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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Stirparo, Critical Care Surgeon in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Joseph Stirparo, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Allentown, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Stirparo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Stirparo’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Stirparo’s office.
Is Dr. Stirparo board certified in Critical Care Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Stirparo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Stirparo speak?
Dr. Stirparo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Stirparo treat?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Stirparo 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. Stirparo. 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:
- Traumatic Brain Injury
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Traumatic Subdural Hemorrhage
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Injury
- Brain Bleed
- TBI
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
- Head Injury Bleed
- Intracranial Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
- S066X0A: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
- S065X9A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness of unspecified duration, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Acute and Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Gallbladder Disease
- Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
- Gallbladder attack with stones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
- Mixed cholecystitis with gallstones
- Acute and chronic gallbladder attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
- K8012: Calculus of gallbladder with acute and chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Multiple Broken Ribs
- Chest Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Multiple Rib Fractures
- Rib Cage Fracture
- Broken Ribs
ICD-10 Codes:
- S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture
- S2242XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, left side, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulitis with Perforation and Abscess
- Abscess
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Inflamed Colon Diverticula with Abscess
- Perforated Large Bowel Diverticulitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5720: Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding
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
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:
- Broken first lumbar vertebra
- Fractures
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar spine fracture
- Broken lower back bone
- Vertebral fracture
- Spinal column fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S32019A: Unspecified fracture of first lumbar vertebra, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Broken back bone (T11-T12 vertebra)
- Fractures
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Thoracic spine fracture
- Vertebral fracture
- Broken T11-T12 vertebra
ICD-10 Codes:
- S22089A: Unspecified fracture of T11-T12 vertebra, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Which procedures does Dr. Stirparo perform as a Critical Care Surgeon?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Joseph Stirparo 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. Stirparo's office.
Does Dr. Stirparo accept my insurance?
Dr. Stirparo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Stirparo accept in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Stirparo in Allentown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital BlueCross
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Inc.
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
Spectrum
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Stirparo's office located?
Dr. Joseph Stirparo's Primary Practice
1240 S Cedar Crest Blvd Ste 308
Allentown, PA 18103
Dr. Joseph Stirparo's Practice 2
2649 Schoenersville Rd Ste 202
Bethlehem, PA 18017
(484) 884-1007
Dr. Joseph Stirparo's Practice 3
500 Plaza Ct Ste B
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
(570) 426-2301
What is Dr. Stirparo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Stirparo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497961270.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Stirparo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Stirparo
What is Dr. Joseph Stirparo's specialty?
Dr. Stirparo is a Critical Care Surgeon near Allentown, PA. A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Stirparo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joseph Stirparo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Stirparo is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest 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 Joseph Stirparo accepting new patients in Allentown, PA?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Stirparo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Stirparo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Stirparo's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Stirparo?
Please contact Dr. Stirparo's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Stirparo have?
Dr. Joseph Stirparo is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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