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Dr. Dixon Santana, MD

Dr. Dixon Santana, MD

Lubbock, TX

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Santana, Vascular Surgeon in Lubbock, TX?

    Dr. Dixon Santana, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Lubbock, TX. He has been practicing for over 29 years. Dr. Santana graduated from University of Puerto Rico, School of Medicine and completed his residency at University Of Puerto Rico. Dr. Santana is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Santana’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Santana’s office at (806) 743-2113.

    Where did Dr. Santana go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: University Of Puerto Rico

    • Medical School: University of Puerto Rico, School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Santana speak?

    Dr. Santana and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Santana treat?

    As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Santana 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. Santana. 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:

    • Localized Swelling
    • Edema
    • Localized Edema
    • Fluid Retention
    • Swelling in one area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R600: Localized edema

    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:

    • Deep Vein Thrombosis
    • DVT
    • Venous Thrombosis
    • Blood Clot in Leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I82493: Acute embolism and thrombosis of other specified deep vein of lower extremity, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Other Specified Aftercare
    • Specific post-op care
    • Specialized recovery care
    • Follow-up for specific procedures

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Blood Clot in Leg Arteries
    • Leg Artery Embolism
    • Lower Extremity Thrombosis
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I743: Embolism and thrombosis of arteries of the lower extremities

    Also known as:

    • Right Lower Leg Pain
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Ache in right lower leg
    • Right lower leg discomfort
    • Sore right lower leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79661: Pain in right lower leg

    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 Dr. Santana perform?

    As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Santana 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. Santana. 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:

    • Selective Artery Catheter Placement
    • Arterial Catheterization
    • Vascular Catheter Placement
    • Diagnostic Catheter Insertion

    CPT Codes:

    • 36247: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; initial third order or more selective abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family

    Also known as:

    • Vein Blood Clot Removal (Mechanical)
    • Mechanical Thrombectomy (Vein)
    • Percutaneous Vein Clot Removal
    • Catheter-Based Vein Thrombectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 37187: Percutaneous transluminal mechanical thrombectomy, vein(s), including intraprocedural pharmacological thrombolytic injections and fluoroscopic guidance

    Also known as:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less

    Does Dr. Santana accept my insurance?

    Dr. Santana accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (806) 743-2113 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Santana accept in Lubbock, TX?

    Dr. Santana in Lubbock, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Baylor Scott & White Health

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Santana's office located?

    Dr. Dixon Santana's Primary Practice

    3601 4th St Ste 3A112

    Lubbock, TX 79430

    (806) 743-2113

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    What is Dr. Santana's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Santana's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548244833.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Santana?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Santana

    What is Dr. Dixon Santana's specialty?

    Dr. Santana is a Vascular Surgeon near Lubbock, TX. A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. Contact Dr. Santana to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Dixon Santana affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Santana is affiliated with Roosevelt General 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 Dixon Santana accepting new patients in Lubbock, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Dixon Santana is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dixon Santana offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Santana's office at (806) 743-2113 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dixon Santana?

    Please contact Dr. Santana's office at (806) 743-2113 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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