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24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Santaniello, Surgeon in Munster, IN?
Dr. John Santaniello, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Munster, IN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Santaniello completed his residency at Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery; Loyola Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Santaniello is fluent in English and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Santaniello’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Santaniello’s office at (219) 836-9800.
Where did Dr. Santaniello go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Surgery Critical Care-Surgery; Loyola Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery | Loyola Ufoster G McGaw Hospital
Medical School: Loyola Univ of Chicago Stritch Sch of Med, Maywood Il
Is Dr. Santaniello board certified in Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. John Santaniello, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Santaniello speak?
Dr. Santaniello and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
What conditions does Dr. Santaniello treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Santaniello 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. Santaniello. 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)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Obstructed Belly Button Hernia
- Incisional Hernia
- Ventral Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
- Umbilical Hernia with Obstruction
- Blocked Belly Button Hernia
- Strangulated Umbilical Hernia
- Post-surgical Hernia
- Surgical Incision Hernia
- Scar Hernia
- Abdominal Wall Hernia
- Epigastric Hernia
- Spigelian Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K420: Umbilical hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
- K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
- Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
- Gallbladder attack with stones
ICD-10 Codes:
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
- K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Pilonidal Cyst
- Tailbone Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal cyst
- Pilonidal sinus
- Tailbone cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0591: Pilonidal cyst without abscess
Also known as:
- Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Acute Blood Loss Anemia
- Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Benign Lipoma of Trunk
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous fatty lump on body
- Trunk lipoma
- Body fatty tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D171: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of trunk
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Inguinal Hernia with Obstruction
- Hernia
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Groin Hernia with Blockage
- Strangulated Inguinal Hernia
- Obstructed Groin Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4030: Unilateral inguinal hernia, with obstruction, without gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Intestine Diverticulitis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Inflamed Bowel Diverticula
- Bowel Diverticular Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5792: Diverticulitis of intestine, part unspecified, without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Which procedures does Dr. Santaniello perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. John Santaniello 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. Santaniello's office.
Does Dr. Santaniello accept my insurance?
Dr. Santaniello accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (219) 836-9800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Santaniello accept in Munster, IN?
Dr. Santaniello in Munster, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Hawaii-Mainland Administrators (HMA)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Santaniello's office located?
Dr. John Santaniello's Primary Practice
10020 Donald S Powers Dr
Munster, IN 46321
(219) 836-9800
What is Dr. Santaniello's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Santaniello's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700912409.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Santaniello?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Santaniello
What is Dr. John Santaniello's specialty?
Dr. Santaniello is a Surgeon near Munster, IN. 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. Santaniello to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. John Santaniello affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Santaniello is affiliated with Community Hospital Of Munster 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 Santaniello accepting new patients in Munster, IN?
Yes, Dr. John Santaniello is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Santaniello offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Santaniello's office at (219) 836-9800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Santaniello?
Please contact Dr. Santaniello's office at (219) 836-9800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Santaniello have?
Dr. John Santaniello is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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