25 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Arko, Vascular Surgeon in Charlotte, NC?
Dr. Frank Arko, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Charlotte, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years. Dr. Arko graduated from Texas A&M Health Science Center College Of Medicine and completed his residency at Stanford University Program. Dr. Arko is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Arko’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Arko’s office.
Where did Dr. Arko go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Stanford University Program
Medical School: Texas A&M University / Main Campus | Texas A&M Health Science Center College Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Arko speak?
Dr. Arko and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Arko typically treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Arko 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. Arko. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Vein Compression
- Vascular Disease
- Venous Compression Syndrome
- Pinched Vein
- Vein Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- I871: Compression of vein
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Vessel Disorder of the Intestines
- Digestive Disease
- Chronic Intestinal Ischemia
- Chronic Mesenteric Ischemia
- Long-Term Bowel Blood Flow Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- K551: Chronic vascular disorders of intestine
What procedures does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Arko typically perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Arko 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. Arko. 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:
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Non-Heart Vessels)
- IVUS (Non-Coronary)
- Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Artery Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 37252: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; initial noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Arko accept my insurance?
Dr. Arko accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Arko accept in Charlotte, NC?
Dr. Arko in Charlotte, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alliance Health
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Arko's office located?
What is Dr. Arko's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Arko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134181191.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Arko?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Arko
What is Dr. Frank Arko's specialty?
Dr. Arko is a Vascular Surgeon near Charlotte, NC.
What does a Vascular Surgeon do?
A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels.
Is this Dr. Frank Arko affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Arko is affiliated with Atrium Health University City 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
When to see a Vascular Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Frank Arko accepting new patients in Charlotte, NC?
Yes, Dr. Frank Arko is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Frank Arko offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Arko's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Frank Arko?
Please contact Dr. Arko's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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