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Dr. Keith Vandergriend, MD

Bellingham, WA

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Vandergriend, Specialist in Bellingham, WA?

    Dr. Keith Vandergriend, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Bellingham, WA. He has been practicing for over 25 years. Dr. Vandergriend graduated from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program. Dr. Vandergriend is fluent in English and Central Khmer, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vandergriend’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vandergriend’s office at (360) 733-0070.

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

    • Residency: Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Vandergriend speak?

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

    • Central Khmer

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Vandergriend treat?

    As a Specialist, Dr. Vandergriend 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. Vandergriend. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Obstructed Belly Button Hernia
    • Umbilical Hernia
    • Ventral Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin
    • Umbilical Hernia with Obstruction
    • Blocked Belly Button Hernia
    • Strangulated Umbilical Hernia
    • Belly Button Hernia
    • Navel Hernia
    • Umbilical Rupture
    • Abdominal Wall Hernia
    • Epigastric Hernia
    • Spigelian Hernia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
    • K420: Umbilical hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
    • K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Bilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Double Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in Both Groins
    • Non-obstructed Inguinal Hernia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4020: Bilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Trunk Lump or Swelling
    • Body Mass
    • Torso Lump
    • Trunk Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R222: Localized swelling, mass and lump, trunk

    What procedures does Dr. Vandergriend perform?

    As a Specialist, Dr. Vandergriend 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. Vandergriend. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
    • Repair of Small Abdominal Hernia (Complicated)
    • Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
    • Recurrent Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Emergency Groin Hernia Repair
    • Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • First Inguinal Hernia Fix
    • Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
    • Epigastric Hernia Repair
    • Umbilical Hernia Surgery
    • Incisional Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Strangulated Hernia Surgery
    • Ventral hernia repair
    • Umbilical hernia surgery
    • Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
    • Incisional hernia repair
    • Repeat Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Inguinal Hernia Recurrence Surgery
    • Ventral Hernia Repair
    • Umbilical Hernia Repair
    • Incisional Hernia Repair
    • Epigastric Hernia Surgery
    • Inguinal Hernia Surgery
    • Strangulated Hernia Repair
    • Incarcerated Hernia Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
    • 49592: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, incarcerated or strangulated
    • 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible
    • 49520: Repair recurrent inguinal hernia, any age; reducible
    • 49593: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, reducible
    • 49507: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; incarcerated or strangulated

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

    Also known as:

    • Emergency Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Incarcerated Hernia Repair
    • Strangulated Hernia Surgery
    • Ventral Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Umbilical Hernia Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 49594: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, incarcerated or strangulated

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Multiple Hemorrhoids
    • Hemorrhoidectomy
    • Internal and External Hemorrhoid Surgery
    • Piles Removal Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 46260: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, 2 or more columns/groups;

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoid Removal Surgery
    • Hemorrhoidectomy
    • Piles Surgery
    • Internal and External Hemorrhoid Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 46255: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, single column/group;

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesion (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesion
    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesion (3.1-4.0 cm)
    • Benign Skin Growth Excision
    • Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
    • Mole Removal (Large)
    • Skin Lesion Biopsy and Removal
    • Excision of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth
    • Skin Growth Excision
    • Benign Tumor Removal (Skin)
    • Lesion Removal (Scalp, Neck, Hands, Feet, Genitalia)
    • Skin Biopsy Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 11404: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 3.1 to 4.0 cm
    • 11423: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
    • 11424: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; excised diameter 3.1 to 4.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Large Benign Skin Lesion Removal
    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesion
    • Benign Skin Growth Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
    • Large Skin Lesion Biopsy
    • Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
    • Mole Removal
    • Skin Tumor Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 11406: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm
    • 11403: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Large Malignant Skin Lesion Removal
    • Skin Cancer Excision
    • Large Malignant Growth Removal
    • Wide Excision of Skin Cancer
    • Trunk/Limb Skin Cancer Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 11606: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Complicated Pilonidal Cyst Removal
    • Pilonidal Sinus Excision
    • Surgery for Pilonidal Cyst
    • Complex Pilonidal Cystectomy
    • Tailbone Cyst Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11772: Excision of pilonidal cyst or sinus; complicated

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Large Soft Tissue Tumor (Back/Flank)
    • Shoulder Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
    • Subcutaneous Tumor Excision (Back)
    • Flank Tumor Removal
    • Large Soft Tissue Mass Excision
    • Back Tumor Surgery
    • Shoulder Mass Excision
    • Subcutaneous Shoulder Tumor Removal
    • Shoulder Lump Removal
    • Soft Tissue Tumor Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 21931: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of back or flank, subcutaneous; 3 cm or greater
    • 23071: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of shoulder area, subcutaneous; 3 cm or greater

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Large Neck or Chest Tumor
    • Removal of Small Soft Tissue Tumor (Forearm/Wrist)
    • Excision of subcutaneous tumor
    • Neck mass removal
    • Chest wall tumor surgery
    • Forearm Tumor Excision
    • Wrist Soft Tissue Mass Removal
    • Subcutaneous Tumor Removal Arm
    • Small Tumor Removal Forearm

    CPT Codes:

    • 21552: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of neck or anterior thorax, subcutaneous; 3 cm or greater
    • 25075: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of forearm and/or wrist area, subcutaneous; less than 3 cm

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Wall Tumor Removal
    • Abdominal Soft Tissue Tumor Excision
    • Subcutaneous Tumor Removal Abdomen
    • Abdominal Wall Mass Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 22903: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of abdominal wall, subcutaneous; 3 cm or greater

    Also known as:

    • Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Axillary Lymph Node Excision
    • Open Axillary Node Biopsy
    • Underarm Lymph Node Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)

    Does Dr. Vandergriend accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vandergriend accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (360) 733-0070 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vandergriend accept in Bellingham, WA?

    Dr. Vandergriend in Bellingham, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Healthcare Management Administrators (HMA)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Premera Blue Cross

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Vandergriend's office located?

    Dr. Keith Vandergriend's Primary Practice

    2940 Squalicum Pkwy Ste 204

    Bellingham, WA 98225

    (360) 733-0070

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

    Dr. Vandergriend's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740222728.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vandergriend?

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

    What is Dr. Keith Vandergriend's specialty?

    Dr. Vandergriend is a Specialist near Bellingham, WA. Contact Dr. Vandergriend to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Keith Vandergriend affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Vandergriend is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Peacehealth St. Joseph Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Keith Vandergriend accepting new patients in Bellingham, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Keith Vandergriend is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Keith Vandergriend offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vandergriend's office at (360) 733-0070 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Keith Vandergriend?

    Please contact Dr. Vandergriend's office at (360) 733-0070 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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