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Dr. Richard Wilkerson, MD

Albuquerque, NM

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wilkerson, Vascular Surgeon in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. Richard Wilkerson, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM. He is board certified. Dr. Wilkerson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wilkerson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wilkerson’s office at (505) 841-1000.

    What languages does Dr. Wilkerson speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Wilkerson treat?

    As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Wilkerson 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. Wilkerson. 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
    • Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Peripheral Arterial Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries
    • Bilateral leg claudication
    • PAD both legs pain with activity
    • Both legs artery pain when walking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
    • I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs

    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

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7143: Infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture
    • I7140: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of Leg Arteries in Both Legs
    • Hardening of Leg or Arm Arteries
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Peripheral Arterial Disease
    • Bilateral leg artery disease
    • PAD in both legs
    • Atherosclerosis of both legs
    • Peripheral artery disease
    • PAD
    • Artery hardening in limbs
    • Atherosclerosis of limbs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I70203: Unspecified atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities, bilateral legs
    • I70209: Unspecified atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities, unspecified extremity

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6522: Occlusion and stenosis of left carotid artery
    • I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery
    • I6529: Occlusion and stenosis of unspecified carotid artery

    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:

    • Other Heart and Lung Symptoms
    • Heart Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Cardiopulmonary symptoms
    • Unusual heart and breathing signs
    • Circulatory-respiratory issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0989: Other specified symptoms and signs involving the circulatory and respiratory systems

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments
    • Pre-op blood work
    • Lab tests before surgery
    • Pre-treatment lab assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
    • Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination

    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:

    • Dialysis Dependence
    • Dialysis
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Dialysis
    • Renal Replacement Therapy
    • On Dialysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R600: Localized edema

    Also known as:

    • Iliac Artery Aneurysm
    • Aneurysms
    • Iliac Artery Bulge
    • Enlarged Iliac Artery
    • Pelvic Artery Aneurysm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I723: Aneurysm of iliac artery

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Which procedures does Dr. Wilkerson perform as a Vascular Surgeon?

    As a Vascular Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Richard Wilkerson may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Wilkerson's office.

    Does Dr. Wilkerson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wilkerson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 841-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wilkerson accept in Albuquerque, NM?

    Dr. Wilkerson in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Territories

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Medicare

    • Presbyterian Health Plan

    • Scan Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Wilkerson's office located?

    Dr. Richard Wilkerson's Primary Practice

    502 Elm St NE

    Albuquerque, NM 87102

    (505) 841-1000

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

    Dr. Wilkerson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376519488.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wilkerson?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Wilkerson's specialty?

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

    Is this Dr. Richard Wilkerson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wilkerson is affiliated with Christus St. Vincent Regional 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 Richard Wilkerson accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Wilkerson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Wilkerson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wilkerson's office at (505) 841-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Wilkerson?

    Please contact Dr. Wilkerson's office at (505) 841-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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