Who is Dr. Blum, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in Lake Forest, IL?
Dr. Andrew Blum, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in Lake Forest, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Blum completed his residency at Long Island Coll Hosp, Diagnostic Radiology.
Dr. Blum is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blum’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blum’s office at (312) 695-5753.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Blum?
Dr. Andrew Blum, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Vascular & Interventional Radiologist 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. Blum empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Endovascular Stent Grafts, Interventional Radiology, Peripheral Vascular Disease, Vascular Medicine, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Lake Forest/IL community, Dr. Blum is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Blum go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Emory University Hospital - Emory Health Care, Georgia | Emory University Affiliated Hospitals, Interventional Radiology | Postdoctoral Fellowship: University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey, Radiology
Residency: Long Island Coll Hosp, Diagnostic Radiology | Long Island College Hospital | Emory University Affiliated Hospitals | The Brooklyn Hospital Center
Medical School: University Of Nc At Chapel Hill Sch Of Med- Chapel Hill Nc
Is Dr. Blum board certified as a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Blum, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Blum speak?
Dr. Blum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Blum treat?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Blum 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. Blum. 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:
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:
Vascular Disease
Artery Disease
Blood Vessel Disorder
Circulatory System Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
I779: Disorder of arteries and arterioles, unspecified
Also known as:
Acute Kidney Failure
Kidney Failure
Acute Renal Failure
Sudden Kidney Failure
Renal Failure
Kidney Shutdown
ICD-10 Codes:
N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
N19: Unspecified kidney failure
Also known as:
Other Heart and Lung Symptoms
Heart Disease
Lung Disease
Cardiopulmonary symptoms
Unusual heart and breathing signs
Circulatory-respiratory issues
ICD-10 Codes:
R0989: Other specified symptoms and signs involving the circulatory and respiratory systems
Also known as:
Osteoporosis Fracture of the Spine
Fractures
Osteoporosis
Spine Injuries and Disorder
Vertebral Compression Fracture
Spinal Fracture from Osteoporosis
Brittle Bone Fracture
Fragility Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
M8008XA: Age-related osteoporosis with current pathological fracture, vertebra(e), initial encounter for fracture
Also known as:
Peritoneal Abscess
Abscess
Peritoneal Disorder
Abdominal abscess
Intra-abdominal abscess
Pus pocket in abdomen
ICD-10 Codes:
K651: Peritoneal abscess
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:
Single Lung Nodule
Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
Lung Disease
Lung Spot
Pulmonary Nodule
Spot on Lung Scan
Unusual Lung Scan Results
Atypical Lung Imaging
Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
Fluid in Abdomen
Liver Disease
Ascites
Abdominal fluid buildup
Peritoneal fluid
ICD-10 Codes:
R188: Other ascites
Also known as:
Swollen Kidney
Kidney Disease
Hydronephrosis
Kidney Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
N1330: Unspecified hydronephrosis
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
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:
Aortic Aneurysm
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
AAA
Aorta Bulge
ICD-10 Codes:
I7143: Infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture
Also known as:
Other Soft Tissue Disorder
Connective Tissue Disorder
Muscle Disorder
Muscle and connective tissue problems
Uncommon soft tissue conditions
Various soft tissue ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders
Also known as:
Chronic Venous Insufficiency
Vascular Disease
CVI
Venous Reflux Disease
Leg Vein Incompetence
Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
Unspecified Bone Disorder
Bone Disease
General bone problem
Undiagnosed bone condition
Bone disease not specified
ICD-10 Codes:
