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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rocco, Thoracic Surgeon in New York, NY?
Dr. Gaetano Rocco, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Rocco is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rocco’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rocco’s office at (212) 639-6428.
What languages does Dr. Rocco speak?
Dr. Rocco and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Rocco typically treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Rocco 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. Rocco. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Right lower lobe lung cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- History of Nicotine Dependence
- E-Cigarettes
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Past nicotine addiction
- Previous smoking habit
- History of tobacco use disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence
What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Rocco typically perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Rocco 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. Rocco. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Biopsy
- Image-Guided Bronchoscopy
- Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Transbronchial Needle Biopsy
- Lung Biopsy via Bronchoscope
- Airway Examination with Biopsy
- Navigational Bronchoscopy
- Computer-Assisted Bronchoscopy
- Advanced Lung Scope
- Lung Scope with Biopsy
- Bronchial Biopsy
- Endobronchial Biopsy
- Flexible Bronchoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 31629: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial needle aspiration biopsy(s), trachea, main stem and/or lobar bronchus(i)
- 31627: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with computer-assisted, image-guided navigation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])
- 31625: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial or endobronchial biopsy(s), single or multiple sites
Also known as:
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy and Ultrasound
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- EBUS Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound Biopsy
- Lung Lymph Node Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 31652: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), one or two mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures
Does Dr. Rocco accept my insurance?
Dr. Rocco accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 639-6428 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rocco accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Rocco in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
Healthfirst New York
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Rocco's office located?
What is Dr. Rocco's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rocco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548756570.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rocco?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rocco
What is Dr. Gaetano Rocco's specialty?
Dr. Rocco is a Thoracic Surgeon near New York, NY.
What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?
A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty.
Is this Dr. Gaetano Rocco affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rocco is affiliated with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Atlantic Health Centrastate Medical Center, Hackensack Meridian Ocean University Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Gaetano Rocco accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Gaetano Rocco is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gaetano Rocco offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rocco's office at (212) 639-6428 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gaetano Rocco?
Please contact Dr. Rocco's office at (212) 639-6428 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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