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Dr. Howard Edington, MD
Jefferson Hills, PA
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Edington, Plastic Surgeon in Jefferson Hills, PA?
Dr. Howard Edington, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Jefferson Hills, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Edington is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Edington’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Edington’s office.
What languages does Dr. Edington speak?
Dr. Edington and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Edington treat?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Edington 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. Edington. 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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Melanoma
- Melanoma of the Trunk
- Melanoma of Left Arm or Shoulder
- Melanoma of Right Leg or Hip
- Malignant Melanoma
- Skin Cancer (Melanoma)
- Cutaneous Melanoma
- Black Skin Cancer
- Malignant Melanoma of Body
- Skin Cancer on Torso
- Left Arm Melanoma
- Left Shoulder Melanoma
- Skin Cancer of Left Arm
- Left Upper Limb Melanoma
- Right Leg Melanoma
- Right Hip Melanoma
- Skin Cancer of Right Leg
- Right Lower Limb Melanoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C439: Malignant melanoma of skin, unspecified
- C4359: Malignant melanoma of other part of trunk
- C4362: Malignant melanoma of left upper limb, including shoulder
- C4371: Malignant melanoma of right lower limb, including hip
Also known as:
- Cancer Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Cancer
- Post-cancer surgery care
- Oncology aftercare
- Cancer recovery follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm
Also known as:
- Melanoma
- Malignant Melanoma
- Skin Melanoma
- Melanoma Skin Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z85820: Personal history of malignant melanoma of skin
What procedures does Dr. Edington perform?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Edington 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. Edington. 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:
- Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
- Lymph Node Identification
- Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
- Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes
CPT Codes:
- 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Excision
- Open Axillary Node Biopsy
- Underarm Lymph Node Removal
CPT Codes:
- 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)
Also known as:
- Groin Lymph Node Biopsy
- Deep Neck Lymph Node Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Inguinofemoral Lymph Node Excision
- Open Lymph Node Biopsy
- Femoral Lymph Node Removal
- Groin Lymph Node Removal
- Cervical Lymph Node Excision
- Open Neck Lymph Node Biopsy
- Deep Cervical Node Removal
CPT Codes:
- 38531: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, inguinofemoral node(s)
- 38510: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep cervical node(s)
Also known as:
- Large Malignant Skin Lesion Removal
- Skin Cancer Excision
- Large Malignant Growth Removal
- Wide Excision of Skin Cancer
- Trunk/Limb Skin Cancer Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 11606: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm
Also known as:
- Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
- Wounds and Injuries
- Laceration Repair (Body)
- Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
- Deep Wound Stitching (Body)
CPT Codes:
- 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
Does Dr. Edington accept my insurance?
Dr. Edington 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. Edington accept in Jefferson Hills, PA?
Dr. Edington in Jefferson Hills, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Highmark Inc.
Martin's Point
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Edington's office located?
Dr. Howard Edington's Primary Practice
565 Coal Valley Rd Fl 2
Jefferson Hills, PA 15025
What is Dr. Edington's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Edington's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568435592.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Edington?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Edington
What is Dr. Howard Edington's specialty?
Dr. Edington is a Plastic Surgeon near Jefferson Hills, PA. A plastic surgeon specializes in repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Cosmetic surgery is a key aspect of this specialty, where surgeons apply aesthetic principles to enhance appearance and optimize reconstructive outcomes, addressing both normal structures and those requiring reconstruction. Contact Dr. Edington to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Howard Edington affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Edington is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: AHN West Penn Hospital, AHN Jefferson Hospital . 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 Howard Edington accepting new patients in Jefferson Hills, PA?
Yes, Dr. Howard Edington is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Howard Edington offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Edington's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Howard Edington?
Please contact Dr. Edington's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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