M899: Disorder of bone, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Blum perform?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Blum 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. Blum. 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:
Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
Subcutaneous port placement
Central line with port
CPT Codes:
36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
Long-Term Central Venous Catheter Insertion
Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
Tunneled central line placement
Central venous access device insertion
Hickman catheter insertion
Broviac catheter insertion
Central Line Placement
CVC Insertion
Temporary Central Line
IV Access Catheter
CPT Codes:
36558: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump; age 5 years or older
36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
Contrast Injection for Abscess/Cyst Assessment
Vein X-ray Injection (Extremity)
X-Rays
Drainage Catheter Contrast Study
Abscess Imaging
Cystogram via Drain
Extremity Venography
Venogram Injection
Vein Imaging Injection
Contrast Injection for Vein X-ray
CPT Codes:
49424: Contrast injection for assessment of abscess or cyst via previously placed drainage catheter or tube (separate procedure)
36005: Injection procedure for extremity venography (including introduction of needle or intracatheter)
Also known as:
Selective Artery Catheter Placement
Artery Catheter Placement
Major Vein Catheter Insertion
Abdominal Catheter Placement
Arterial Catheterization
Vascular Catheter Placement
Diagnostic Catheter Insertion
Selective Arterial Catheterization
Diagnostic Artery Catheter
Abdominal Artery Catheter
Central Venous Catheter Placement
Vena Cava Catheterization
IVC/SVC Catheter Insertion
Peritoneal Catheter Insertion
Ascites Drainage Catheter
Intraperitoneal Dialysis Catheter
Abdominal Fluid Drainage Tube
Diagnostic Angiography 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
36245: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; each first order abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
36010: Introduction of catheter, superior or inferior vena cava
49418: Insertion of tunneled intraperitoneal catheter (eg, dialysis, intraperitoneal chemotherapy instillation, management of ascites), complete procedure, including imaging guidance, catheter placement, contrast injection when performed, and radiological supervision and interpretation, percutaneous
36246: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial second order abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
Also known as:
Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
Central Line Explant
Port-a-Cath Removal
Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Also known as:
Vena Cava Filter Insertion
IVC Filter Placement
Blood Clot Filter Insertion
Endovascular Vena Cava Filter
CPT Codes:
37191: Insertion of intravascular vena cava filter, endovascular approach including vascular access, vessel selection, and radiological supervision and interpretation, intraprocedural roadmapping, and imaging guidance (ultrasound and fluoroscopy), when performed
Also known as:
Removal of Tunneled Central Venous Catheter
Central Line Removal
Tunneled Catheter Extraction
Venous Access Device Removal
CPT Codes:
36589: Removal of tunneled central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump
Also known as:
Intravascular Ultrasound (Non-Heart Vessels)
IVUS (Non-Coronary)
Vessel Ultrasound
Internal Artery Ultrasound
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)
Also known as:
Leg Artery Angioplasty (Femoral/Popliteal)
Femoral Artery Access for Endograft
Femoral Artery Angioplasty
Popliteal Artery Angioplasty
Leg Artery Revascularization
Percutaneous Femoral Access
Endograft Delivery Access
Artery Closure Procedure
CPT Codes:
37224: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal angioplasty
34713: Percutaneous access and closure of femoral artery for delivery of endograft through a large sheath (12 French or larger), including ultrasound guidance, when performed, unilateral (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
Leg Artery Angioplasty
Tibial Artery Angioplasty
Peroneal Artery Angioplasty
Leg Artery Revascularization
CPT Codes:
37228: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, tibial, peroneal artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with transluminal angioplasty
Also known as:
Blood Vessel Embolization for Bleeding
Artery Blocking Procedure
Artery Occlusion
Vein Embolization
Lymphatic Leak Repair
Vascular Occlusion
Arterial Embolization
Blood Vessel Coiling
