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Dr. Cathleen Ligman, MD

San Jose, CA

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Ligman, Specialist in San Jose, CA?

    Dr. Cathleen Ligman, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in San Jose, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Ligman completed her residency at Ucsf Fresno. Dr. Ligman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ligman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ligman’s office at (209) 367-1878.

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

    • Residency: Ucsf Fresno

    Is Dr. Ligman board certified as a Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Cathleen Ligman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Ligman speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Ligman treat?

    As a Specialist, Dr. Ligman 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. Ligman. 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:

    • Unspecified Injury
    • General injury
    • Injury, unknown type
    • Trauma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T1490XA: Injury, unspecified, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Bleed
    • Brain Hemorrhage
    • Head Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 5
    • End-Stage Renal Disease
    • ESRD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Brain Bleed
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Broken Ribs
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Multiple Rib Fractures
    • Rib Cage Fracture
    • Broken Ribs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Ruptured Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection and Tissue Death
    • Appendicitis
    • Peritoneal Disorder
    • Perforated Appendix with Gangrene
    • Localized Ruptured Appendix
    • Appendix Rupture with Tissue Death

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3532: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, without abscess

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Broken Ribs
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Multiple rib fractures
    • Rib cage injury
    • Severe rib injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S2249XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, unspecified side, initial encounter for closed fracture

    What procedures does Dr. Ligman perform?

    As a Specialist, Dr. Ligman 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. Ligman. 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:

    • Laparoscopic Intraperitoneal Catheter Insertion
    • Tunneled Peritoneal Catheter Placement
    • Laparoscopic Abdominal Catheter
    • Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter Insertion

    CPT Codes:

    • 49324: Laparoscopy, surgical; with insertion of tunneled intraperitoneal catheter

    Does Dr. Ligman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ligman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (209) 367-1878 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ligman accept in San Jose, CA?

    Dr. Ligman in San Jose, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Central California Alliance for Health

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Mohawk Industries

    • OptumRx

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Santa Clara Family Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Ligman's office located?

    Dr. Cathleen Ligman's Primary Practice

    751 S Bascom Ave

    San Jose, CA 95128

    (209) 367-1878

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    Dr. Cathleen Ligman's Practice 2

    845 S Fairmont Ave Ste 2

    Lodi, CA 95240

    (209) 367-1878

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

    Dr. Ligman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396717385.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ligman?

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

    What is Dr. Cathleen Ligman's specialty?

    Dr. Ligman is a Specialist near San Jose, CA. Contact Dr. Ligman to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Cathleen Ligman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Ligman is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente - San Jose Medical Center, Regional Medical Center Of San Jose, St. Louise Regional Hospital, El Camino Health - Mountain View Hospital, Oconnor 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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    Explore Specialist with 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 Cathleen Ligman accepting new patients in San Jose, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Cathleen Ligman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Cathleen Ligman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ligman's office at (209) 367-1878 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Cathleen Ligman?

    Please contact Dr. Ligman's office at (209) 367-1878 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Cathleen Ligman have?

    Dr. Cathleen Ligman is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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