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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Milano, Thoracic Surgeon in Durham, NC?
Dr. Carmelo Milano, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Durham, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Milano completed his residency at Duke Univ Med Ctr, Thoracic Surgery; Duke Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Milano is fluent in English and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Milano’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Milano’s office at (800) 266-3853.
Where did Dr. Milano go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Duke Univ Med Ctr, Thoracic Surgery; Duke Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery | Duke University Mc
Medical School: University of Chicago, Pritzker Sch of Med, Chicago Il
Is Dr. Milano board certified as a Thoracic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Carmelo Milano, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Thoracic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Milano speak?
Dr. Milano and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Milano typically treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Milano 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. Milano. 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:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG
- Heart Bypass Graft
- Bypass Surgery Graft
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Infection of Cardiac or Vascular Device
- Infected Cardiovascular Implant
- Heart Device Infection
- Vascular Graft Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- T827XXA: Infection and inflammatory reaction due to other cardiac and vascular devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
- Cellulitis
- Left Leg Skin Infection
- Bacterial Left Leg Infection
- Spreading Left Leg Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
Also known as:
- Obstructive Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy
- HCM (Obstructive)
- Thickened Heart Muscle with Obstruction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I421: Obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Milano typically perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Carmelo Milano may include:
- Aortic Stent Grafts
- Arteriovenous Graft Placement
- Atherectomy
- Carotid Surgery
- Endovascular Aneurysm Repair (EVAR)
- Endovenous Laser Treatment of Varicose Veins
- Limb Salvage Surgery
- Mediastinal Adenopathy Surgery
Please contact Dr. Milano's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Milano accept my insurance?
Dr. Milano accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 266-3853 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Milano accept in Durham, NC?
Dr. Milano in Durham, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Milano's office located?
Dr. Carmelo Milano's Primary Practice
40 Duke Medicine Cir
Durham, NC 27710
(800) 266-3853
3000 Meadowmont Village Circle Suite 311
300 Meadowmont Village Cir Ste 311
Chapel Hill, NC 27517
What is Dr. Milano's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Milano's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508946633.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Milano?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Milano
What is Dr. Carmelo Milano's specialty?
Dr. Milano is a Thoracic Surgeon near Durham, NC.
What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?
A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty.
Is this Dr. Carmelo Milano affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Milano is affiliated with Duke University Hospital, Wakemed Raleigh Campus, Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center, Wakemed Cary Hospital, Duke University Hospital 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
When to see a Thoracic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Carmelo Milano accepting new patients in Durham, NC?
Yes, Dr. Carmelo Milano is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carmelo Milano offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Milano's office at (800) 266-3853 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carmelo Milano?
Please contact Dr. Milano's office at (800) 266-3853 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Carmelo Milano have?
Dr. Carmelo Milano is certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
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