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Who is Dr. Puig Palomar, Thoracic Surgeon in Chico, CA?
Dr. Miguel Puig Palomar, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Chico, CA. Dr. Puig Palomar is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Puig Palomar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Puig Palomar’s office at (530) 894-3278.
What languages does Dr. Puig Palomar speak?
Dr. Puig Palomar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Puig Palomar typically treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Puig Palomar 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. Puig Palomar. 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:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Unstable Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Unstable Chest Pain
- Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Chest Aortic Aneurysm
- Bulging Thoracic Aorta
- Weakened Thoracic Aorta
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7120: Thoracic aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pus in Chest Cavity
- Abscess
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Empyema
- Pleural empyema
- Infected pleural space
ICD-10 Codes:
- J869: Pyothorax without fistula
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Puig Palomar typically perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Puig Palomar 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. Puig Palomar. 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:
- TAVR (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement)
- TAVI
- Percutaneous Aortic Valve Replacement
- Transfemoral Aortic Valve Replacement
- Minimally Invasive Heart Valve Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33361: Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR/TAVI) with prosthetic valve; percutaneous femoral artery approach
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- Heart bypass surgery
- CABG surgery
- Arterial bypass graft
CPT Codes:
- 33533: Coronary artery bypass, using arterial graft(s); single arterial graft
Also known as:
- Endoscopic Vein Harvest for Bypass
- Endoscopy
- Video-Assisted Vein Harvest
- Minimally Invasive Vein Removal
- Endoscopic Saphenous Vein Harvest
- Vein Harvesting for CABG
CPT Codes:
- 33508: Endoscopy, surgical, including video-assisted harvest of vein(s) for coronary artery bypass procedure (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) with 2 Vein Grafts
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) with 4 Vein Grafts
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG surgery
- Heart bypass with vein grafts
- Coronary revascularization
- CABG Surgery
- Heart Bypass with Vein Grafts
- Open Heart Bypass Surgery
- 4-Vessel Bypass
CPT Codes:
- 33518: Coronary artery bypass, using venous graft(s) and arterial graft(s); 2 venous grafts (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 33521: Coronary artery bypass, using venous graft(s) and arterial graft(s); 4 venous grafts (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Left Atrial Appendage Closure (Open Heart)
- LAA Exclusion Surgery
- Left Atrial Appendage Ligation
- Open Heart LAA Closure
CPT Codes:
- 33268: Exclusion of left atrial appendage, open, performed at the time of other sternotomy or thoracotomy procedure(s), any method (eg, excision, isolation via stapling, oversewing, ligation, plication, clip) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Triple Bypass Surgery (Additional Grafts)
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG (Coronary Artery Bypass Graft)
- Heart Bypass Surgery
- Coronary Revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 33519: Coronary artery bypass, using venous graft(s) and arterial graft(s); 3 venous grafts (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Open Aortic Valve Replacement (Prosthetic Valve)
- Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement
- Open Heart Aortic Valve Surgery
- Prosthetic Aortic Valve Implantation
CPT Codes:
- 33405: Replacement, aortic valve, open, with cardiopulmonary bypass; with prosthetic valve other than homograft or stentless valve
Does Dr. Puig Palomar accept my insurance?
Dr. Puig Palomar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (530) 894-3278 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Puig Palomar accept in Chico, CA?
Dr. Puig Palomar in Chico, 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
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Imperial Health Holdings
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Puig Palomar's office located?
Dr. Miguel Puig Palomar's Primary Practice
1430 Esplanade Ste 6
Chico, CA 95926
(530) 894-3278
What is Dr. Puig Palomar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Puig Palomar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558361139.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Puig Palomar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Puig Palomar
What is Dr. Miguel Puig Palomar's specialty?
Dr. Puig Palomar is a Thoracic Surgeon near Chico, CA.
What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?
A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty.
Is this Dr. Miguel Puig Palomar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Puig Palomar is affiliated with Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento 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 Miguel Puig Palomar accepting new patients in Chico, CA?
Yes, Dr. Miguel Puig Palomar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Miguel Puig Palomar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Puig Palomar's office at (530) 894-3278 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Miguel Puig Palomar?
Please contact Dr. Puig Palomar's office at (530) 894-3278 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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