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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Velastegui, Specialist in Carmichael, CA?
Dr. Romel Velastegui, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Carmichael, CA. Dr. Velastegui graduated from University of Duhok Faculty of Medical Sciences. Dr. Velastegui is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Velastegui’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Velastegui’s office.
Where did Dr. Velastegui go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Duhok Faculty of Medical Sciences | Universidad De Cuenca, Facultad De Ciencias Medicas
What languages does Dr. Velastegui speak?
Dr. Velastegui and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Velastegui typically treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Velastegui 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. Velastegui. 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:
- 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:
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- AAA
- Aorta Bulge
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7143: Infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Bilateral leg claudication
- PAD both legs pain with activity
- Both legs artery pain when walking
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs
Also known as:
- Hardening of Arteries in Both Leg Bypass Grafts
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Bilateral Leg PAD in Grafts
- Blocked Leg Bypass Grafts
- Artery Disease in Both Leg Grafts
- Atherosclerosis of Bilateral Leg Bypass Grafts
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70693: Other atherosclerosis of nonbiological bypass graft(s) of the extremities, bilateral legs
What procedures does a Specialist like Dr. Velastegui typically perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. Velastegui 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. Velastegui. 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:
- Catheter Placement in Aorta
- Advanced Catheter Placement in Arteries
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Aortic catheterization
- Aorta access procedure
- Main artery catheter insertion
- Selective arterial catheterization
- Complex arterial catheter placement
- Vascular catheterization
- Angiography catheter placement
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36200: Introduction of catheter, aorta
- 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)
- 36247: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial third order or more selective abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
Also known as:
- Artery Needle or Catheter Insertion
- Arterial Line Placement
- Arterial Puncture
- Artery Catheterization
- Peripheral Arterial Access
CPT Codes:
- 36140: Introduction of needle or intracatheter, upper or lower extremity artery
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Clearing Surgery
- Carotid endarterectomy
- Neck artery surgery
- Vertebral artery clearing
- Subclavian artery clearing
CPT Codes:
- 35301: Thromboendarterectomy, including patch graft, if performed; carotid, vertebral, subclavian, by neck incision
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Stent Placement
- Femoral Artery Stenting
- Popliteal Artery Stenting
- Leg Artery Angioplasty
- Endovascular Revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 37226: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal stent placement(s), includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
Also known as:
- Arteriovenous Fistula Creation
- AV Fistula Surgery
- Cimino Fistula
- Vascular Access for Dialysis
CPT Codes:
- 36821: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; direct, any site (eg, Cimino type) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Iliac Artery Stent Placement
- Endovascular iliac artery stenting
- Iliac artery angioplasty with stent
- Pelvic artery revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 37221: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, iliac artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with transluminal stent placement(s), includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
Does Dr. Velastegui accept my insurance?
Dr. Velastegui 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. Velastegui accept in Carmichael, CA?
Dr. Velastegui in Carmichael, 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Velastegui's office located?
What is Dr. Velastegui's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Velastegui's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457301608.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Velastegui?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Velastegui
What is Dr. Romel Velastegui's specialty?
Dr. Velastegui is a Specialist near Carmichael, CA.
Is this Dr. Romel Velastegui affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Velastegui is affiliated with Mercy San Juan Medical Center, Sutter Roseville Medical Center, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Mercy General Hospital, Marshall Hospital, Woodland Memorial 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
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Is Romel Velastegui accepting new patients in Carmichael, CA?
Yes, Dr. Romel Velastegui is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Romel Velastegui offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Velastegui's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Romel Velastegui?
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6401 Coyle Ave Ste 311
Carmichael, CA 95608