21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tay, Vascular Surgeon in San Jose, CA?
Dr. Jafar Tay, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Jose, CA. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Tay graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School and completed his residency at Ucsf-Fresno Med Educ Prog, General Surgery. Dr. Tay is fluent in English and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tay’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tay’s office at (408) 258-8760.
Where did Dr. Tay go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucsf-Fresno Med Educ Prog, General Surgery | University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: Eastern Virginia Medical School
Is Dr. Tay board certified as a Vascular Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Jafar Tay, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Tay speak?
Dr. Tay and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Vietnamese
What conditions does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Tay typically treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Tay 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. Tay. 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:
- Lower Leg Pain
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in calf or shin
- Lower leg discomfort
- Aching lower leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79669: Pain in unspecified lower leg
Also known as:
- Varicose Veins
- Spider Veins
- Venous Insufficiency
- Chronic Venous Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83893: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with other complications
Also known as:
- Swelling
- Edema
- Fluid Retention
- Bloating
ICD-10 Codes:
- R609: Edema, unspecified
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Tay typically perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Tay 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. Tay. 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:
- Vein Closure with Chemical Adhesive
- Radiofrequency Vein Ablation
- Endovenous Chemical Ablation
- Varicose Vein Glue Treatment
- Cyanoacrylate Vein Ablation
- VenaSeal Procedure
- Endovenous Radiofrequency Ablation
- RF Ablation for Varicose Veins
- Vein Closure Procedure
- Varicose Vein Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36482: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, by transcatheter delivery of a chemical adhesive (eg, cyanoacrylate) remote from the access site, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous; first vein treated
- 36475: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, radiofrequency; first vein treated
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Muscle Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Unna Boot Application
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
- Compression Boot Application
- Unna Paste Bandage
- Leg Ulcer Dressing
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
Also known as:
- Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
- Bone Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Bone Debridement
- Dead Bone Removal
- Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement
CPT Codes:
- 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Does Dr. Tay accept my insurance?
Dr. Tay accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 258-8760 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tay accept in San Jose, CA?
Dr. Tay in San Jose, 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
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Not Specified
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Tay's office located?
Dr. Jafar Tay's Primary Practice
175 N Jackson Ave Ste 201
San Jose, CA 95116
(408) 258-8760
What is Dr. Tay's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tay's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487691606.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tay?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tay
What is Dr. Jafar Tay's specialty?
Dr. Tay is a Vascular Surgeon near San Jose, 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. Jafar Tay affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tay is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center 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 Jafar Tay accepting new patients in San Jose, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jafar Tay is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jafar Tay offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tay's office at (408) 258-8760 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jafar Tay?
Please contact Dr. Tay's office at (408) 258-8760 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jafar Tay have?
Dr. Jafar Tay is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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