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Who is Dr. Guo, Vascular Surgeon in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Sydney Guo, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Santa Barbara, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Guo graduated from New York University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, General Surgery. Dr. Guo is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Guo’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Guo’s office at (805) 643-3330.
Where did Dr. Guo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucla Med Ctr/Ucla D Geffen Sch, General Surgery | University of California (Davis) Program
Medical School: New York Univ Sch of Med, New York Ny | New York University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Guo board certified as a Vascular Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Sydney Guo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Guo speak?
Dr. Guo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Guo typically treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Guo 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. Guo. 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:
- 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:
- Peripheral Arterial Disease in Both Legs
- Peripheral Arterial Disease with Foot Ulcers in Left Leg
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- PAD in Both Legs
- Poor Circulation in Both Legs
- Hardening of Arteries in Both Legs
- PAD with Foot Sores
- Poor Circulation with Foot Wounds
- Artery Disease with Foot Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70293: Other atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities, bilateral legs
- I70245: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of left leg with ulceration of other part of foot
Also known as:
- Hardening of Right Leg Arteries with Foot Ulcer
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- PAD with foot wound
- Right leg artery disease with foot ulcer
- Vascular ulcer on foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70235: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of right leg with ulceration of other part of foot
What procedures does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Guo typically perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Guo 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. Guo. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Dialysis Access Angioplasty and Stenting
- Dialysis Fistula Repair
- Dialysis Graft Stenting
- Peripheral Dialysis Circuit Intervention
CPT Codes:
- 36903: 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 transcatheter placement of intravascular stent(s), peripheral dialysis segment, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the stenting, and all angioplasty within the peripheral dialysis segment
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Radiofrequency Vein Ablation
- Endovenous Radiofrequency Ablation
- RF Ablation for Varicose Veins
- Vein Closure Procedure
- Varicose Vein Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36475: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, radiofrequency; first vein treated
Does Dr. Guo accept my insurance?
Dr. Guo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 643-3330 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Guo accept in Santa Barbara, CA?
Dr. Guo in Santa Barbara, 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
Clinicas del Camino Real
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Guo's office located?
Dr. Sydney Guo's Primary Practice
1919 State St Ste 204
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(805) 643-3330
What is Dr. Guo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Guo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619922291.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Guo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Guo
What is Dr. Sydney Guo's specialty?
Dr. Guo is a Vascular Surgeon near Santa Barbara, CA.
What does a Vascular Surgeon do?
A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels.
Is this Dr. Sydney Guo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Guo is affiliated with Community Memorial Hospital - Ventura 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 Sydney Guo accepting new patients in Santa Barbara, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sydney Guo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sydney Guo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Guo's office at (805) 643-3330 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sydney Guo?
Please contact Dr. Guo's office at (805) 643-3330 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sydney Guo have?
Dr. Sydney Guo is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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