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Who is Dr. Purinton, Gynecologic Oncologist in Danville, PA?
Dr. Scott Purinton, MD, PHD is a Gynecologic Oncologist, who primarily practices in Danville, PA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Purinton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Purinton’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Purinton’s office at (912) 350-8508.
What languages does Dr. Purinton speak?
Dr. Purinton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Purinton treat?
As a Gynecologic Oncologist, Dr. Purinton 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. Purinton. 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:
- Endometrial Cancer
- Uterine Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Malignant Endometrial Tumor
- Endometrial Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Endometrium
- Malignant Uterine Tumor
- Uterine Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Uterus
ICD-10 Codes:
- C541: Malignant neoplasm of endometrium
- C55: Malignant neoplasm of uterus, part unspecified
Also known as:
- Ovarian Cancer
- Ovarian Epithelial, Fallopian Tube, and Primary Peritoneal Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Cancer of the ovary
- Ovarian carcinoma
- Female reproductive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C569: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified ovary
- C561: Malignant neoplasm of right ovary
- C562: Malignant neoplasm of left ovary
- C563: Malignant neoplasm of bilateral ovaries
Also known as:
- Vulvar Cancer
- Early Vulvar Cancer
- Cancer of the vulva
- Vulvar carcinoma
- External female genital cancer
- Carcinoma in situ of vulva
- Precancerous vulvar cells
- Non-invasive vulvar cancer
- Stage 0 vulvar cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C519: Malignant neoplasm of vulva, unspecified
- D071: Carcinoma in situ of vulva
Also known as:
- Genitourinary Tumor of Unspecified Behavior
- Genital Organ Tumor
- Urinary Organ Tumor
- Unspecified GU Neoplasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- D4959: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of other genitourinary organ
Also known as:
- Cervical Cancer
- Malignant Cervical Tumor
- Cervical Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Cervix
ICD-10 Codes:
- C539: Malignant neoplasm of cervix uteri, unspecified
- C538: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of cervix uteri
Also known as:
- Loss of Cervix and Uterus
- Hysterectomy
- Uterus and Cervix Removal
- Missing Uterus and Cervix
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z90710: Acquired absence of both cervix and uterus
Also known as:
- Genitourinary System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-urinary tract surgery care
- Reproductive organ surgery aftercare
- Kidney surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48816: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the genitourinary system
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:
- Peritoneal Cancer
- Cancer
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Cancer of Peritoneum
- Abdominal Lining Cancer
- Primary Peritoneal Cancer
- Peritoneal Carcinomatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C482: Malignant neoplasm of peritoneum, unspecified
Also known as:
- Endometrial Intraepithelial Neoplasia
- Uterine Disease
- EIN
- Precancerous Uterine Cells
- Atypical Endometrial Hyperplasia
ICD-10 Codes:
- N8502: Endometrial intraepithelial neoplasia [EIN]
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup, all clear
- Pelvic exam, normal results
- OB/GYN visit, no issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Growth of Unknown Type in the Ovary
- Ovarian Disorder
- Indeterminate ovarian mass
- Ovarian tumor of unknown nature
- Ovarian neoplasm of uncertain behavior
ICD-10 Codes:
- D3910: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of unspecified ovary
Which procedures does Dr. Purinton perform as a Gynecologic Oncologist?
As a Gynecologic Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Scott Purinton may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Purinton's office.
Does Dr. Purinton accept my insurance?
Dr. Purinton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (912) 350-8508 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Purinton accept in Danville, PA?
Dr. Purinton in Danville, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Federal Employee Program
Highmark Inc.
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Purinton's office located?
Dr. Scott Purinton's Primary Practice
100 N Academy Ave
Danville, PA 17822
(912) 350-8508
What is Dr. Purinton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Purinton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932245990.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Purinton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Purinton
What is Dr. Scott Purinton's specialty?
Dr. Purinton is a Gynecologic Oncologist near Danville, PA. An obstetrician/gynecologist specializing in gynecologic oncology provides consultation and comprehensive management for patients with gynecologic cancer. This includes performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures essential for the total care of patients with gynecologic cancer and addressing any resulting complications. Contact Dr. Purinton to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Scott Purinton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Purinton is affiliated with Geisinger Medical Center, Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center 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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Is Scott Purinton accepting new patients in Danville, PA?
Yes, Dr. Scott Purinton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Scott Purinton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Purinton's office at (912) 350-8508 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Scott Purinton?
Please contact Dr. Purinton's office at (912) 350-8508 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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