28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Aquino, Vascular Surgeon in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Melinda Aquino, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Aquino completed her residency at Boston Medical Center (Boston University). She is a member of the American Board of Medical Specialties, Seton Heart and Vascular Institute in San Mateo, Society for Vascular Surgery, San Francisco Medical Society, and San Francisco Surgical Society. Dr. Aquino is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aquino’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aquino’s office at (415) 752-1122.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Aquino?
Dr. Melinda Aquino, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Vascular Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Aquino empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Endovascular Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Varicose Veins, Vein Disorders, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Francisco/CA community, Dr. Aquino is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Aquino go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Boston Medical Center (Boston University) | Eastern Virginia Medical School
Residency: Boston Medical Center (Boston University)
Medical School: Georgetown University | Indiana University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Aquino speak?
Dr. Aquino and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Aquino treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Aquino 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. Aquino. 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:
- Varicose Veins
- Inflamed Varicose Veins with Leg Ulcer
- Spider Veins
- Venous Insufficiency
- Chronic Venous Disease
- Venous Ulcer with Inflammation
- Thrombophlebitis with Ulcer
- Leg Ulcer and Vein Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83893: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with other complications
- I83813: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with pain
- I83209: Varicose veins of unspecified lower extremity with both ulcer of unspecified site and inflammation
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
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:
- Hardening of Leg or Arm Arteries with Leg Pain When Walking
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- PAD with claudication
- Leg artery disease with pain
- Intermittent claudication
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70219: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, unspecified extremity
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)
Also known as:
- Pain in a Limb
- Pain
- Arm or leg pain
- Extremity pain
- Ache in a limb
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79609: Pain in unspecified limb
Also known as:
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- AAA
- Aorta Bulge
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7140: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
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:
- Swelling
- Edema
- Fluid Retention
- Bloating
ICD-10 Codes:
- R609: Edema, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Narrowing of other blood vessel devices
- Other vascular device blockage
- Blood vessel implant narrowing
- Vascular graft stenosis
- Prosthetic vascular device blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82858A: Stenosis of other vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Other Soft Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle and connective tissue problems
- Uncommon soft tissue conditions
- Various soft tissue ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders
Also known as:
- Other problems with blood vessel devices
- Vascular device complications
- Blood vessel implant issues
- Prosthetic vascular device problems
- Vascular graft complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82898A: Other specified complication of vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Iliac Artery Aneurysm
- Aneurysms
- Iliac Artery Bulge
- Enlarged Iliac Artery
- Pelvic Artery Aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I723: Aneurysm of iliac artery
Which procedures does Dr. Aquino perform as a Vascular Surgeon?
As a Vascular Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Melinda Aquino may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Aquino's office.
Does Dr. Aquino accept my insurance?
Dr. Aquino accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 752-1122 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Aquino accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Aquino in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
All Other Third Party
Centene
Chinese Community Health Plan
Health Plan of San Mateo
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
San Francisco Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Aquino's office located?
Dr. Melinda Aquino's Primary Practice
2250 Hayes St Ste 612
San Francisco, CA 94117
(415) 752-1122
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 2 reviews
Office Experience
95% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
90% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Melinda Aquino an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Aquino has been rated and reviewed by 2 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Aquino, her bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
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Memberships & Associations
American Board of Medical Specialties
Board Certified
Seton Heart and Vascular Institute in San Mateo
Professional Member
Society for Vascular Surgery
Professional Member
San Francisco Medical Society
Professional Member
San Francisco Surgical Society
Professional Member
What is Dr. Aquino's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Aquino's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033190970.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aquino?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Aquino
What is Dr. Melinda Aquino's specialty?
Dr. Aquino is a Vascular Surgeon near San Francisco, CA. A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. Contact Dr. Aquino to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Melinda Aquino affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Aquino is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: AHMC Seton Medical Center, UCSF Health St. Mary's Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Melinda Aquino accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Melinda Aquino is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melinda Aquino offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Aquino's office at (415) 752-1122 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melinda Aquino?
Please contact Dr. Aquino's office at (415) 752-1122 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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