Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mercogliano, Surgeon in Nutley, NJ?
Dr. Edward Mercogliano, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Nutley, NJ. He is board certified. Dr. Mercogliano graduated from Rutgers and completed his residency at Umdnj-Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Mercogliano is fluent in English and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mercogliano’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mercogliano’s office at (973) 284-0370.
Where did Dr. Mercogliano go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Umdnj-Univ Hosp, General Surgery | UMDNJ
Medical School: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj | Rutgers
Is Dr. Mercogliano board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Edward Mercogliano, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Mercogliano speak?
Dr. Mercogliano and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Mercogliano typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Mercogliano 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. Mercogliano. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Wound Reopening
- Wounds and Injuries
- Wound dehiscence
- Surgical wound disruption
- Opened wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8130XA: Disruption of wound, unspecified, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Blood in Abdomen
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Hemoperitoneum
- Internal Abdominal Bleeding
- Bleeding in Belly
ICD-10 Codes:
- K661: Hemoperitoneum
Also known as:
- Peritoneal Abscess
- Abscess
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Abdominal abscess
- Intra-abdominal abscess
- Pus pocket in abdomen
ICD-10 Codes:
- K651: Peritoneal abscess
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Mercogliano typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Mercogliano 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. Mercogliano. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Long-Term Central Venous Catheter Insertion
- Tunneled central line placement
- Central venous access device insertion
- Hickman catheter insertion
- Broviac catheter insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36558: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Re-closure of Surgical Wound
- Secondary Wound Closure
- Repair of Wound Dehiscence
- Complicated Surgical Wound Repair
- Extensive Wound Re-stitching
CPT Codes:
- 13160: Secondary closure of surgical wound or dehiscence, extensive or complicated
Also known as:
- Simple Wound Closure
- Wounds and Injuries
- Wound Re-closure
- Superficial Wound Repair
- Dehiscence Repair
- Stitch a Wound Open
CPT Codes:
- 12020: Treatment of superficial wound dehiscence; simple closure
Also known as:
- Abdominal Wound Re-closure
- Abdominal Wall Repair
- Surgical Wound Closure (Abdomen)
- Evisceration Repair
CPT Codes:
- 49900: Suture, secondary, of abdominal wall for evisceration or dehiscence
Also known as:
- Image-Guided Abdominal Fluid Drainage
- Percutaneous fluid drainage
- Abscess drainage with imaging
- Peritoneal fluid aspiration
CPT Codes:
- 49406: Image-guided fluid collection drainage by catheter (eg, abscess, hematoma, seroma, lymphocele, cyst); peritoneal or retroperitoneal, percutaneous
Also known as:
- Deep Abscess Drainage in Hip/Pelvis
- Drainage of Deep Abscess (Thigh/Knee)
- Hip Abscess Incision and Drainage
- Pelvic Hematoma Drainage
- Deep Infection Drainage Hip
- Thigh Abscess Drainage
- Knee Abscess Drainage
- Bursa Drainage
- Hematoma Evacuation Thigh
CPT Codes:
- 26990: Incision and drainage, pelvis or hip joint area; deep abscess or hematoma
- 27301: Incision and drainage, deep abscess, bursa, or hematoma, thigh or knee region
Does Dr. Mercogliano accept my insurance?
Dr. Mercogliano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 284-0370 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mercogliano accept in Nutley, NJ?
Dr. Mercogliano in Nutley, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carepoint Health
Cigna Group
EmblemHealth
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Horizon Mutual Holdings
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Mercogliano's office located?
Dr. Edward Mercogliano's Primary Practice
181 Franklin Ave Ste 305
Nutley, NJ 07110
(973) 284-0370
What is Dr. Mercogliano's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mercogliano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285738229.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mercogliano?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mercogliano
What is Dr. Edward Mercogliano's specialty?
Dr. Mercogliano is a Surgeon near Nutley, NJ.
What does a Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Edward Mercogliano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mercogliano is affiliated with Clara Maass Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Edward Mercogliano accepting new patients in Nutley, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Edward Mercogliano is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edward Mercogliano offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mercogliano's office at (973) 284-0370 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edward Mercogliano?
Please contact Dr. Mercogliano's office at (973) 284-0370 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Edward Mercogliano have?
Dr. Edward Mercogliano is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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