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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Santoro, Surgeon in Wilmington, DE?
Dr. Peter Santoro, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Wilmington, DE with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Santoro is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Santoro’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Santoro’s office at (302) 320-4850.
What languages does Dr. Santoro speak?
Dr. Santoro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Santoro treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Santoro 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. Santoro. 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:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Incisional Hernia
- Umbilical Hernia
- Ventral Hernia
- Recurrent Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Ventral Hernia with Bowel Blockage
- Obstructed Surgical Incision Hernia
- Obstructed Belly Button Hernia
- Abdominal Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Post-surgical Hernia
- Surgical Incision Hernia
- Scar Hernia
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
- Abdominal Wall Hernia
- Epigastric Hernia
- Spigelian Hernia
- Recurrent Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Repeated Groin Hernia
- Recurring Hernia in Groin
- Abdominal Wall Hernia with Obstruction
- Incisional Hernia with Blockage
- Incisional Hernia with Obstruction
- Blocked Incision Hernia
- Strangulated Incisional Hernia
- Umbilical Hernia with Obstruction
- Blocked Belly Button Hernia
- Strangulated Umbilical Hernia
- Belly Hernia
- Stomach Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K4091: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, recurrent
- K436: Other and unspecified ventral hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
- K430: Incisional hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
- K420: Umbilical hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
- K458: Other specified abdominal hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Right Lower Abdominal Pain
- Pain in Lower Left Abdomen
- Pelvic Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Pain in lower right belly
- RLQ pain
- Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort
- Left lower quadrant pain
- Pain in left side of belly
- Left side abdominal discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1031: Right lower quadrant pain
- R1032: Left lower quadrant pain
Also known as:
- Muscle Separation
- Common Infant and Newborn Problems
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Muscle tear
- Muscle strain
- Pulled muscle
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6208: Separation of muscle (nontraumatic), other site
Also known as:
- Bilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia with Obstruction
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Double Groin Hernia
- Hernia in Both Groins
- Non-obstructed Inguinal Hernia
- Groin Hernia with Blockage
- Strangulated Inguinal Hernia
- Obstructed Groin Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4020: Bilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K4030: Unilateral inguinal hernia, with obstruction, without gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
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- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Abdominal Adhesions
- Adhesions
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Scar Tissue in Abdomen
- Internal Scarring
- Bowel Adhesions
ICD-10 Codes:
- K660: Peritoneal adhesions (postprocedural) (postinfection)
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
Which procedures does Dr. Santoro perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Peter Santoro may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Santoro's office.
Does Dr. Santoro accept my insurance?
Dr. Santoro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (302) 320-4850 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Santoro accept in Wilmington, DE?
Dr. Santoro in Wilmington, DE 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
Highmark Inc.
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Santoro's office located?
What is Dr. Santoro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Santoro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447484415.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Santoro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Santoro
What is Dr. Peter Santoro's specialty?
Dr. Santoro is a Surgeon near Wilmington, DE. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Santoro to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Peter Santoro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Santoro is affiliated with Wilmington Hospital, Beebe Healthcare 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 Peter Santoro accepting new patients in Wilmington, DE?
Yes, Dr. Peter Santoro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Peter Santoro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Santoro's office at (302) 320-4850 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Peter Santoro?
Please contact Dr. Santoro's office at (302) 320-4850 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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