31 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Misick, Vascular Surgeon in Corpus Christi, TX?
Dr. Lofton Misick, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Corpus Christi, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Misick completed his residency at Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Thoracic Surgery; New Hanover Reg Med Ctr, General Surgery; Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, General Surgery; Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, General Surgery. Dr. Misick is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Misick’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Misick’s office.
Where did Dr. Misick go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Thoracic Surgery; New Hanover Reg Med Ctr, General Surgery; Med Coll Of Virginia Hosp, General Surgery; Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, General Surgery
Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis
Is Dr. Misick board certified as a Vascular Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Lofton Misick, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Thoracic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Misick speak?
Dr. Misick and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Misick typically treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Misick 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. Misick. 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:
- 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 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
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 with Foot Ulcers in Left Leg
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- PAD with Foot Sores
- Poor Circulation with Foot Wounds
- Artery Disease with Foot Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70245: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of left leg with ulceration of other part of foot
What procedures does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Misick typically perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Misick 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. Misick. 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:
- Selective Artery Catheter Placement
- Catheter Placement in Aorta
- Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Catheter Insertion
- Aortic catheterization
- Aorta access procedure
- Main artery catheter insertion
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
- 36200: Introduction of catheter, aorta
Also known as:
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Non-Heart Vessels)
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Additional Non-Coronary Vessel)
- IVUS (Non-Coronary)
- Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Artery Ultrasound
- IVUS for Blood Vessels
- Non-Coronary Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Blood Vessel Imaging
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)
- 37253: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; each additional noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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
Also known as:
- Leg Artery Revascularization with Atherectomy and Angioplasty
- Tibial Artery Revascularization
- Peroneal Artery Revascularization
- Leg Artery Plaque Removal
- Peripheral Artery Disease Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 37229: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, tibial, peroneal artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with atherectomy, 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)
Does Dr. Misick accept my insurance?
Dr. Misick 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. Misick accept in Corpus Christi, TX?
Dr. Misick in Corpus Christi, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Christus Health
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Misick's office located?
What is Dr. Misick's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Misick's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942257746.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Misick?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Misick
What is Dr. Lofton Misick's specialty?
Dr. Misick is a Vascular Surgeon near Corpus Christi, TX.
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. Lofton Misick affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Misick is affiliated with Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline 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 Lofton Misick accepting new patients in Corpus Christi, TX?
Yes, Dr. Lofton Misick is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lofton Misick offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Misick's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lofton Misick?
Please contact Dr. Misick's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lofton Misick have?
Dr. Lofton Misick is certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
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