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Dr. Petar Vukasin, MD

Dr. Petar Vukasin, MD

Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)

Glendale, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vukasin, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Glendale, CA?

    Dr. Petar Vukasin, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Glendale, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Vukasin completed his residency at L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Colon And Rectal Surgery; L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Vukasin is fluent in English, Slavic languages, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vukasin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vukasin’s office at (818) 244-8161.

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

    • Residency: L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Colon And Rectal Surgery; L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, General Surgery

    • Medical School: University of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca

    Is Dr. Vukasin board certified as a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?

    Yes, Dr. Petar Vukasin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery , American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Vukasin speak?

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

    • English
    • Slavic languages
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Vukasin typically treat?

    As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Vukasin 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. Vukasin. 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:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Follow-up Exam
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer treatment checkup
    • Malignancy surveillance
    • Oncology follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Anal Fissure
    • Anal Disorder
    • Rectal Tear
    • Fissure in Anus
    • Perianal Fissure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K602: Anal fissure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • Anal Bleeding
    • Blood in Stool
    • Lower GI Bleed

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum

    Also known as:

    • Third Degree Hemorrhoids
    • Hemorrhoids
    • Prolapsed hemorrhoids
    • Grade 3 hemorrhoids
    • Severe hemorrhoids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K642: Third degree hemorrhoids

    Also known as:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of rectum

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum

    Also known as:

    • Genital Warts
    • Venereal Warts
    • HPV Warts
    • Anogenital Warts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A630: Anogenital (venereal) warts

    What procedures does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Vukasin typically perform?

    As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Vukasin 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. Vukasin. 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:

    • Anoscopy (Diagnostic)
    • Anoscopy
    • Anal Canal Exam
    • Rectal Scope Exam
    • Anus Diagnostic Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 46600: Anoscopy; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
    • Colon Polyp Removal
    • Colorectal Lesion Excision
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening

    CPT Codes:

    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoid Removal with Rubber Band Ligation
    • Rubber Band Ligation for Hemorrhoids
    • Internal Hemorrhoid Ligation
    • Banding of Hemorrhoids
    • Hemorrhoid Banding

    CPT Codes:

    • 46221: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal, by rubber band ligation(s)

    Also known as:

    • Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Sigmoidoscopy
    • Lower colon exam
    • Flexible colon scope
    • Rectum and lower colon check

    CPT Codes:

    • 45330: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Extensive Anal Lesion Removal
    • Anal wart removal
    • Destruction of anal condyloma
    • Anal papilloma treatment
    • Anal lesion ablation

    CPT Codes:

    • 46924: Destruction of lesion(s), anus (eg, condyloma, papilloma, molluscum contagiosum, herpetic vesicle), extensive (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery)

    Does Dr. Vukasin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vukasin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 244-8161 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vukasin accept in Glendale, CA?

    Dr. Vukasin in Glendale, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Apex Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CommonSpirit Health

    • Heritage Health

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Vukasin's office located?

    Dr. Petar Vukasin's Primary Practice

    222 W Eulalia St Ste 100A

    Glendale, CA 91204

    (818) 244-8161

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    Dr. Petar Vukasin's Practice 2

    301 W Huntington Dr Ste 618

    Arcadia, CA 91007

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    Recognitions

    Awards

    Southern California Super Doctors

    Southern California Super Doctors 2008

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

    Dr. Vukasin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659385516.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vukasin?

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

    What is Dr. Petar Vukasin's specialty?

    Dr. Vukasin is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Glendale, CA.

    What does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) do?

    A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders.

    Is Dr. Petar Vukasin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vukasin is affiliated with Dignity Health - Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health Center, Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Usc Arcadia Hospital, Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca) which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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

    When to see a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Petar Vukasin accepting new patients in Glendale, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Petar Vukasin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Petar Vukasin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vukasin's office at (818) 244-8161 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Petar Vukasin?

    Please contact Dr. Vukasin's office at (818) 244-8161 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Vukasin's office located?

    Dr. Vukasin's offices are located in Glendale, CA and Arcadia, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Petar Vukasin have?

    Dr. Petar Vukasin is certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery and American Board of Surgery.