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Dr. Ira Finch, MD

Dr. Ira Finch, MD

Walnut Creek, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Finch, Vascular & Interventional Radiologist in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Ira Finch, MD is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Finch completed his residency at Moffitt Hosp Univ Of Ca, Radiology. Dr. Finch is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Finch’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Finch’s office at (925) 296-7150.

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

    • Residency: Moffitt Hosp Univ Of Ca, Radiology

    • Medical School: Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma

    Is Dr. Finch board certified as a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Ira Finch, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology

    What languages does Dr. Finch speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Finch typically treat?

    As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Finch 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. Finch. 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:

    • Brain Aneurysm
    • Cerebral Aneurysm
    • Brain Artery Bulge
    • Intracranial Aneurysm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I671: Cerebral aneurysm, nonruptured

    Also known as:

    • Right Carotid Artery Disease
    • Left Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
    • Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
    • Right Carotid Artery Blockage
    • Left Carotid Artery Stenosis
    • Narrowed Left Carotid Artery
    • Left Carotid Artery Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery
    • I6522: Occlusion and stenosis of left carotid artery

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Bleed
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Blood Clot in Brain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified
    • I63312: Cerebral infarction due to thrombosis of left middle cerebral artery

    Also known as:

    • Vascular Access Device Management
    • Vascular Access Care
    • Port Management
    • Catheter Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Brain Bleed
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6200: Nontraumatic subdural hemorrhage, unspecified

    What procedures does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist like Dr. Finch typically perform?

    As a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist, Dr. Finch 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. Finch. 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:

    • Carotid Artery Angiography
    • Cerebral Angiography
    • Neck Artery X-ray
    • Carotid Artery Imaging
    • Brain Blood Vessel Study

    CPT Codes:

    • 36223: Selective catheter placement, common carotid or innominate artery, unilateral, any approach, with angiography of the ipsilateral intracranial carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the extracranial carotid and cervicocerebral arch, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Vertebral Artery Angiography
    • Brain and Neck Artery X-ray (Angiography)
    • Cervicocerebral arch angiography
    • Vertebral artery imaging
    • Brain blood vessel scan
    • Carotid artery angiography
    • Cerebral angiography
    • Intracranial carotid angiography
    • Neck and brain blood vessel imaging

    CPT Codes:

    • 36226: Selective catheter placement, vertebral artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral vertebral circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the cervicocerebral arch, when performed
    • 36224: Selective catheter placement, internal carotid artery, unilateral, with angiography of the ipsilateral intracranial carotid circulation and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, includes angiography of the extracranial carotid and cervicocerebral arch, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
    • Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
    • Subcutaneous port placement
    • Central line with port

    CPT Codes:

    • 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older

    Also known as:

    • Liver Biopsy (Needle)
    • Lung or Chest Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Percutaneous liver biopsy
    • Needle liver sample
    • Liver tissue biopsy
    • Liver needle aspiration
    • Percutaneous lung biopsy
    • Mediastinum core needle biopsy
    • Image-guided lung biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous
    • 32408: Core needle biopsy, lung or mediastinum, percutaneous, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
    • Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
    • Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
    • Fluid Removal from Belly

    CPT Codes:

    • 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance

    Also known as:

    • Guided Lumbar Puncture
    • Guided Spinal Tap
    • Diagnostic Lumbar Puncture with Imaging
    • CT Guided Spinal Tap
    • Fluoroscopy Guided Lumbar Puncture

    CPT Codes:

    • 62328: Spinal puncture, lumbar, diagnostic; with fluoroscopic or CT guidance

    Does Dr. Finch accept my insurance?

    Dr. Finch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 296-7150 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Finch accept in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Finch in Walnut Creek, 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Contra Costa

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Finch's office located?

    Dr. Ira Finch's Primary Practice

    1601 Ygnacio Valley Rd Ste 100

    Walnut Creek, CA 94598

    (925) 296-7150

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

    Dr. Finch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366472912.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Finch?

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

    What is Dr. Ira Finch's specialty?

    Dr. Finch is a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist near Walnut Creek, CA.

    What does a Vascular & Interventional Radiologist do?

    A vascular and interventional radiologist is responsible to diagnose and treat diseases using various imaging modalities, including fluoroscopy, digital radiography, computed tomography, sonography, and magnetic resonance imaging.

    Is this Dr. Ira Finch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Finch is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center 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 Vascular & Interventional Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Ira Finch accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Ira Finch is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ira Finch offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Finch's office at (925) 296-7150 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ira Finch?

    Please contact Dr. Finch's office at (925) 296-7150 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ira Finch have?

    Dr. Ira Finch is certified by the American Board of Radiology.

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