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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Metildi, Pediatric Surgeon in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Cristina Metildi, MD is a Pediatric Surgeon, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ. She is board certified. Dr. Metildi is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Metildi’s practice accepts Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Metildi’s office at (520) 795-5338.
What languages does Dr. Metildi speak?
Dr. Metildi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Metildi treat?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Metildi 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. Metildi. 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:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Acute Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection
- Ruptured Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection and Tissue Death
- Severe Acute Appendicitis with Perforation, Infection, and Abscess
- Appendicitis
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
- Appendicitis with Local Peritonitis
- Localized Abdominal Infection from Appendix
- Early Appendicitis with Infection
- Perforated Appendix with Gangrene
- Localized Ruptured Appendix
- Appendix Rupture with Tissue Death
- Burst Appendix with Gangrene and Abscess
- Perforated Appendix with Localized Infection and Tissue Death
- Complicated Appendicitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
- K3530: Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis, without perforation or gangrene
- K3532: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, without abscess
- K3533: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, with abscess
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Phimosis
- Penis Disorder
- Tight foreskin
- Foreskin constriction
- Retracted foreskin problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N471: Phimosis
Also known as:
- Pilonidal Cyst
- Tailbone Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal cyst
- Pilonidal sinus
- Tailbone cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0591: Pilonidal cyst without abscess
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy
- Ostomy
- Feeding Tube Opening
- Stomach Stoma
- G-tube
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z931: Gastrostomy status
Also known as:
- Feeding Difficulties
- Eating Problems
- Swallowing Problems
- Unspecified Feeding Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy Care
- Ostomy
- G-tube Care
- Feeding Tube Management
- Stomach Tube Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z431: Encounter for attention to gastrostomy
Also known as:
- Granulomatous Skin Disorder
- Skin Condition
- Skin Granuloma
- Granulomatous Dermatitis
- Skin Lumps
ICD-10 Codes:
- L929: Granulomatous disorder of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sunken Chest
- Birth Defects
- Pectus Excavatum
- Funnel Chest
- Concave Chest
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q676: Pectus excavatum
Also known as:
- Intestine Birth Defects
- Birth Defects
- Colonic Disease
- Small Intestine Disorder
- Congenital Intestinal Abnormalities
- Bowel Malformations
- Baby Intestine Development Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q439: Congenital malformation of intestine, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stomach or Duodenum Fistula
- Fistulas
- Small Intestine Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastroduodenal Fistula
- Abdominal Fistula
- Digestive Tract Fistula
ICD-10 Codes:
- K316: Fistula of stomach and duodenum
Also known as:
- Esophageal Atresia
- Birth Defects
- Esophagus Disorder
- Esophageal atresia/tracheoesophageal fistula
- Blocked Esophagus at Birth
- Congenital Esophageal Blockage
- EA
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q390: Atresia of esophagus without fistula
Also known as:
- Pilonidal Cyst with Abscess
- Abscess
- Tailbone Disorder
- Infected Tailbone Cyst
- Sacrococcygeal Abscess
- Tailbone Abscess
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0501: Pilonidal cyst with abscess
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Undescended Testicle in Groin (One Side)
- Birth Defects
- Testicular Disorder
- Unilateral Inguinal Testis
- One Testicle in Groin
- Cryptorchidism (Inguinal)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q53112: Unilateral inguinal testis
Which procedures does Dr. Metildi perform as a Pediatric Surgeon?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Cristina Metildi may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Metildi's office.
Does Dr. Metildi accept my insurance?
Dr. Metildi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 795-5338 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Metildi accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Metildi in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Mercy Care Plan
State of Arizona
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Metildi's office located?
What is Dr. Metildi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Metildi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801092085.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Metildi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Metildi
What is Dr. Cristina Metildi's specialty?
Dr. Metildi is a Pediatric Surgeon near Tucson, AZ. Pediatric Surgeons specializes in the management of surgical conditions in premature infants, newborns, children, and adolescents. Contact Dr. Metildi to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Cristina Metildi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Metildi is affiliated with Tucson Medical Center, Banner - University Medical Center Tucson 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 Cristina Metildi accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Cristina Metildi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Cristina Metildi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Metildi's office at (520) 795-5338 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Cristina Metildi?
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