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Dr. Eric Berens, MD

Dr. Eric Berens, MD

Tucson, AZ

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Berens, Vascular Surgeon in Tucson, AZ?

    Dr. Eric Berens, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Berens graduated from University of Arizona, College of Medicine and completed his residency at Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Vascular Surgery; Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, General Surgery; Univ Of Mn Affil Hosps, General Surgery; Fairview-Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Berens is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Berens’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Berens’s office at (520) 296-5500.

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

    • Residency: Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Vascular Surgery; Barnes-Jewish Hosp-S Campus, General Surgery; Univ Of Mn Affil Hosps, General Surgery; Fairview-Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery | University Of Minnesota | University of Minnesota Medical School Program

    • Medical School: University of Az Collage of Medicine | University of Arizona, College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Berens board certified as a Vascular Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Eric Berens, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Berens speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Berens treat?

    As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Berens 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. Berens. 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:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
    • Peripheral Artery Disease with Right Leg Pain When Walking
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Peripheral Arterial Disease
    • Bilateral leg claudication
    • PAD both legs pain with activity
    • Both legs artery pain when walking
    • Right leg claudication
    • PAD right leg pain with activity
    • Right leg artery pain when walking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs
    • I70211: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, right leg

    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:

    • Varicose Veins
    • Spider Veins
    • Venous Insufficiency
    • Chronic Venous Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I83813: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with pain

    Also known as:

    • Localized Swelling
    • Edema
    • Localized Edema
    • Fluid Retention
    • Swelling in one area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R600: Localized edema

    Also known as:

    • Aortic Aneurysm
    • Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
    • AAA
    • Aorta Bulge

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7143: Infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery

    What procedures does Dr. Berens perform?

    As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Berens 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. Berens. 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:

    • Intravascular Ultrasound (Non-Heart Vessels)
    • IVUS (Non-Coronary)
    • Vessel Ultrasound
    • Internal Artery Ultrasound

    CPT Codes:

    • 37252: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; initial noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Leg Artery Revascularization with Stent and Atherectomy
    • Femoral artery revascularization
    • Popliteal artery revascularization
    • Leg artery stenting and atherectomy
    • Endovascular leg artery repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 37227: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal stent placement(s) and atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Iliac Artery Stent Placement
    • Endovascular iliac artery stenting
    • Iliac artery angioplasty with stent
    • Pelvic artery revascularization

    CPT Codes:

    • 37221: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, iliac artery, unilateral, initial vessel; with transluminal stent placement(s), includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Radiofrequency Vein Ablation
    • Endovenous Radiofrequency Ablation
    • RF Ablation for Varicose Veins
    • Vein Closure Procedure
    • Varicose Vein Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 36475: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, radiofrequency; first vein treated

    Also known as:

    • Leg Artery Unblocking with Atherectomy and Angioplasty
    • Femoral Artery Revascularization
    • Popliteal Artery Atherectomy
    • Leg Artery Angioplasty
    • Peripheral Artery Disease Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 37225: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with atherectomy, includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Artery Stent Placement (Non-Coronary/Carotid/Leg)
    • Intravascular Stent Insertion
    • Transcatheter Stenting
    • Peripheral Artery Stent

    CPT Codes:

    • 37236: Transcatheter placement of an intravascular stent(s) (except lower extremity artery(s) for occlusive disease, cervical carotid, extracranial vertebral or intrathoracic carotid, intracranial, or coronary), open or percutaneous, including radiological supervision and interpretation and including all angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed; initial artery

    Does Dr. Berens accept my insurance?

    Dr. Berens accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 296-5500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Berens accept in Tucson, AZ?

    Dr. Berens in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Banner Health

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Presbyterian Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Berens' office located?

    Dr. Eric Berens' Primary Practice

    6377 E Tanque Verde Rd Ste 101

    Tucson, AZ 85715

    (520) 296-5500

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    Dr. Eric Berens' Practice 2

    1710 N Mastick Way

    Nogales, AZ 85621

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    Dr. Eric Berens' Practice 3

    335 S Ocotillo St

    Benson, AZ 85602

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

    Dr. Berens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679578702.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Berens?

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

    What is Dr. Eric Berens's specialty?

    Dr. Berens is a Vascular Surgeon near Tucson, AZ. A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. Contact Dr. Berens to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Eric Berens affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Berens is affiliated with Tucson Medical Center, Carondelet St. Joseph's Hospital, Banner - University Medical Center Tucson 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

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    Is Eric Berens accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Eric Berens is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Eric Berens offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Berens's office at (520) 296-5500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Eric Berens?

    Please contact Dr. Berens's office at (520) 296-5500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Eric Berens have?

    Dr. Eric Berens is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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