43 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fanto, General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist in Orland Park, IL?
Dr. Salvatore Fanto, MD is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, who primarily practices in Orland Park, IL. He has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified. Dr. Fanto completed his residency at Cabrini Med Ctr, Hand Surgery; Cabrini Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Fanto is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fanto’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fanto’s office at (708) 364-0075.
Where did Dr. Fanto go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cabrini Med Ctr, Hand Surgery; Cabrini Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: University Cattol De Sacro Cuore- Fac Di Med E Chirurgia- Roma- Italy
Is Dr. Fanto board certified as a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Salvatore Fanto, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Fanto speak?
Dr. Fanto and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist like Dr. Fanto typically treat?
As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Dr. Fanto 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. Fanto. 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:
- Removal of Internal Fixation Device
- Fractures
- Hardware removal surgery
- Implant removal procedure
- Fixation device extraction
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z472: Encounter for removal of internal fixation device
Also known as:
- Finger Pain
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Finger
- Aching Finger
- Finger Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79645: Pain in left finger(s)
Also known as:
- Finger Pain
- Finger Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore fingers
- Aching fingers
- Finger discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79644: Pain in right finger(s)
Also known as:
- Right Hand Pain
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right palm
- Right wrist and hand pain
- Right hand discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79641: Pain in right hand
What procedures does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist like Dr. Fanto typically perform?
As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Dr. Fanto 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. Fanto. 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:
- Tendon Release Surgery for Hand or Finger
- Extensor tenolysis
- Tendon freeing surgery
- Hand tendon surgery
CPT Codes:
- 26445: Tenolysis, extensor tendon, hand OR finger, each tendon
Also known as:
- Removal of Implant from Finger or Hand
- Hand Implant Explant
- Finger Device Removal
- Hardware Removal Hand
CPT Codes:
- 26320: Removal of implant from finger or hand
Also known as:
- Finger Extensor Tendon Repair
- Tendon Repair (Finger)
- Finger Tendon Surgery
- Extensor Tendon Reconstruction (Finger)
CPT Codes:
- 26418: Repair, extensor tendon, finger, primary or secondary; without free graft, each tendon
Also known as:
- Finger Joint Capsule Surgery
- Finger Joint Capsulectomy
- Finger Joint Capsulotomy
- Interphalangeal Joint Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 26525: Capsulectomy or capsulotomy; interphalangeal joint, each joint
Also known as:
- Finger Ligament Repair
- Collateral ligament repair (finger)
- MP joint ligament repair
- Finger joint stabilization surgery
CPT Codes:
- 26540: Repair of collateral ligament, metacarpophalangeal or interphalangeal joint
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Tissue Transfer
- Local Flap Reconstruction
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
CPT Codes:
- 14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
- Median Nerve Neuroplasty
- Carpal Tunnel Decompression
- Median Nerve Transposition
CPT Codes:
- 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel
Does Dr. Fanto accept my insurance?
Dr. Fanto accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 364-0075 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fanto accept in Orland Park, IL?
Dr. Fanto in Orland Park, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Fanto's office located?
Dr. Salvatore Fanto's Primary Practice
11304 Distinctive Dr
Orland Park, IL 60467
(708) 364-0075
What is Dr. Fanto's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fanto's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053435222.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fanto?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fanto
What is Dr. Salvatore Fanto's specialty?
Dr. Fanto is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist near Orland Park, IL.
What does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist do?
A surgeon specializing in the medical, surgical, and rehabilitative management of the upper extremity focuses on the investigation, preservation, and restoration of structures that directly impact the form and function of the hand and wrist.
Is this Dr. Salvatore Fanto affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fanto is affiliated with Saint Joseph Medical Center - Joliet 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 Salvatore Fanto accepting new patients in Orland Park, IL?
Yes, Dr. Salvatore Fanto is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Salvatore Fanto offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fanto's office at (708) 364-0075 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Salvatore Fanto?
Please contact Dr. Fanto's office at (708) 364-0075 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Salvatore Fanto have?
Dr. Salvatore Fanto is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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