AVM Embolization
CPT Codes:
37244: Vascular embolization or occlusion, inclusive of all radiological supervision and interpretation, intraprocedural roadmapping, and imaging guidance necessary to complete the intervention; for arterial or venous hemorrhage or lymphatic extravasation
37242: Vascular embolization or occlusion, inclusive of all radiological supervision and interpretation, intraprocedural roadmapping, and imaging guidance necessary to complete the intervention; arterial, other than hemorrhage or tumor (eg, congenital or acquired arterial malformations, arteriovenous malformations, arteriovenous fistulas, aneurysms, pseudoaneurysms)
Also known as:
Leg Artery Unblocking with Atherectomy and Angioplasty
Femoral Artery Revascularization
Popliteal Artery Atherectomy
Leg Artery Angioplasty
Peripheral Artery Disease Treatment
CPT Codes:
37225: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed
37187: Percutaneous transluminal mechanical thrombectomy, vein(s), including intraprocedural pharmacological thrombolytic injections and fluoroscopic guidance
37184: Primary percutaneous transluminal mechanical thrombectomy, noncoronary, non-intracranial, arterial or arterial bypass graft, including fluoroscopic guidance and intraprocedural pharmacological thrombolytic injection(s); initial vessel
Also known as:
Central Venous Catheter Replacement
Tunneled Catheter Exchange
Central Line Replacement
IV Catheter Change
CPT Codes:
36581: Replacement, complete, of a tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump, through same venous access
Also known as:
Vena Cava Filter Removal
IVC Filter Retrieval
Endovascular Filter Removal
Blood Clot Filter Removal
CPT Codes:
37193: Retrieval (removal) of intravascular vena cava filter, endovascular approach including vascular access, vessel selection, and radiological supervision and interpretation, intraprocedural roadmapping, and imaging guidance (ultrasound and fluoroscopy), when performed
Also known as:
Vein Stent Placement
Transcatheter Vein Stenting
Intravascular Vein Stent
Percutaneous Vein Angioplasty and Stent
CPT Codes:
37238: Transcatheter placement of an intravascular stent(s), open or percutaneous, including radiological supervision and interpretation and including angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed; initial vein
Also known as:
Artery Stent Placement (Non-Coronary/Carotid/Leg)
Intravascular Stent Insertion
Transcatheter Stenting
Peripheral Artery Stent
CPT Codes:
37236: Transcatheter placement of an intravascular stent(s) (except lower extremity artery(s) for occlusive disease, cervical carotid, extracranial vertebral or intrathoracic carotid, intracranial, or coronary), open or percutaneous, including radiological supervision and interpretation and including all angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed; initial artery
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
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:
Dialysis Access Check and Imaging
Dialysis Circuit Angiography
Fistula/Graft Evaluation
Dialysis Access Diagnostic Procedure
CPT Codes:
36901: 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;
Also known as:
Endovascular Aortic Aneurysm Repair
EVAR
Aortic Stent Placement
Aortic Aneurysm Repair
Minimally Invasive Aorta Repair
CPT Codes:
34705: Endovascular repair of infrarenal aorta and/or iliac artery(ies) by deployment of an aorto-bi-iliac endograft including pre-procedure sizing and device selection, all nonselective catheterization(s), all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, all endograft extension(s) placed in the aorta from the level of the renal arteries to the iliac bifurcation, and all angioplasty/stenting performed from the level of the renal arteries to the iliac bifurcation; for other than rupture (eg, for aneurysm, pseudoaneurysm, dissection, penetrating ulcer)
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:
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
Also known as:
Vein Balloon Angioplasty
Transluminal Venous Angioplasty
Open Vein Angioplasty
Percutaneous Vein Angioplasty
Vein Widening Procedure
CPT Codes:
37248: Transluminal balloon angioplasty (except dialysis circuit), open or percutaneous, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty within the same vein; initial vein
Also known as:
Lung or Chest Biopsy
Liver Biopsy (Needle)
Kidney Biopsy
Deep Bone Biopsy
Muscle Needle Biopsy
Biopsy
Percutaneous lung biopsy
Mediastinum core needle biopsy
Image-guided lung biopsy
Percutaneous liver biopsy
Needle liver sample
Liver tissue biopsy
