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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fairchild, Vascular Surgeon in Wausau, WI?
Dr. Ralph Fairchild, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Wausau, WI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Fairchild completed his residency at Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, General Surgery; Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, General Surgery. Dr. Fairchild is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fairchild’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fairchild’s office at (715) 847-2022.
Where did Dr. Fairchild go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, General Surgery; Med Ctr La New Orleans-Lsu, General Surgery
Medical School: U of Tx Med Sch At Houston, Houston Tx
Is Dr. Fairchild board certified as a Vascular Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Ralph Fairchild, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Fairchild speak?
Dr. Fairchild and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Fairchild treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Fairchild 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. Fairchild. 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:
- 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:
- Varicose Veins
- Painful Varicose Veins
- Spider Veins
- Venous Insufficiency
- Chronic Venous Disease
- Symptomatic Varicose Veins
- Aching Leg Veins
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83813: Varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities with pain
- I83812: Varicose veins of left lower extremity with pain
- I83811: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with pain
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
What procedures does Dr. Fairchild perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Fairchild 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. Fairchild. 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:
- Femoral Artery Access for Endograft
- Varicose Vein Removal (Stab Phlebectomy)
- Leg Artery Angioplasty (Femoral/Popliteal)
- Percutaneous Femoral Access
- Endograft Delivery Access
- Artery Closure Procedure
- Microphlebectomy
- Ambulatory Phlebectomy
- Stab Incision Vein Removal
- Femoral Artery Angioplasty
- Popliteal Artery Angioplasty
- Leg Artery Revascularization
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)
- 37765: Stab phlebectomy of varicose veins, 1 extremity; 10-20 stab incisions
- 37224: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal angioplasty
Also known as:
- Radiofrequency Vein Ablation
- Endovenous Radiofrequency Ablation
- RF Ablation for Varicose Veins
- Vein Closure Procedure
- Varicose Vein Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36475: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, radiofrequency; first vein treated
Also known as:
- Arteriovenous Fistula Creation
- AV Fistula Surgery
- Cimino Fistula
- Vascular Access for Dialysis
CPT Codes:
- 36821: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; direct, any site (eg, Cimino type) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Varicose Vein Removal (Multiple Incisions)
- Stab Phlebectomy
- Microphlebectomy
- Varicose Vein Excision
CPT Codes:
- 37766: Stab phlebectomy of varicose veins, 1 extremity; more than 20 incisions
Also known as:
- Endovascular Aortic Aneurysm Repair
- EVAR
- Aortic Stent Placement
- Aortic Aneurysm Repair
- Minimally Invasive Aorta Repair
CPT Codes:
- 34705: Endovascular repair of infrarenal aorta and/or iliac artery(ies) by deployment of an aorto-bi-iliac endograft including pre-procedure sizing and device selection, all nonselective catheterization(s), all associated radiological supervision and interpretation, all endograft extension(s) placed in the aorta from the level of the renal arteries to the iliac bifurcation, and all angioplasty/stenting performed from the level of the renal arteries to the iliac bifurcation; for other than rupture (eg, for aneurysm, pseudoaneurysm, dissection, penetrating ulcer)
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Clearing Surgery
- Carotid endarterectomy
- Neck artery surgery
- Vertebral artery clearing
- Subclavian artery clearing
CPT Codes:
- 35301: Thromboendarterectomy, including patch graft, if performed; carotid, vertebral, subclavian, by neck incision
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
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. Fairchild accept my insurance?
Dr. Fairchild accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (715) 847-2022 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fairchild accept in Wausau, WI?
Dr. Fairchild in Wausau, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
PreferredOne
Security Health Plan
State of Tennessee
State of Wisconsin
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Fairchild's office located?
Dr. Ralph Fairchild's Primary Practice
2400 Pine Ridge Blvd
Wausau, WI 54401
(715) 847-2022
What is Dr. Fairchild's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fairchild's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285694141.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fairchild?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fairchild
What is Dr. Ralph Fairchild's specialty?
Dr. Fairchild is a Vascular Surgeon near Wausau, WI. A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. Contact Dr. Fairchild to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ralph Fairchild affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fairchild is affiliated with Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital, Aspirus Wausau Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Ralph Fairchild accepting new patients in Wausau, WI?
Yes, Dr. Ralph Fairchild is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ralph Fairchild offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fairchild's office at (715) 847-2022 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ralph Fairchild?
Please contact Dr. Fairchild's office at (715) 847-2022 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ralph Fairchild have?
Dr. Ralph Fairchild is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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