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Dr. John William Gillespie, MD

Wilmington, DE

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gillespie, Plastic Surgeon in Wilmington, DE?

    Dr. John William Gillespie, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Wilmington, DE with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Gillespie completed his residency at George Washington University Medical Center. Dr. Gillespie is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gillespie’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gillespie’s office at (302) 274-2996.

    Where did Dr. Gillespie go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: George Washington University Medical Center

    What languages does Dr. Gillespie speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Gillespie treat?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Gillespie 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. Gillespie. 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:

    • Breast Enlargement
    • Breast Disease
    • Breast hypertrophy
    • Macromastia
    • Gigantomastia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N62: Hypertrophy of breast

    Also known as:

    • Obstructed Belly Button Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Umbilical Hernia with Obstruction
    • Blocked Belly Button Hernia
    • Strangulated Umbilical Hernia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K420: Umbilical hernia with obstruction, without gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Surgical Dressing Change or Removal
    • After Surgery
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Wound dressing care
    • Post-op dressing change
    • Surgical wound management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4801: Encounter for change or removal of surgical wound dressing

    Also known as:

    • Panniculitis
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Fat layer inflammation
    • Subcutaneous fat disorder
    • Skin nodule inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M793: Panniculitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • External Surgical Wound Opening
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • External wound dehiscence
    • Surgical incision separation
    • Outer wound rupture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8131XD: Disruption of external operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified, subsequent encounter

    What procedures does Dr. Gillespie perform?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Gillespie 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. Gillespie. 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:

    • Breast Reduction Surgery
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Reduction Mammoplasty
    • Breast Size Reduction
    • Mammoplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 19318: Breast reduction

    Also known as:

    • Panniculectomy (Lower Abdomen Skin Removal)
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Excess Skin Removal (Abdomen)
    • Infraumbilical Lipectomy
    • Tummy Tuck (Panniculectomy)
    • Abdominal Skin Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 15830: Excision, Excessive Skin And Subcutaneous Tissue (Includes Lipectomy); Abdomen, Infraumbilical Panniculectomy

    Also known as:

    • Breast Implant Insertion After Mastectomy
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Delayed Breast Reconstruction
    • Breast Implant Placement (Post-Mastectomy)
    • Secondary Breast Augmentation
    • Reconstructive Breast Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 19342: Insertion or replacement of breast implant on separate day from mastectomy

    Also known as:

    • Repair of Small Abdominal Hernia (Complicated)
    • Epigastric Hernia Repair
    • Umbilical Hernia Surgery
    • Incisional Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Strangulated Hernia Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 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

    Does Dr. Gillespie accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gillespie accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (302) 274-2996 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gillespie accept in Wilmington, DE?

    Dr. Gillespie in Wilmington, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Gillespie's office located?

    Dr. John William Gillespie's Primary Practice

    2383 Limestone Rd Fl 2

    Wilmington, DE 19808

    (302) 274-2996

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    Dr. John William Gillespie's Practice 2

    1600 Rockland Rd

    Wilmington, DE 19803

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

    Dr. Gillespie's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790002954.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gillespie?

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

    What is Dr. John William Gillespie's specialty?

    Dr. Gillespie is a Plastic Surgeon near Wilmington, DE. A plastic surgeon specializes in repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Cosmetic surgery is a key aspect of this specialty, where surgeons apply aesthetic principles to enhance appearance and optimize reconstructive outcomes, addressing both normal structures and those requiring reconstruction. Contact Dr. Gillespie to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John William Gillespie affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gillespie is affiliated with Wilmington Hospital 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 John William Gillespie accepting new patients in Wilmington, DE?

    Yes, Dr. John William Gillespie is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John William Gillespie offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gillespie's office at (302) 274-2996 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John William Gillespie?

    Please contact Dr. Gillespie's office at (302) 274-2996 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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