19 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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 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 a Specialist like Dr. Ligman typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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:
- Hemorrhagic Stroke
- Brain Bleed
- Cerebral Hemorrhage
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified
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:
- 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
What procedures does a Specialist like Dr. Ligman typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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 Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Conifer Health Solutions
Kaiser Permanente
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Provider Networks
Santa Cruz County
State of California
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ligman's office located?
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.
Is this Dr. Cathleen Ligman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ligman is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center 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 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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