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52 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Aguirre, Thoracic Surgeon in Antioch, CA?
Dr. Ricardo Aguirre, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Antioch, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 52 years and is board certified. Dr. Aguirre graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Newark Beth Israel Med Ctr, Thoracic Surgery Mercy Catholic Med Ctr, General Surgery Mercy Catholic Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Aguirre is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aguirre’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aguirre’s office at (925) 676-2600.
Where did Dr. Aguirre go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Newark Beth Israel Med Ctr, Thoracic Surgery Mercy Catholic Med Ctr, General Surgery Mercy Catholic Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Program
Medical School: University De El Salvador- Fac De Med- San Salvador- El Salvador | Georgetown University School of Medicine | University of El Imam El Mahdi Faculty of Medicine Kosti | Universidad de El Salvador Facultad de Medicina
Is Dr. Aguirre board certified as a Thoracic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Ricardo Aguirre, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Aguirre speak?
Dr. Aguirre and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Aguirre typically treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Aguirre 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. Aguirre. 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.
Also known as:
- Narrowing of other blood vessel devices
- Other vascular device blockage
- Blood vessel implant narrowing
- Vascular graft stenosis
- Prosthetic vascular device blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82858A: Stenosis of other vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Blood Clot in Blood Vessel Device
- Blood Clots
- Vascular device thrombosis
- Clot in vascular implant
- Blood vessel graft blood clot
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82868A: Thrombosis due to vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Other problems with blood vessel devices
- Vascular device complications
- Blood vessel implant issues
- Prosthetic vascular device problems
- Vascular graft complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82898A: Other specified complication of vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Aguirre typically perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Aguirre 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. Aguirre. 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.
Also known as:
- Dialysis Circuit Angioplasty with Balloon
- Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
- Dialysis Graft Angioplasty
- Peripheral Dialysis Segment Angioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 36902: Introduction of needle(s) and/or catheter(s), dialysis circuit, with diagnostic angiography of the dialysis circuit, including all direct puncture(s) and catheter placement(s), injection(s) of contrast, all necessary imaging from the arterial anastomosis and adjacent artery through entire venous outflow including the inferior or superior vena cava, fluoroscopic guidance, radiological supervision and interpretation and image documentation and report; with transluminal balloon angioplasty, peripheral dialysis segment, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty
Also known as:
- Revision of Arteriovenous (AV) Fistula
- AV fistula repair
- Dialysis graft revision
- Open AV fistula revision
CPT Codes:
- 36832: Revision, open, arteriovenous fistula; without thrombectomy, autogenous or nonautogenous dialysis graft (separate procedure)
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:
- Dialysis Access Balloon Angioplasty
- Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
- Dialysis Graft Angioplasty
- Central Dialysis Segment Angioplasty
- AV Fistula Angioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 36907: Transluminal balloon angioplasty, central dialysis segment, performed through dialysis circuit, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation required to perform the angioplasty (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Clearing Blocked Dialysis Access with Balloon and Clot Removal
- Dialysis Graft Thrombectomy
- Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
- Dialysis Access Declotting
- Peripheral Dialysis Segment Repair
CPT Codes:
- 36905: Percutaneous transluminal mechanical thrombectomy and/or infusion for thrombolysis, dialysis circuit, any method, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation, diagnostic angiography, fluoroscopic guidance, catheter placement(s), and intraprocedural pharmacological thrombolytic injection(s); with transluminal balloon angioplasty, peripheral dialysis segment, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty
Also known as:
- Creation of AV Fistula with Graft for Dialysis
- Arteriovenous Fistula Creation (Graft)
- Dialysis Access Graft
- Non-Autogenous AV Fistula
- Synthetic Graft for Dialysis
CPT Codes:
- 36830: Creation of arteriovenous fistula by other than direct arteriovenous anastomosis (separate procedure); nonautogenous graft (eg, biological collagen, thermoplastic graft)
Also known as:
- Basilic Vein Transposition for Dialysis Access
- AV Fistula Creation
- Basilic Vein Fistula
- Dialysis Access Fistula
- Upper Arm AV Fistula
CPT Codes:
- 36819: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; by upper arm basilic vein transposition
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Aguirre accept my insurance?
Dr. Aguirre accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 676-2600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Aguirre accept in Antioch, CA?
Dr. Aguirre in Antioch, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
Contra Costa
Federal government of the United States
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Aguirre's office located?
Dr. Ricardo Aguirre's Primary Practice
4721 Dallas Ranch Rd
Antioch, CA 94531
(925) 676-2600
What is Dr. Aguirre's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Aguirre's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699739219.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aguirre?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Aguirre
What is Dr. Ricardo Aguirre's specialty?
Dr. Aguirre is a Thoracic Surgeon near Antioch, CA.
What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?
A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty.
Is this Dr. Ricardo Aguirre affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Aguirre is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: San Ramon Regional Medical Center. 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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Is Ricardo Aguirre accepting new patients in Antioch, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ricardo Aguirre is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ricardo Aguirre offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Aguirre's office at (925) 676-2600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ricardo Aguirre?
Please contact Dr. Aguirre's office at (925) 676-2600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ricardo Aguirre have?
Dr. Ricardo Aguirre is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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