Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Plecha, Vascular Surgeon in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Edward Plecha, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Plecha graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Vascular Surgery; Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, General Surgery. Dr. Plecha is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Plecha’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Plecha’s office at (619) 528-5000.
Where did Dr. Plecha go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Vascular Surgery; Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, General Surgery | University Hospital Of Cleveland/Case West Res University
Medical School: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Plecha board certified in Vascular Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Edward Plecha, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Plecha speak?
Dr. Plecha and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Plecha treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Plecha 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. Plecha. 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:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease
- PAD from Diabetes
- Circulation Problems from Diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1151: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy without gangrene
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
Also known as:
- Lump in Right Breast
- Lump in Left Breast
- Breast Disease
- Right breast mass
- Right breast lesion
- Right breast nodule
- Left breast mass
- Left breast lesion
- Left breast nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6310: Unspecified lump in the right breast, unspecified quadrant
- N6320: Unspecified lump in the left breast, unspecified quadrant
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Right Leg Pain
- Left Leg Pain
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right lower limb
- Right leg discomfort
- Aching right leg
- Pain in left lower limb
- Left leg discomfort
- Aching left leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79604: Pain in right leg
- M79605: Pain in left leg
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Swelling
- Localized Swelling
- Edema
- Fluid Retention
- Bloating
- Localized Edema
- Swelling in one area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R609: Edema, unspecified
- R600: Localized edema
Also known as:
- Other Soft Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle and connective tissue problems
- Uncommon soft tissue conditions
- Various soft tissue ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Asymptomatic Varicose Veins
- Varicose Veins
- Varicose Veins without Symptoms
- Silent Varicose Veins
ICD-10 Codes:
- I8390: Asymptomatic varicose veins of unspecified lower extremity
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Pain
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R52: Pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Left Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Left Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Left Carotid Artery
- Left Carotid Artery Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6522: Occlusion and stenosis of left carotid artery
Which procedures does Dr. Plecha perform as a Vascular Surgeon?
As a Vascular Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Edward Plecha may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Plecha's office.
Does Dr. Plecha accept my insurance?
Dr. Plecha accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 528-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Plecha accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Plecha in San Diego, 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
Alliance Behavioral Healthcare
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Plecha's office located?
What is Dr. Plecha's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Plecha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669417598.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Plecha?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Plecha
What is Dr. Edward Plecha's specialty?
Dr. Plecha is a Vascular Surgeon near San Diego, CA. A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. Contact Dr. Plecha to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Edward Plecha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Plecha is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego 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 Edward Plecha accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Edward Plecha is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edward Plecha offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Plecha's office at (619) 528-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edward Plecha?
Please contact Dr. Plecha's office at (619) 528-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Edward Plecha have?
Dr. Edward Plecha is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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