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Dr. Peter Pons, MD

Florence, AL

37 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Pons, Vascular Surgeon in Florence, AL?

    Dr. Peter Pons, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Florence, AL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Pons graduated from New Jersey College of Dentistry and completed his residency at Jackson Memorial Hospital/Jackson Health System Program. Dr. Pons is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pons’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pons’s office at (256) 764-2482.

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

    • Residency: Jackson Memorial Hospital/Jackson Health System Program

    • Medical School: New Jersey College of Dentistry

    What languages does Dr. Pons speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Pons treat?

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

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, 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:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • CKD Stage 5
    • End-Stage Renal Disease
    • ESRD
    • Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
    • Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
    • I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Aortic Aneurysm
    • Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
    • AAA
    • Aorta Bulge

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7140: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-cardiac surgery care
    • Vascular surgery aftercare
    • Heart surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system

    Also known as:

    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Stenosis
    • Blocked Carotid Artery
    • Neck Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Narrowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries

    What procedures does Dr. Pons perform?

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

    • Creation of AV Fistula with Graft for Dialysis
    • Arteriovenous Fistula Creation (Graft)
    • Dialysis Access Graft
    • Non-Autogenous AV Fistula
    • Synthetic Graft for Dialysis

    CPT Codes:

    • 36830: Creation of arteriovenous fistula by other than direct arteriovenous anastomosis (separate procedure); nonautogenous graft (eg, biological collagen, thermoplastic graft)

    Also known as:

    • Dialysis Access Check and Imaging
    • Dialysis Circuit Angiography
    • Fistula/Graft Evaluation
    • Dialysis Access Diagnostic Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 36901: Introduction of needle(s) and/or catheter(s), dialysis circuit, with diagnostic angiography of the dialysis circuit, including all direct puncture(s) and catheter placement(s), injection(s) of contrast, all necessary imaging from the arterial anastomosis and adjacent artery through entire venous outflow including the inferior or superior vena cava, fluoroscopic guidance, radiological supervision and interpretation and image documentation and report;

    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

    Does Dr. Pons accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pons accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 764-2482 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pons accept in Florence, AL?

    Dr. Pons in Florence, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sunrise Senior Living

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    Where is Dr. Pons' office located?

    Dr. Peter Pons' Primary Practice

    541 W College St Ste 2000

    Florence, AL 35630

    (256) 764-2482

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    Dr. Peter Pons' Practice 2

    2129 Helton Dr

    Florence, AL 35630

    (256) 764-2482

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    Dr. Peter Pons' Practice 3

    1701 Veterans Dr

    Florence, AL 35630

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

    Dr. Pons's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205814019.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pons?

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

    What is Dr. Peter Pons's specialty?

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

    Is this Dr. Peter Pons affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Pons is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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 Peter Pons accepting new patients in Florence, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Peter Pons is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Peter Pons offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pons's office at (256) 764-2482 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Peter Pons?

    Please contact Dr. Pons's office at (256) 764-2482 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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