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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. 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:
- Incisional Hernia
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Ventral Hernia
- Recurrent Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Post-surgical Hernia
- Surgical Incision Hernia
- Scar Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K4091: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, recurrent
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:
- Bilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Double Groin Hernia
- Hernia in Both Groins
- Non-obstructed Inguinal Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4020: Bilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
What procedures does Dr. Santoro perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Santoro 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. 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:
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Large Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Repair of Recurrent Inguinal Hernia
- Repair of Small Abdominal Hernia (Complicated)
- Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Large Recurrent Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Recurrent Abdominal Hernia Repair (3-10 cm, Trapped or Strangled)
- Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
- Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
- Ventral hernia repair
- Umbilical hernia surgery
- Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
- Incisional hernia repair
- Ventral Hernia Repair
- Incisional Hernia Surgery
- Umbilical Hernia Repair
- Epigastric Hernia Surgery
- Recurrent Groin Hernia Surgery
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernioplasty
- Epigastric Hernia Repair
- Umbilical Hernia Surgery
- Incisional Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Strangulated Hernia Surgery
- Incisional Hernia Repair
- Recurrent Ventral Hernia Repair
- Repeat Abdominal Hernia Surgery
- Large Incisional Hernia Repair
- Reducible Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Recurrent ventral hernia repair
- Incisional hernia repair with mesh
- Strangulated hernia surgery
- Epigastric hernia repair
- Groin Hernia Surgery
- Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
- First Inguinal Hernia Fix
- Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
- 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible
- 49595: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); greater than 10 cm, reducible
- 49651: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair recurrent inguinal hernia
- 49592: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, incarcerated or strangulated
- 49593: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, reducible
- 49617: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), recurrent, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); greater than 10 cm, reducible
- 49616: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), recurrent, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, incarcerated or strangulated
- 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
- 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography
Also known as:
- Emergency Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Incarcerated Hernia Repair
- Strangulated Hernia Surgery
- Ventral Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Umbilical Hernia Repair
CPT Codes:
- 49594: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, incarcerated or strangulated
Also known as:
- Removal of Hernia Mesh During Hernia Repair
- Abdominal Hernia Mesh Excision
- Parastomal Hernia Mesh Removal
- Hernia Prosthesis Removal
- Mesh Explantation (Hernia Repair)
CPT Codes:
- 49623: Removal of total or near total non-infected mesh or other prosthesis at the time of initial or recurrent anterior abdominal hernia repair or parastomal hernia repair, any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Complex Abdominal Hernia Repair (Recurrent, Large, or Trapped)
- Recurrent Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Incarcerated Hernia Repair
- Strangulated Hernia Repair
- Large Ventral Hernia Repair with Mesh
CPT Codes:
- 49618: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), recurrent, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); greater than 10 cm, incarcerated or strangulated
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery (Medium)
- Adjacent Tissue Transfer (Additional Area)
- Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
- Local Flap Surgery
- Skin Graft (Adjacent Tissue)
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Tissue Rearrangement
- Local Flap Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 14301: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; defect 30.1 sq cm to 60.0 sq cm
- 14302: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; each additional 30.0 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Muscle or Skin Flap Surgery (Trunk)
- Myocutaneous Flap (Body)
- Fasciocutaneous Flap (Trunk)
- Tissue Flap Reconstruction (Torso)
CPT Codes:
- 15734: Muscle, myocutaneous, or fasciocutaneous flap; trunk
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 Commercial
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Highmark Inc.
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
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, TidalHealth Nanticoke, Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus, TidalHealth Peninsula Regional, ChristianaCare, Union 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
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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?
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