Dr. Joseph Giacometti, MD
Scranton, PA
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Giacometti, Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in Scranton, PA?
Where did Dr. Giacometti go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Baylor College of Medicine in Houston
Residency: Yale University
Medical School: University of Pennsylvania | Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University
Is Dr. Giacometti board certified as an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Giacometti, MD is board certified by the American Board of Ophthalmology
What languages does Dr. Giacometti speak?
Dr. Giacometti and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon like Dr. Giacometti typically treat?
As an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Giacometti 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. Giacometti. 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:
- Baggy Eyelids
- Droopy Eyelid
- Eyelid Disorder
- Droopy eyelids
- Excess eyelid skin
- Dermatochalasis
- Ptosis
- Eyelid Droop
- Falling Eyelid
- Muscle-Related Eyelid Droop
ICD-10 Codes:
- H02831: Dermatochalasis of right upper eyelid
- H02423: Myogenic ptosis of bilateral eyelids
Also known as:
- Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Skin Condition
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
ICD-10 Codes:
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
Also known as:
- Drooping Eyebrows in Both Eyes
- Eyelid Disorder
- Bilateral Brow Ptosis
- Sagging Eyebrows Both Sides
- Eyebrow Droop
ICD-10 Codes:
- H57813: Brow ptosis, bilateral
What procedures does an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon like Dr. Giacometti typically perform?
As an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Giacometti 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. Giacometti. 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:
- Eyelid Lesion Removal
- Upper Eyelid Lift (Blepharoplasty)
- Chalazion Removal
- Ptosis Repair (Fasanella-Servat Type)
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Eyelid growth removal
- Eyelid bump excision
- Eyelid skin lesion surgery
- Droopy Eyelid Surgery
- Upper Eyelid Reduction
- Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery
- Eyelid Cyst Excision
- Stye Removal Surgery
- Meibomian Cyst Removal
- Blepharoptosis Repair
- Levator Resection for Ptosis
CPT Codes:
- 67840: Excision of lesion of eyelid (except chalazion) without closure or with simple direct closure
- 15823: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid; with excessive skin weighting down lid
- 67800: Excision of chalazion; single
- 67908: Repair of blepharoptosis; conjunctivo-tarso-Muller's muscle-levator resection (eg, Fasanella-Servat type)
Also known as:
- Facial Tissue Transfer (Eyelids, Nose, Ears, Lips)
- Local Flap Surgery
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
- Facial Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 14060: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Injection for Skin Lesions (Up to 7)
- Intralesional Injection
- Lesion Injection Therapy
- Steroid Injection for Skin Bumps
CPT Codes:
- 11900: Injection, intralesional; up to and including 7 lesions
Also known as:
- Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
- Botox for facial spasms
- Facial nerve chemodenervation
- Blepharospasm treatment
- Hemifacial spasm injection
CPT Codes:
- 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)
Does Dr. Giacometti accept my insurance?
Dr. Giacometti accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 342-3145 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Giacometti accept in Scranton, PA?
Dr. Giacometti in Scranton, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Giacometti's office located?
Dr. Joseph Giacometti's Primary Practice
200 Mifflin Ave
Scranton, PA 18503
(570) 342-3145
What hospitals are Dr. Giacometti affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Giacometti has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Professional Member of American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Fellow of American Academy of Ophthalmology
Professional Member of Pennsylvania Medical Society
Past Executive Member of Connecticut Society of Eye Physicians
What is Dr. Giacometti's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Giacometti's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821232265.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Giacometti?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Giacometti