Dr. Stuart Braverman, MD
Santa Barbara, CA
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Braverman, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Stuart Braverman, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in Santa Barbara, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Braverman completed his residency at Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Diagnostic Radiology; La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology; Pacific Presby Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Braverman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Braverman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Braverman’s office at (805) 898-3141.
Where did Dr. Braverman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Diagnostic Radiology; La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology; Pacific Presby Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca
Is Dr. Braverman board certified as a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Stuart Braverman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Braverman speak?
Dr. Braverman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Braverman typically treat?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Braverman 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. Braverman. 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 here.
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:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
- Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
- General Observation for Excluded Conditions
- Broad Diagnostic Observation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out
Also known as:
- Collapsed Lung
- Atelectasis
- Lung collapse
- Incomplete lung expansion
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9811: Atelectasis
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Catheter Management
- Catheter adjustment
- Catheter care
- Non-vascular catheter maintenance
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4682: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of non-vascular catheter
Also known as:
- Neck Injury
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Neck Trauma
- Neck Damage
- Injured Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- S199XXA: Unspecified injury of neck, initial encounter
What procedures does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Braverman typically perform?
As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Braverman 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. Braverman. 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 here.
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:
- PICC Line Insertion (Adult/Older Child)
- Long-Term Central Venous Catheter Insertion
- Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter
- PICC Line Placement
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion
- Tunneled central line placement
- Central venous access device insertion
- Hickman catheter insertion
- Broviac catheter insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36573: Insertion of peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC), without subcutaneous port or pump, including all imaging guidance, image documentation, and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation required to perform the insertion; age 5 years or older
- 36558: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump; age 5 years or older
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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
- Biopsy
- Bone Marrow Tests
- Bone Marrow Exam
- Bone Marrow Sample Collection
- Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)
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
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Bladder Aspiration with Suprapubic Catheter
- Suprapubic catheter insertion
- Bladder drainage tube placement
- Percutaneous bladder catheter
CPT Codes:
- 51102: Aspiration of bladder; with insertion of suprapubic catheter
Does Dr. Braverman accept my insurance?
Dr. Braverman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 898-3141 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Braverman accept in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Braverman in Santa Barbara, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthComp
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Santa Barbara Select IPA
Sutter Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Braverman's office located?
Dr. Stuart Braverman's Primary Practice
4151 Foothill Rd
Santa Barbara, CA 93110
(805) 898-3141
What is Dr. Braverman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Braverman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811940901.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Braverman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Braverman
What is Dr. Stuart Braverman's specialty?
Dr. Braverman is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near Santa Barbara, CA.
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 this Dr. Stuart Braverman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Braverman is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage 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 Stuart Braverman accepting new patients in Santa Barbara, CA?
Yes, Dr. Stuart Braverman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stuart Braverman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Braverman's office at (805) 898-3141 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stuart Braverman?
Please contact Dr. Braverman's office at (805) 898-3141 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stuart Braverman have?
Dr. Stuart Braverman is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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