21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Horton, Vascular Surgeon in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Curtis Horton, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Horton completed his residency at Scripps Clinic, Vascular Surgery; Swedish Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Horton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Horton’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Horton’s office at (858) 499-2710.
Where did Dr. Horton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Scripps Clinic, Vascular Surgery; Swedish Med Ctr, General Surgery | Swedish Medical Center
Medical School: University of Nv Sch of Med, Reno Nv | University of Nevada Reno
Is Dr. Horton board certified as a Vascular Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Curtis Horton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Horton speak?
Dr. Horton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Horton typically treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Horton 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. Horton. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Painful Varicose Veins
- Varicose Veins
- Symptomatic Varicose Veins
- Aching Leg Veins
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83819: Varicose veins of unspecified lower extremity with pain
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Carotid Artery
- Carotid Artery Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6529: Occlusion and stenosis of unspecified carotid artery
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
What procedures does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Horton typically perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Horton 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. Horton. 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:
- Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
- Vein Injection Therapy
- Varicose Vein Sclerosing
- Chemical Ablation of Veins
CPT Codes:
- 36471: Injection of sclerosant; multiple incompetent veins (other than telangiectasia), same leg
Also known as:
- Arteriovenous Fistula Creation
- AV Fistula Surgery
- Cimino Fistula
- Vascular Access for Dialysis
CPT Codes:
- 36821: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; direct, any site (eg, Cimino type) (separate procedure)
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:
- Forearm Arteriovenous (AV) Fistula Creation
- AV fistula surgery
- Forearm vein transposition
- Dialysis access fistula
CPT Codes:
- 36820: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; by forearm vein transposition
Also known as:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Unna Boot Application
- Compression Boot Application
- Unna Paste Bandage
- Leg Ulcer Dressing
CPT Codes:
- 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Intraperitoneal Catheter Insertion
- Tunneled Peritoneal Catheter Placement
- Laparoscopic Abdominal Catheter
- Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 49324: Laparoscopy, surgical; with insertion of tunneled intraperitoneal catheter
Does Dr. Horton accept my insurance?
Dr. Horton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 499-2710 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Horton accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Horton in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Horton's office located?
Dr. Curtis Horton's Primary Practice
8010 Frost St Fl 2
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 499-2710
What is Dr. Horton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Horton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184619892.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Horton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Horton
What is Dr. Curtis Horton's specialty?
Dr. Horton is a Vascular Surgeon near San Diego, CA.
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. Curtis Horton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Horton is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Coronado Hospital 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 Curtis Horton accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Curtis Horton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Curtis Horton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Horton's office at (858) 499-2710 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Curtis Horton?
Please contact Dr. Horton's office at (858) 499-2710 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Curtis Horton have?
Dr. Curtis Horton is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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