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Dr. Diego Avella Patino, MD

Chicago, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Avella Patino, Thoracic Surgeon in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Diego Avella Patino, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Avella Patino is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Avella Patino’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Avella Patino’s office at (312) 472-1234.

    What languages does Dr. Avella Patino speak?

    Dr. Avella Patino and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Avella Patino typically treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Avella Patino 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. Avella Patino. 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:

    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    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:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Other Mediastinum Disorder
    • Various mediastinal diseases
    • Unspecified chest cavity problems
    • Other conditions of the mediastinum

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9859: Other diseases of mediastinum, not elsewhere classified

    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:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Right upper lobe lung cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung

    What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Avella Patino typically perform?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Avella Patino 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. Avella Patino. 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:

    • Donor Lung Preparation for Transplant (Bilateral)
    • Lung allograft preparation
    • Cadaver lung dissection
    • Donor lung procurement
    • Transplant organ preparation

    CPT Codes:

    • 32856: Backbench standard preparation of cadaver donor lung allograft prior to transplantation, including dissection of allograft from surrounding soft tissues to prepare pulmonary venous/atrial cuff, pulmonary artery, and bronchus; bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Lung or Chest Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Percutaneous lung biopsy
    • Mediastinum core needle biopsy
    • Image-guided lung biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 32408: Core needle biopsy, lung or mediastinum, percutaneous, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Single Lung Transplant
    • Lung Transplantation
    • Lung transplantation
    • One lung transplant
    • Lung replacement surgery
    • Transplant without heart-lung machine

    CPT Codes:

    • 32851: Lung transplant, single; without cardiopulmonary bypass

    Also known as:

    • Donor Lung Preparation for Transplant
    • Cadaver Lung Allograft Preparation
    • Unilateral Donor Lung Dissection
    • Lung Transplant Backbench Preparation

    CPT Codes:

    • 32855: Backbench standard preparation of cadaver donor lung allograft prior to transplantation, including dissection of allograft from surrounding soft tissues to prepare pulmonary venous/atrial cuff, pulmonary artery, and bronchus; unilateral

    Also known as:

    • Daily Management of ECMO Life Support
    • ECMO Management
    • Extracorporeal Life Support Management
    • Veno-Venous ECMO Care
    • Artificial Lung Support

    CPT Codes:

    • 33948: Extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO)/extracorporeal life support (ECLS) provided by physician; daily management, each day, veno-venous

    Does Dr. Avella Patino accept my insurance?

    Dr. Avella Patino accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 472-1234 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Avella Patino accept in Chicago, IL?

    Dr. Avella Patino in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Avella Patino's office located?

    Dr. Diego Avella Patino's Primary Practice

    675 N Saint Clair St Fl 17

    Chicago, IL 60611

    (312) 472-1234

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    Dr. Diego Avella Patino's Practice 2

    1800 N Main St

    Wheaton, IL 60187

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    Dr. Diego Avella Patino's Practice 3

    4309 W Medical Center Dr Ste B305

    Holiday Hills, IL 60050

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    What hospitals are Dr. Avella Patino affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Avella Patino has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    What is Dr. Avella Patino's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Avella Patino's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336374669.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Avella Patino?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Avella Patino

    What is Dr. Diego Avella Patino's specialty?

    Dr. Avella Patino is a Thoracic Surgeon near Chicago, IL.

    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 Dr. Diego Avella Patino affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Avella Patino is affiliated with University Hospital - Mu Health Care 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

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    Is Dr. Diego Avella Patino accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Diego Avella Patino is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Diego Avella Patino offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Avella Patino's office at (312) 472-1234 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Diego Avella Patino?

    Please contact Dr. Avella Patino's office at (312) 472-1234 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Avella Patino's office located?

    Dr. Avella Patino's offices are located in Chicago, IL, Wheaton, IL, and Holiday Hills, IL.