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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pelletier, Transplant Surgeon in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Shawn Pelletier, MD is a Transplant Surgeon, who primarily practices in Charlottesville, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Pelletier completed his residency at Univ Of Va Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Pelletier is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pelletier’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pelletier’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Pelletier?
Dr. Shawn Pelletier, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Transplant Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Pelletier empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Transplant-Liver, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Charlottesville/VA community, Dr. Pelletier is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Pelletier go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Va Med Ctr, General Surgery
Is Dr. Pelletier board certified in Transplant Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Shawn Pelletier, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Pelletier speak?
Dr. Pelletier and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Pelletier treat?
As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Pelletier 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. Pelletier. 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:
- Liver Transplant Aftercare
- Liver Transplantation
- Liver Transplant
- Post-liver transplant care
- Liver recipient follow-up
- Liver transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4823: Encounter for aftercare following liver transplant
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:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
Also known as:
- Umbilical Hernia
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Incisional Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Post-surgical Hernia
- Surgical Incision Hernia
- Scar Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Liver Failure
- Liver Disease
- Hepatic insufficiency
- Liver dysfunction
- End-stage liver disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7290: Hepatic failure, unspecified without coma
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Cirrhosis
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
Also known as:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- Other Preventive Measures Visit
- Other prophylactic care
- Specific preventive treatments
- Additional preventive health measures
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z2989: Encounter for other specified prophylactic measures
Also known as:
- Kidney Transplant Aftercare
- Kidney Transplantation
- Post-kidney transplant care
- Kidney transplant follow-up
- Renal transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
Also known as:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other specified liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Uncommon liver conditions
- Rare liver diseases
- Specific liver disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7689: Other specified diseases of liver
Also known as:
- Other Kidney Transplant Complication
- Kidney Transplantation
- Renal Transplant Problem
- Kidney Graft Issue
- Post-Kidney Transplant Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8619: Other complication of kidney transplant
Which procedures does Dr. Pelletier perform as a Transplant Surgeon?
As a Transplant Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Shawn Pelletier may include:
- Intestinal and Multivisceral Transplant
- Kidney Transplant Consultation
- Kidney Transplant Follow Up
- Lung Transplant Consultation
- Lung Transplant Follow Up
- Organ Transplant
- Pancreas Transplant Consultation
- Pancreas Transplant Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Pelletier's office.
Does Dr. Pelletier accept my insurance?
Dr. Pelletier 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. Pelletier accept in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Pelletier in Charlottesville, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Pelletier's office located?
Dr. Shawn Pelletier's Practice 2
Hospital Dr 4th Floor Transplant Surgery
Charlottesville, VA 22908
Dr. Shawn Pelletier's Practice 3
1300 Jefferson Park Ave
Charlottesville, VA 22903
(800) 543-8814
What is Dr. Pelletier's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pelletier's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972604882.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pelletier?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pelletier
What is Dr. Shawn Pelletier's specialty?
Dr. Pelletier is a Transplant Surgeon near Charlottesville, VA. A transplant surgeon specializes in replacing damaged body organs with healthy ones from donors. They are responsible to oversee the entire process, including evaluating recipients, selecting donor organs, performing surgeries, and managing postoperative care to ensure successful recovery of a patient. Contact Dr. Pelletier to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Shawn Pelletier affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pelletier is affiliated with UVA University Hospital 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 Shawn Pelletier accepting new patients in Charlottesville, VA?
Yes, Dr. Shawn Pelletier is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shawn Pelletier offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pelletier's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shawn Pelletier?
Please contact Dr. Pelletier's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shawn Pelletier have?
Dr. Shawn Pelletier is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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