Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Palumbo, Orthopedic Surgeon in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Dante Palumbo, DO is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Wilkes Barre, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Palumbo is fluent in English, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Palumbo’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Palumbo’s office.
What languages does Dr. Palumbo speak?
Dr. Palumbo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Palumbo treat?
As a Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Palumbo 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. Palumbo. 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:
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Left Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
- Left Wrist Nerve Compression
- Left Hand Numbness
- Left CTS
- Median Nerve Compression
- Wrist Nerve Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
- G5602: Carpal tunnel syndrome, left upper limb
- G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs
Also known as:
- Right Hand Pain
- Left Hand Pain
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right palm
- Right wrist and hand pain
- Right hand discomfort
- Ache in left hand
- Left hand discomfort
- Sore left hand
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79641: Pain in right hand
- M79642: Pain in left hand
Also known as:
- Arthritis in the Right Hand
- Arthritis in the Left Hand
- Arthritis
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Hand Joint Inflammation
- Right Hand Arthropathy
- Hand Arthritis
- Left Hand Arthropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M13841: Other specified arthritis, right hand
- M13842: Other specified arthritis, left hand
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:
- Pain in Left Wrist
- Pain
- Wrist Injuries and Disorder
- Left Wrist Ache
- Left Wrist Discomfort
- Sore Left Wrist
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25532: Pain in left wrist
Also known as:
- Left Arm Lump or Swelling
- Right Arm Lump or Swelling
- Left Upper Limb Mass
- Bump on Left Arm
- Left Arm Nodule
- Right Upper Limb Mass
- Bump on Right Arm
- Right Arm Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2232: Localized swelling, mass and lump, left upper limb
- R2231: Localized swelling, mass and lump, right upper limb
Also known as:
- Right Wrist Pain
- Pain
- Wrist Injuries and Disorder
- Aching right wrist
- Sore right wrist
- Right wrist discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25531: Pain in right wrist
Also known as:
- De Quervain's Tenosynovitis
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Tendinitis
- De Quervain's Disease', 'Washerwoman's Sprain
- Radial Styloid Tenosynovitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M654: Radial styloid tenosynovitis [de Quervain]
Also known as:
- Dupuytren's Contracture
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Dupuytren contracture
- Palmar fibromatosis
- Viking disease
- Hand contracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- M720: Palmar fascial fibromatosis [Dupuytren]
Also known as:
- Right Ulnar Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Right Ulnar Neuropathy
- Right Elbow Nerve Pain
- Right Funny Bone Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5621: Lesion of ulnar nerve, right upper limb
Also known as:
- Lateral Epicondylitis
- Elbow Injuries and Disorder
- Tennis Elbow
- Lateral Epicondylalgia
- Elbow Tendinitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7711: Lateral epicondylitis, right elbow
Also known as:
- Finger Pain
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore fingers
- Aching fingers
- Finger discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79644: Pain in right finger(s)
Also known as:
- Finger Pain
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Finger
- Aching Finger
- Finger Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79645: Pain in left finger(s)
Also known as:
- Left Wrist Ganglion Cyst
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Left Wrist Synovial Cyst
- Lump on Left Wrist
- Left Wrist Ganglion
ICD-10 Codes:
- M67432: Ganglion, left wrist
Also known as:
- Trigger Right Middle Finger
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Middle Finger
- Right Middle Finger Tendonitis
- Snapping Right Middle Finger
ICD-10 Codes:
- M65331: Trigger finger, right middle finger
Which procedures does Dr. Palumbo perform as a Orthopedic Surgeon?
As a Orthopedic Surgeon, procedures performed by an Dr. Dante Palumbo may include:
- Allograft Reconstruction
- Ankle Second Opinion
- Arthrodesis
- Arthropathy
- Arthroscopy
- Cartilage Transplantation
- Casting and Splinting
- Deformity Correction (Post Trauma)
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Palumbo's office.
Does Dr. Palumbo accept my insurance?
Dr. Palumbo 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. Palumbo accept in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Palumbo in Wilkes Barre, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Geisinger Health Plan
Health Partners Plans
Highmark Inc.
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
Trustmark Insurance Company
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Palumbo's office located?
What is Dr. Palumbo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Palumbo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306801030.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Palumbo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Palumbo
What is Dr. Dante Palumbo's specialty?
Dr. Palumbo is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Wilkes Barre, PA. An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system. Contact Dr. Palumbo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Dante Palumbo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Palumbo is affiliated with Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Dickson City 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 Dante Palumbo accepting new patients in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Yes, Dr. Dante Palumbo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dante Palumbo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Palumbo's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dante Palumbo?
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