Liver needle aspiration
Renal biopsy
Percutaneous kidney biopsy
Needle kidney biopsy
Needle Bone Biopsy
Trocar Bone Biopsy
Vertebral Body Biopsy
Femur Biopsy
Percutaneous Muscle Biopsy
Muscle Tissue Sample
CPT Codes:
32408: Core needle biopsy, lung or mediastinum, percutaneous, including imaging guidance, when performed
47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous
50200: Renal biopsy; percutaneous, by trocar or needle
20225: Biopsy, bone, trocar, or needle; deep (eg, vertebral body, femur)
20206: Biopsy, muscle, percutaneous needle
Also known as:
Kyphoplasty for Lumbar Spine Fracture
Vertebral Augmentation (Lumbar)
Percutaneous Kyphoplasty (Lower Back)
Spine Fracture Repair (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
22514: Percutaneous vertebral augmentation, including cavity creation (fracture reduction and bone biopsy included when performed) using mechanical device (eg, kyphoplasty), 1 vertebral body, unilateral or bilateral cannulation, inclusive of all imaging guidance; lumbar
Also known as:
Kyphoplasty for Thoracic Spine Fracture
Thoracic Vertebral Augmentation
Spine Fracture Repair (Kyphoplasty)
Backbone Compression Fracture Treatment
CPT Codes:
22513: Percutaneous vertebral augmentation, including cavity creation (fracture reduction and bone biopsy included when performed) using mechanical device (eg, kyphoplasty), 1 vertebral body, unilateral or bilateral cannulation, inclusive of all imaging guidance; thoracic
Also known as:
Kyphoplasty for Additional Vertebra
Vertebral Augmentation (Extra Level)
Spine Fracture Repair (Additional)
Percutaneous Vertebral Body Augmentation
CPT Codes:
22515: Percutaneous vertebral augmentation, including cavity creation (fracture reduction and bone biopsy included when performed) using mechanical device (eg, kyphoplasty), 1 vertebral body, unilateral or bilateral cannulation, inclusive of all imaging guidance; each additional thoracic or lumbar vertebral body (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
Image-Guided Abdominal Fluid Drainage
Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
Draining a Lump or Collection of Fluid
Percutaneous fluid drainage
Abscess drainage with imaging
Peritoneal fluid aspiration
Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
Fluid Removal from Belly
Abscess Aspiration
Cyst Drainage
Hematoma Puncture
Bulla Aspiration
CPT Codes:
49406: Image-guided fluid collection drainage by catheter (eg, abscess, hematoma, seroma, lymphocele, cyst); peritoneal or retroperitoneal, percutaneous
49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
10160: Puncture aspiration of abscess, hematoma, bulla, or cyst
38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)
Also known as:
Superficial Lymph Node Needle Biopsy
Biopsy
Needle Lymph Node Biopsy
Cervical Lymph Node Biopsy
Inguinal Lymph Node Biopsy
Axillary Lymph Node Biopsy
CPT Codes:
38505: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); by needle, superficial (eg, cervical, inguinal, axillary)
Also known as:
Needle Biopsy of Abdominal or Pelvic Mass
Percutaneous Abdominal Biopsy
Retroperitoneal Mass Biopsy
Abdominal Needle Biopsy
CPT Codes:
49180: Biopsy, abdominal or retroperitoneal mass, percutaneous needle
Also known as:
Biliary Drainage Catheter Exchange
Percutaneous Biliary Catheter Exchange
Bile Duct Drain Change
Biliary Drain Replacement
Bile Duct Catheter Swap
CPT Codes:
47536: Exchange of biliary drainage catheter (eg, external, internal-external, or conversion of internal-external to external only), percutaneous, including diagnostic cholangiography when performed, imaging guidance (eg, fluoroscopy), and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation
Also known as:
Abscess or Cyst Drain Catheter Change
Abscess Drainage Catheter Exchange
Cyst Drain Replacement
Radiologically Guided Catheter Change
CPT Codes:
49423: Exchange of previously placed abscess or cyst drainage catheter under radiological guidance (separate procedure)
Also known as:
Gallbladder Drainage Tube Placement
Percutaneous Cholecystostomy
Gallbladder Catheter Placement
Gallbladder Drainage Procedure
P-Tube Gallbladder
CPT Codes:
47490: Cholecystostomy, percutaneous, complete procedure, including imaging guidance, catheter placement, cholecystogram when performed, and radiological supervision and interpretation
Also known as:
Gastro-Jejunostomy Tube Replacement
Percutaneous GJ Tube Replacement
Feeding Tube Change (GJ)
GJ Tube Exchange
CPT Codes:
49452: Replacement of gastro-jejunostomy tube, percutaneous, under fluoroscopic guidance including contrast injection(s), image documentation and report
