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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Valente, Surgeon in Newport, RI?
Dr. James Valente, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Newport, RI. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Valente completed his residency at Morristown Mem Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Valente is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Valente’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Valente’s office at (401) 619-3930.
Where did Dr. Valente go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Morristown Mem Hosp, General Surgery | Morristown Mem Hospital
Medical School: Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma
Is Dr. Valente board certified in Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. James Valente, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Valente speak?
Dr. Valente and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Valente treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Valente 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. Valente. 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:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Incisional Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
- Post-surgical Hernia
- Surgical Incision Hernia
- Scar Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Epidermal Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Epidermoid Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L720: Epidermal cyst
Also known as:
- Loss of Digestive Organ Part
- Digestive Disease
- Digestive Tract Removal
- Missing Digestive Organ
- Gastrointestinal Resection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9049: Acquired absence of other specified parts of digestive tract
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:
- Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
- Stomach surgery aftercare
- Bowel surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system
What procedures does Dr. Valente perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Valente 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. Valente. 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:
- Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
- Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Groin Hernia Surgery
- Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
- First Inguinal Hernia Fix
- Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
- Ventral hernia repair
- Umbilical hernia surgery
- Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
- Incisional hernia repair
CPT Codes:
- 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
- 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Valente accept my insurance?
Dr. Valente accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 619-3930 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Valente accept in Newport, RI?
Dr. Valente in Newport, RI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Network Health
Point32Health
State of Tennessee
Sunrise Senior Living
Tufts Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Valente's office located?
Dr. James Valente's Primary Practice
19 Friendship St Unit 240
Newport, RI 02840
(401) 619-3930
What is Dr. Valente's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Valente's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336112887.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Valente?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Valente
What is Dr. James Valente's specialty?
Dr. Valente is a Surgeon near Newport, RI. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Valente to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Valente affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Valente is affiliated with South County Hospital Campus, The Miriam 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 James Valente accepting new patients in Newport, RI?
Yes, Dr. James Valente is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Valente offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Valente's office at (401) 619-3930 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Valente?
Please contact Dr. Valente's office at (401) 619-3930 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Valente have?
Dr. James Valente is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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