percutaneous Liver Ablation
- Liver Tumor Destruction
- Liver Cancer Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 47382: Ablation, 1 or more liver tumor(s), percutaneous, radiofrequency
Also known as:
- Liver Biopsy (Needle)
- Percutaneous liver biopsy
- Needle liver sample
- Liver tissue biopsy
- Liver needle aspiration
CPT Codes:
- 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous
Does Dr. Vaheesan accept my insurance?
Dr. Vaheesan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 888-4647 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vaheesan accept in Creve Coeur, MO?
Dr. Vaheesan in Creve Coeur, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CMS
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Oscar Health
State of Illinois
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Where is Dr. Vaheesan's office located?
Dr. Kirubahara Vaheesan's Primary Practice
641 N New Ballas Rd
Creve Coeur, MO 63141
(314) 888-4647
What hospitals are Dr. Vaheesan affiliated with?
Dr. Vaheesan has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital,St. Louis, MO
SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital,St. Louis, MO
What is Dr. Vaheesan's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vaheesan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982891271.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vaheesan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vaheesan
What is Dr. Kirubahara Vaheesan's specialty?
Dr. Vaheesan is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near Creve Coeur, MO.
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 Dr. Kirubahara Vaheesan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dr. Vaheesan is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Dr. Kirubahara Vaheesan accepting new patients in Creve Coeur, MO?
Yes, Dr. Kirubahara Vaheesan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kirubahara Vaheesan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vaheesan's office at (314) 888-4647 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kirubahara Vaheesan?
Please contact Dr. Vaheesan's office at (314) 888-4647 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Vaheesan's office located?
Dr. Vaheesan's offices are located in Creve Coeur, MO and Saint Louis, MO.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kirubahara Vaheesan have?
Dr. Kirubahara Vaheesan is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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