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Dr. Howard Hermans, MD

Dr. Howard Hermans, MD

Sun City Center, FL

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Hermans, Vascular Surgeon in Sun City Center, FL?

    Dr. Howard Hermans, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Sun City Center, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years. Dr. Hermans graduated from Rutgers and completed his residency at University Buffalo Grad Med Dent Consortium. Dr. Hermans is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hermans’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hermans’s office at (813) 634-9264.

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

    • Residency: University Buffalo Grad Med Dent Consortium | SUNY Upstate Medical University Program

    • Medical School: University of Medicine And Dentistry of New Jersey New Brunswick | Rutgers

    What languages does Dr. Hermans speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Hermans typically treat?

    As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Hermans 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. Hermans. 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 here.

    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:

    • 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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Right Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
    • Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
    • Right Carotid Artery Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    What procedures does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Hermans typically perform?

    As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Hermans 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. Hermans. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Carotid Artery Stent Placement
    • Neck artery stenting
    • Carotid angioplasty with stent
    • Transcatheter carotid stent

    CPT Codes:

    • 37215: Transcatheter placement of intravascular stent(s), cervical carotid artery, open or percutaneous, including angioplasty, when performed, and radiological supervision and interpretation; with distal embolic protection

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Tunneled Central Venous Catheter
    • Central Line Removal
    • Tunneled Catheter Extraction
    • Venous Access Device Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 36589: Removal of tunneled central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump

    Also known as:

    • Femoral Artery Access for Endograft
    • Percutaneous Femoral Access
    • Endograft Delivery Access
    • Artery Closure Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 34713: Percutaneous access and closure of femoral artery for delivery of endograft through a large sheath (12 French or larger), including ultrasound guidance, when performed, unilateral (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Leg Artery Stent Placement
    • Femoral Artery Stenting
    • Popliteal Artery Stenting
    • Leg Artery Angioplasty
    • Endovascular Revascularization

    CPT Codes:

    • 37226: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal stent placement(s), includes angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Central Venous Catheter Insertion
    • Tunneled central line placement
    • Central venous access device insertion
    • Hickman catheter insertion
    • Broviac catheter insertion

    CPT Codes:

    • 36558: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump; age 5 years or older

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Appendectomy
    • Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
    • Keyhole Appendectomy
    • Scope Appendectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy

    Does Dr. Hermans accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hermans accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 634-9264 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hermans accept in Sun City Center, FL?

    Dr. Hermans in Sun City Center, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cigna Group

    • Community Care Network

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Hermans' office located?

    Dr. Howard Hermans' Primary Practice

    4051 Upper Creek Dr Ste 108

    Sun City Center, FL 33573

    (813) 634-9264

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    Dr. Howard Hermans' Practice 2

    2901 W Busch Blvd Ste 707

    Tampa, FL 33618

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    Dr. Howard Hermans' Practice 3

    2039 Indian Rocks Rd S

    Largo, FL 33774

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

    Dr. Hermans's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710961867.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hermans?

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

    What is Dr. Howard Hermans's specialty?

    Dr. Hermans is a Vascular Surgeon near Sun City Center, FL.

    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. Howard Hermans affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Hermans is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Saint Joseph's Medical Center - Yonkers. 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

    When to see a Vascular Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Vascular Surgeon. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Howard Hermans accepting new patients in Sun City Center, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Howard Hermans is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Howard Hermans offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hermans's office at (813) 634-9264 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Howard Hermans?

    Please contact Dr. Hermans's office at (813) 634-9264 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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