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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Picon, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Stamford, CT?
Dr. Antonio Picon, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Stamford, CT with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Picon graduated from Universidad de Los Andes Facultad de Medicina and completed his residency at Mount Sinai Hospital Medical Center of Chicago Program. Dr. Picon is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Picon’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Picon’s office at (203) 276-2410.
Where did Dr. Picon go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mount Sinai Hospital Medical Center of Chicago Program
Medical School: University Of Los Andes | Universidad de Los Andes Facultad de Medicina
Is Dr. Picon board certified as a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
Yes, Dr. Antonio Picon, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Picon speak?
Dr. Picon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Picon typically treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Picon 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. Picon. 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:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Gallbladder Disease
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
- Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
- Gallbladder attack with stones
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
- K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection
- Ruptured Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection and Tissue Death
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Appendicitis with Local Peritonitis
- Localized Abdominal Infection from Appendix
- Early Appendicitis with Infection
- Perforated Appendix with Gangrene
- Localized Ruptured Appendix
- Appendix Rupture with Tissue Death
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3530: Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis, without perforation or gangrene
- K3532: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, without abscess
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Digestive System Growth of Unknown Type
- Digestive Disease
- Digestive tract tumor of unknown nature
- GI growth of unknown type
- Indeterminate digestive mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D490: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of digestive system
Also known as:
- Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Cholecystitis
- Inflamed gallbladder
- Gallbladder attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K819: Cholecystitis, unspecified
What procedures does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) like Dr. Picon typically perform?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Picon 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. Picon. 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:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Appendectomy
- Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
- Keyhole Appendectomy
- Scope Appendectomy
CPT Codes:
- 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy
Does Dr. Picon accept my insurance?
Dr. Picon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 276-2410 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Picon accept in Stamford, CT?
Dr. Picon in Stamford, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Medicare
State of Connecticut
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Picon's office located?
Dr. Antonio Picon's Primary Practice
29 Hospital Plz Ste 603
Stamford, CT 06902
(203) 276-2410
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Antonio Picon?
Dr. Picon has appointments available at his Stamford, CT office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Picon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Picon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154353100.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Picon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Picon
What is Dr. Antonio Picon's specialty?
Dr. Picon is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Stamford, CT.
What does a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) do?
A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders.
Is this Dr. Antonio Picon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Picon is affiliated with Stamford Health 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
When to see a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Antonio Picon accepting new patients in Stamford, CT?
Yes, Dr. Antonio Picon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Antonio Picon offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Picon, or call (203) 276-2410 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Antonio Picon?
Please contact Dr. Picon's office at (203) 276-2410 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Antonio Picon have?
Dr. Antonio Picon is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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