
32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rayhill, Transplant Surgeon in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Stephen Rayhill, MD is a Transplant Surgeon, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Rayhill graduated from Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons and completed his residency at Surgery - General, Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford. Dr. Rayhill is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rayhill’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rayhill’s office at (206) 520-5000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Rayhill?
Dr. Stephen Rayhill, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Transplant Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Rayhill empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Hepatobiliary Surgery, Liver Cancer, Transplant-Kidney, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Seattle, WA community, Dr. Rayhill is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Rayhill go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Stanford University SOM | Univ. of Wisconsin @ Madison | Univ. of Wisconsin @ Madison
Residency: Surgery - General, Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford | Stanford University Medical Center, Stanford Ca - Bariatric Surgery | Stanford University Program
Medical School: Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons
Is Dr. Rayhill board certified as a Transplant Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Rayhill, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Surgery since 1995
What languages does Dr. Rayhill speak?
Dr. Rayhill and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Rayhill typically treat?
As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Rayhill 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. Rayhill. 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 from High Blood Pressure
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N186: End stage renal disease
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:
- Kidney Donation
- Organ Donation
- Living kidney donation
- Deceased kidney donation
- Renal donation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z524: Kidney donor
What procedures does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Rayhill typically perform?
As a Transplant Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Stephen Rayhill may include:
- Intestinal and Multivisceral Transplant
- Kidney Transplant Consultation
- Kidney Transplant Follow Up
- Lung Transplant Consultation
- Lung Transplant Follow Up
- Organ Transplant
- Pancreas Transplant Consultation
- Pancreas Transplant Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Rayhill's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Rayhill accept my insurance?
Dr. Rayhill accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 520-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rayhill accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Rayhill in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Cambia Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Rayhill's office located?
Dr. Stephen Rayhill's Primary Practice
1959 NE Pacific St
Seattle, WA 98195
(206) 520-5000
What is Dr. Rayhill's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rayhill's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063420586.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rayhill?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rayhill
What is Dr. Stephen Rayhill's specialty?
Dr. Rayhill is a Transplant Surgeon near Seattle, WA.
What does a Transplant Surgeon do?
A transplant surgeon specializes in replacing damaged body organs with healthy ones from donors. They are responsible to oversee the entire process, including evaluating recipients, selecting donor organs, performing surgeries, and managing postoperative care to ensure successful recovery of a patient.
Is this Dr. Stephen Rayhill affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rayhill is affiliated with Uw Medical Center - Montlake 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 Stephen Rayhill accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Rayhill is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Rayhill offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rayhill's office at (206) 520-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Rayhill?
Please contact Dr. Rayhill's office at (206) 520-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Stephen Rayhill have?
Dr. Stephen Rayhill is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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