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Dr. Christopher Varacallo, DO
Du Bois, PA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Varacallo, Family Medicine Specialist in Du Bois, PA?
Dr. Christopher Varacallo, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Du Bois, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Varacallo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Varacallo’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Varacallo’s office.
What languages does Dr. Varacallo speak?
Dr. Varacallo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Varacallo treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Varacallo 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. Varacallo. 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:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
- Osteoarthritis of the left shoulder
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
- M19012: Primary osteoarthritis, left shoulder
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Other Lower Leg Tendon or Ligament Pain
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Lower Leg Enthesopathy
- Leg Tendon Pain
- Leg Ligament Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M76891: Other specified enthesopathies of right lower limb, excluding foot
- M76892: Other specified enthesopathies of left lower limb, excluding foot
Also known as:
- Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Myalgia
- Muscle Ache
- Muscle Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7918: Myalgia, other site
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Left Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
- Sore Left Shoulder
- Left Shoulder Ache
- Left Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
- M25512: Pain in left shoulder
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
- Chronic Low Back Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
- M5459: Other low back pain
Also known as:
- Tailbone Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Coccyx Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal Pain
- Tailbone Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Shoulder Lesion
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Shoulder Injury
- Shoulder Problem
- Shoulder Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7581: Other shoulder lesions, right shoulder
Also known as:
- Right Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
Also known as:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Right Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Right Wrist Nerve Compression
- Right Hand Numbness
- Right CTS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G5601: Carpal tunnel syndrome, right upper limb
What procedures does Dr. Varacallo perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Varacallo 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. Varacallo. 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:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Ultrasound-Guided Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
- Intermediate Joint Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Bursa Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
- 20606: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Also known as:
- Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
- Tendon sheath injection
- Ligament injection
- Plantar fascia injection
- Soft tissue injection for pain
CPT Codes:
- 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")
Also known as:
- Trigger Point Injection
- Tendon or Ligament Pain Injection
- Carpal Tunnel Injection
- Muscle Pain Injection
- Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
- Trigger Point Release Injection
- Tendon Injection
- Ligament Injection
- Soft Tissue Injection
- Pain Relief Injection (Tendon/Ligament)
- Corticosteroid injection for carpal tunnel
- Local anesthetic for carpal tunnel
- Wrist pain injection
- Carpal tunnel syndrome injection
CPT Codes:
- 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)
- 20551: Injection(s); single tendon origin/insertion
- 20526: Injection, therapeutic (eg, local anesthetic, corticosteroid), carpal tunnel
Also known as:
- Small Joint or Bursa Injection with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Joint Aspiration
- Finger Joint Injection
- Toe Joint Injection
- Bursa Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20604: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Also known as:
- Trigger Finger Release Surgery
- Tendon Sheath Incision
- Trigger Finger Tenolysis
- Finger Tendon Release
- Hand Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)
Also known as:
- Shoulder Arthrography Injection
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Shoulder MRI Injection
- Shoulder CT Injection
- Joint Injection for Imaging
- Contrast Injection for Shoulder Scan
CPT Codes:
- 23350: Injection procedure for shoulder arthrography or enhanced CT/MRI shoulder arthrography
Also known as:
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
CPT Codes:
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
Also known as:
- Hip Tendon Release
- Hip Tenotomy
- Hip Abductor Release
- Hip Extensor Release
CPT Codes:
- 27006: Tenotomy, abductors and/or extensor(s) of hip, open (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Shoulder Tendon Release Surgery
- Shoulder Tenotomy
- Multiple Tendon Release (Shoulder)
- Rotator Cuff Tendon Release
CPT Codes:
- 23406: Tenotomy, shoulder area; multiple tendons through same incision
Also known as:
- Nerve Destruction for Pain
- Genicular Nerve Block for Knee Pain
- Neurolytic nerve block
- Peripheral nerve ablation
- Nerve destruction procedure
- Knee Nerve Ablation
- Genicular Nerve Neurolysis
- Nerve Destruction for Knee Pain
CPT Codes:
- 64640: Destruction by neurolytic agent; other peripheral nerve or branch
- 64624: Destruction by neurolytic agent, genicular nerve branches including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Peripheral Nerve Stimulator Implantation
- Percutaneous Nerve Stimulator Placement
- Electrode Array Implantation (Peripheral Nerve)
- Nerve Pain Stimulator
CPT Codes:
- 64555: Percutaneous implantation of neurostimulator electrode array; peripheral nerve (excludes sacral nerve)
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. Varacallo accept my insurance?
Dr. Varacallo 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. Varacallo accept in Du Bois, PA?
Dr. Varacallo in Du Bois, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
Arch Coal
BCBS Unspecified
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Geisinger Health Plan
Health Partners Plans
Medicare
Meridian Health Plan
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Varacallo's office located?
What is Dr. Varacallo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Varacallo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821389768.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Varacallo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Varacallo
What is Dr. Christopher Varacallo's specialty?
Dr. Varacallo is a Family Medicine Specialist near Du Bois, PA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Varacallo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Varacallo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Varacallo is affiliated with Butler Memorial Hospital, Indiana Regional 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 Christopher Varacallo accepting new patients in Du Bois, PA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Varacallo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Varacallo offer online booking?
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