Also known as:
Percutaneous Cholangiography (Diagnostic)
Bile Duct X-ray
Diagnostic Cholangiogram
Liver Bile Duct Imaging
CPT Codes:
47531: Injection procedure for cholangiography, percutaneous, complete diagnostic procedure including imaging guidance (eg, ultrasound and/or fluoroscopy) and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation; existing access
Also known as:
Sclerotherapy for Fluid Collection
Cyst Sclerotherapy
Lymphocele Treatment
Seroma Injection
Fluid Drainage and Treatment
CPT Codes:
49185: Sclerotherapy of a fluid collection (eg, lymphocele, cyst, or seroma), percutaneous, including contrast injection(s), sclerosant injection(s), diagnostic study, imaging guidance (eg, ultrasound, fluoroscopy) and radiological supervision and interpretation when performed
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:
Kidney Drainage Tube Placement
Percutaneous Nephrostomy
Nephrostomy Catheter Insertion
Kidney Drainage Catheter
CPT Codes:
50432: Placement of 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:
Kidney-Ureter Catheter Change
Nephroureteral Stent Change
Kidney Stent Replacement
Ureteral Catheter Exchange
CPT Codes:
50387: Removal and replacement of externally accessible nephroureteral catheter (eg, external/internal stent) requiring fluoroscopic guidance, including radiological supervision and interpretation
Also known as:
Kidney and Ureter Catheter Placement
Percutaneous Nephroureteral Catheter Insertion
Nephrostomy Tube Placement
Ureteral Stent Placement
CPT Codes:
50433: Placement of nephroureteral catheter, percutaneous, including diagnostic nephrostogram and/or ureterogram when performed, imaging guidance (eg, ultrasound and/or fluoroscopy) and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, new access
Also known as:
Lung Fluid Drainage with Catheter
Tunneled Pleural Catheter Insertion
Percutaneous Pleural Drainage
Chest Tube Insertion
Imaging-Guided Pleural Drain
Indwelling Pleural Catheter Placement
Chest Drainage Catheter
Permanent Pleural Catheter
CPT Codes:
32557: Pleural drainage, percutaneous, with insertion of indwelling catheter; with imaging guidance
32550: Insertion of indwelling tunneled pleural catheter with cuff
Also known as:
Fluid Removal from Lung Area with Imaging Guidance
Thoracentesis
Pleural Fluid Aspiration
Lung Tap
Fluid Drainage from Chest
CPT Codes:
32555: Thoracentesis, needle or catheter, aspiration of the pleural space; with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Blum accept my insurance?
Dr. Blum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 695-5753 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blum accept in Lake Forest, IL?
Dr. Blum in Lake Forest, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Blum's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629020532.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blum?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blum
What is Dr. Andrew Blum's specialty?
Dr. Blum is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near Lake Forest, IL.
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. Contact Dr. Blum to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Andrew Blum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Blum is affiliated with Endeavor Health Elmhurst 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 & Interventional Radiologist?
Explore Vascular & Interventional Radiologist with insights from trusted medical experts on
EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find
the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more.
See all our health guides to find
trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Andrew Blum accepting new patients in Lake Forest, IL?
Yes, Dr. Andrew Blum is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Andrew Blum offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blum's office at (312) 695-5753 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Andrew Blum?
Please contact Dr. Blum's office at (312) 695-5753 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Andrew Blum have?
Dr. Andrew Blum is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
Other Vascular & Interventional Radiologist Near Lake Forest, IL
Dr. Kush Desai, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in Lake Forest, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified.
Dr. Renato Ripamonti, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in Lake Forest, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified.