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Scott E. Musicant, MD
4.8
Doctor of medicine (MD)
Vascular surgery
(board certified)
Medical Group
Sharp Community
Insurance
Scott E. Musicant, MD
4.8
Doctor of medicine (MD)
Vascular surgery
(board certified)
Medical Group
Sharp Community
Insurance
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Accepting new patients
Virtual visits available
Location and phone
Vascular Associates of San Diego
8860 Center Drive
Suite 450
La Mesa, CA 91942-7001
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About Scott E. Musicant, MD
I want my patients to feel safe, to feel that all their concerns are being addressed.
Age: 58
In practice since: 2006
Gender: Male
Languages: Spanish
Education
University of Vermont: Medical School
Oregon Health Sciences University: Residency
Oregon Health Sciences University: Fellowship
Oregon Health Sciences University: Internship
Hospital affiliation
Areas of focus
- Aortic aneurysm repair
- Aortobifemoral bypass grafting
- Carotid endarterectomy
- CryoPlasty®
- Dialysis access graft
- Endovascular vein harvesting
- Femoral popliteal bypass
- Greenfield filter
- Hemodialysis access maintenance
- Intravascular treatment of occlusive disease
- Laparoscopic treatment of GERD (reflux)
- Laser surgery - varicose/spider veins
- Lysis therapy for deep vein thrombosis
- Minimally invasive surgery
- Peripheral arterial bypass
- Peripheral vascular disease
- Portal hypertension shunts
- Renal artery angioplasty/stent
- Sclerotherapy
- Varicose/spider veins
- Vein harvesting
To confirm coverage for specific treatments and procedures, contact your physician or health plan.
NPI
1174617070
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Insurance plans accepted
Scott E. Musicant, MD, accepts 33 health insurance plans.
Ratings and reviews
4.8
44 ratings
Patient ratings
Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries
4.8
Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition
4.8
Provider included you in decisions
4.9
Likelihood of your recommending this care provider to others
4.9
Care Provider’s discussion of any proposed treatment (options, risks, benefits, etc.)
4.8
Patient reviews
Verified Patient
August 21, 2025
5.0
Excellent physician. Excellent listener. Ability to explain simply complex medical topics.
Verified Patient
August 15, 2025
5.0
I liked Dr. Musicant and found him to be a caring person.
Verified Patient
June 26, 2025
5.0
I was very nervous about the venous closure, but was made comfortable after more explanation from Pa, nurse, and Dr. Musicant
Verified Patient
June 18, 2025
5.0
Dr. Musicant is an outstanding doctor who listens well and explains issues in simple terms. He cares about his patients well being and health.
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Special recognitions
Over 50 recognitions
Scott E. Musicant, MD, has received over 50 Guardian Angel recognitions from grateful patients and families. Have you and your family received exceptional care from Scott E. Musicant, MD? Consider paying tribute with a Guardian Angel gift.
Over 50 recognitions
Scott E. Musicant, MD, has received over 50 Guardian Angel recognitions from grateful patients and families. Have you and your family received exceptional care from Scott E. Musicant, MD? Consider paying tribute with a Guardian Angel gift.
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