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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pichardo, Surgical Oncologist in Plainsboro, NJ?
Dr. Elsa Pichardo, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Plainsboro, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Pichardo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pichardo’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pichardo’s office at (732) 531-5445.
What languages does Dr. Pichardo speak?
Dr. Pichardo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Pichardo treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Pichardo 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. Pichardo. 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:
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Chronic 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
- Long-term Gallbladder Inflammation
- Chronic Cholecystitis
- Ongoing Gallbladder Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
- K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
- K811: Chronic cholecystitis
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestine
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56699: Other intestinal obstruction unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
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:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Biliary Acute Pancreatitis
- Pancreatitis
- Gallstone Pancreatitis
- Bile Duct Related Pancreatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8510: Biliary acute pancreatitis without necrosis or infection
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Cancer Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Cancer
- Post-cancer surgery care
- Oncology aftercare
- Cancer recovery follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm
Also known as:
- Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
- Stomach surgery aftercare
- Bowel surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system
Which procedures does Dr. Pichardo perform as a Surgical Oncologist?
As a Surgical Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Elsa Pichardo may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Pichardo's office.
Does Dr. Pichardo accept my insurance?
Dr. Pichardo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 531-5445 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pichardo accept in Plainsboro, NJ?
Dr. Pichardo in Plainsboro, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
Transamerica Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Pichardo's office located?
Dr. Elsa Pichardo's Primary Practice
5 Plainsboro Rd Ste 400
Plainsboro, NJ 08536
(732) 531-5445
What is Dr. Pichardo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pichardo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528383635.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pichardo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pichardo
What is Dr. Elsa Pichardo's specialty?
Dr. Pichardo is a Surgical Oncologist near Plainsboro, NJ. A surgical oncologist is a highly qualified and trained surgeon with specialized expertise in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of cancer patients. They have received additional training in a multidisciplinary approach and dedicate a significant portion of their practice to these areas, as well as to cancer research. Contact Dr. Pichardo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Elsa Pichardo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pichardo is affiliated with Penn Medicine Princeton Medical Center 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 Elsa Pichardo accepting new patients in Plainsboro, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Elsa Pichardo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elsa Pichardo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pichardo's office at (732) 531-5445 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elsa Pichardo?
Please contact Dr. Pichardo's office at (732) 531-5445 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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