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Dr. Nicholas Astromoff, MD

Santa Cruz, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Astromoff, Diagnostic Radiologist in Santa Cruz, CA?

    Dr. Nicholas Astromoff, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Santa Cruz, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Astromoff graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and completed his residency at Univ Of Az Coll Of Med, Vascular & Interventional Radiology; Santa Clara Valley Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology; Mount Zion M C Univ Ca, Internal Medicine. Dr. Astromoff is fluent in English, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Astromoff’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Astromoff’s office at (831) 476-7711.

    Where did Dr. Astromoff go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Az Coll Of Med, Vascular & Interventional Radiology; Santa Clara Valley Med Ctr, Diagnostic Radiology; Mount Zion M C Univ Ca, Internal Medicine | University of Arizona College of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: University of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California

    Is Dr. Astromoff board certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Nicholas Astromoff, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology

    What languages does Dr. Astromoff speak?

    Dr. Astromoff and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Russian

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Astromoff typically treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Astromoff 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. Astromoff. 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:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Fatty Liver Disease
    • Liver Disease
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
    • NAFLD
    • NASH
    • Hepatic steatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified

    What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Astromoff typically perform?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Astromoff 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. Astromoff. 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:

    • Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Ultrasound
    • FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
    • Image-Guided Biopsy
    • Fine Needle Aspiration
    • First Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion

    Also known as:

    • Radioactive Tracer Injection for Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Sentinel Node Mapping Injection
    • Lymph Node Tracer Injection
    • Radioactive Dye for Lymph Nodes
    • Sentinel Lymph Node Identification

    CPT Codes:

    • 38792: Injection procedure; radioactive tracer for identification of sentinel node

    Also known as:

    • Shoulder Arthrography Injection
    • Diagnostic Imaging
    • Shoulder MRI Injection
    • Shoulder CT Injection
    • Joint Injection for Imaging
    • Contrast Injection for Shoulder Scan

    CPT Codes:

    • 23350: Injection procedure for shoulder arthrography or enhanced CT/MRI shoulder arthrography

    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

    Does Dr. Astromoff accept my insurance?

    Dr. Astromoff accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 476-7711 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Astromoff accept in Santa Cruz, CA?

    Dr. Astromoff in Santa Cruz, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Santa Cruz County

    • Sutter Health

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Astromoff's office located?

    Dr. Nicholas Astromoff's Primary Practice

    1661 Soquel Dr Ste G

    Santa Cruz, CA 95065

    (831) 476-7711

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    Dr. Nicholas Astromoff's Practice 2

    1441 Constitution Blvd

    Salinas, CA 93906

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    Dr. Nicholas Astromoff's Practice 3

    1685B Commercial Way

    Santa Cruz, CA 95065

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    What is Dr. Astromoff's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Astromoff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023031234.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Astromoff?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Astromoff

    What is Dr. Nicholas Astromoff's specialty?

    Dr. Astromoff is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Santa Cruz, CA.

    What does a Diagnostic Radiologist do?

    A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions.

    Is this Dr. Nicholas Astromoff affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Astromoff is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center, Sutter Maternity & Surgery Center Of Santa Cruz, Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus 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

    When to see a Diagnostic Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Nicholas Astromoff accepting new patients in Santa Cruz, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Nicholas Astromoff is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nicholas Astromoff offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Astromoff's office at (831) 476-7711 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nicholas Astromoff?

    Please contact Dr. Astromoff's office at (831) 476-7711 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nicholas Astromoff have?

    Dr. Nicholas Astromoff is certified by the American Board of Radiology.

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