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52 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Parikh, Vascular Surgeon in Bridgeton, MO?
Dr. Sharad Parikh, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Bridgeton, MO. He has been practicing for over 52 years and is board certified. Dr. Parikh graduated from B.J. Med Coll, Poona University, Pune, Maharashtra, India and completed his residency at Albert Einstein Med Ctr, General Surgery; Forest Park Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Parikh is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Parikh’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Parikh’s office at (314) 831-4200.
Where did Dr. Parikh go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Albert Einstein Med Ctr, General Surgery; Forest Park Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Jacobi Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine Program
Medical School: B.J. Med Coll, Poona University, Pune, Maharashtra, India
Is Dr. Parikh board certified as a Vascular Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Sharad Parikh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Parikh speak?
Dr. Parikh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Parikh typically treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Parikh 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. Parikh. 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:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
- L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3
- L89313: Pressure ulcer of right buttock, stage 3
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
What procedures does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Parikh typically perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Parikh 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. Parikh. 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:
- Muscle Debridement
- Deep Wound Cleaning
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
- Surgical Wound Debridement
- Tissue Removal for Wound Healing
CPT Codes:
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11046: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Skin Harvest for Cultured Skin Graft
- Split-Thickness Skin Graft (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
- Skin Substitute Graft (Large Area)
- Autologous Skin Graft Harvest
- Cultured Skin Biopsy
- Skin Tissue Collection for Graft
- Donor Skin for Graft
- Autologous Skin Graft
- Partial Thickness Skin Graft
- Skin Transplant
- Artificial skin graft
- Wound covering application
- Skin replacement for large wounds
CPT Codes:
- 15040: Harvest of skin for tissue cultured skin autograft, 100 sq cm or less
- 15100: Split-Thickness Autograft, Trunk, Arms, Legs; First 100 Sq Cm Or Less, Or 1% Of Body Area Of Infants And Children (Except 15050)
- 15273: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area greater than or equal to 100 sq cm; first 100 sq cm wound surface area, or 1% of body area of infants and children
Also known as:
- Wound or Burn Site Preparation for Graft
- Surgery
- Surgical Wound Debridement
- Burn Eschar Excision
- Scar Contracture Release
- Recipient Site Preparation
CPT Codes:
- 15002: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, trunk, arms, legs; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children
Also known as:
- Surgical Preparation for Skin Graft (Additional Area)
- Surgery
- Wound Bed Preparation
- Burn Eschar Excision
- Scar Contracture Release
- Recipient Site Creation
CPT Codes:
- 15003: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, trunk, arms, legs; each additional 100 sq cm, or part thereof, or each additional 1% of body area of infants and children (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Open Bone Biopsy (Superficial)
- Biopsy
- Bone Sample Collection
- Superficial Bone Biopsy
- Open Biopsy of Bone
CPT Codes:
- 20240: Biopsy, bone, open; superficial (eg, sternum, spinous process, rib, patella, olecranon process, calcaneus, tarsal, metatarsal, carpal, metacarpal, phalanx)
Does Dr. Parikh accept my insurance?
Dr. Parikh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 831-4200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Parikh accept in Bridgeton, MO?
Dr. Parikh in Bridgeton, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Essence Healthcare
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
State of Illinois
State of Missouri
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Parikh's office located?
Dr. Sharad Parikh's Primary Practice
3450 Bridgeland Dr Ste F
Bridgeton, MO 63044
(314) 831-4200
What is Dr. Parikh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Parikh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760482384.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Parikh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Parikh
What is Dr. Sharad Parikh's specialty?
Dr. Parikh is a Vascular Surgeon near Bridgeton, MO.
What does a Vascular Surgeon do?
A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels.
Is this Dr. Sharad Parikh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Parikh is affiliated with Christian Hospital 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 Sharad Parikh accepting new patients in Bridgeton, MO?
Yes, Dr. Sharad Parikh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sharad Parikh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Parikh's office at (314) 831-4200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sharad Parikh?
Please contact Dr. Parikh's office at (314) 831-4200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sharad Parikh have?
Dr. Sharad Parikh is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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