Dr. Gerald Garcia, MD

Erie, PA

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Garcia, Plastic Surgeon in Erie, PA?

Dr. Gerald Garcia, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Erie, PA. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Garcia graduated from Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine and completed his residency at Penn St U Hp-M S Hershey Mc, Plastic Surgery; Penn St U Hp-M S Hershey Mc, General Surgery. Dr. Garcia is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garcia’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garcia’s office at (814) 868-9937.

Where did Dr. Garcia go to medical school and complete their residency?

Residency: Penn St U Hp-M S Hershey Mc, Plastic Surgery; Penn St U Hp-M S Hershey Mc, General Surgery | University of Pennsylvania Health System Program
Medical School: Pa State Univ Coll Of Med- Hershey Pa | Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine

Is Dr. Garcia board certified as a Plastic Surgeon?

Yes, Dr. Gerald Garcia, MD is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery

What languages does Dr. Garcia speak?

Dr. Garcia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

English

What conditions does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Garcia typically treat?

As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Garcia 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. Garcia. 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:

Baggy Eyelids
Eyelid Disorder
Blepharochalasis
Swollen Eyelids
Loose Eyelid Skin

ICD-10 Codes:

H0231: Blepharochalasis right upper eyelid

Also known as:

Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

ICD-10 Codes:

Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

Also known as:

Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
Skin Cancer
Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
Rodent Ulcer
BCC
Basal Cell Carcinoma

ICD-10 Codes:

C44319: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face

Also known as:

Breast Cancer
Mammary cancer
Breast carcinoma
Breast tumor

ICD-10 Codes:

C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast

What procedures does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Garcia typically perform?

As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Garcia 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. Garcia. 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:

CPT Codes:

15823: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid; with excessive skin weighting down lid
67904: Repair of blepharoptosis; (tarso) levator resection or advancement, external approach

Also known as:

Skin Cancer Removal (Face, Ears, Eyelids, Nose, Lips)
Malignant Lesion Excision
Facial Skin Cancer Surgery
Lip Cancer Removal

CPT Codes:

11642: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm

Also known as:

Skin Cancer Removal (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
Malignant Lesion Excision
Skin Tumor Removal
Cancerous Skin Growth Excision

CPT Codes:

11602: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm

Does Dr. Garcia accept my insurance?

Dr. Garcia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (814) 868-9937 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Garcia accept in Erie, PA?

Dr. Garcia in Erie, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Humana
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
UPMC Health System

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Where is Dr. Garcia's office located?

Dr. Gerald Garcia's Primary Practice

4355 Peach St

Erie, PA 16509

(814) 868-9937

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What hospitals are Dr. Garcia affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Garcia has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Ahn Saint Vincent Hospital,Erie, PA

Ranked ObGyn Surgery

Ranked C-section surgery

Warren General Hospital,Warren, PA

Ranked Orthopaedic Surgery

Ranked Knee Replacement Surgery

Olean General Hospital,Olean, NY

Ranked ObGyn Surgery

Ranked C-section surgery

Upmc Hamot,Erie, PA

Ranked in 2 Specialties

Ranked in 2 Procedures

Meadville Medical Center,Meadville, PA

Ranked Spine Surgery

Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo,Buffalo, NY

Ranked ObGyn Surgery

Ranked C-section surgery

What is Dr. Garcia's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

Dr. Garcia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255425435.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garcia?

Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Garcia

What is Dr. Gerald Garcia's specialty?

Dr. Garcia is a Plastic Surgeon near Erie, PA.

What does a Plastic Surgeon do?

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.

Is Dr. Gerald Garcia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Garcia is affiliated with Ahn Saint Vincent Hospital, Warren General Hospital, Olean General Hospital, Upmc Hamot, Meadville Medical Center, Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo 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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