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Who is Dr. Paniccia, Surgical Oncologist in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Alessandro Paniccia is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Paniccia is fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Paniccia’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Paniccia’s office.
What languages does Dr. Paniccia speak?
Dr. Paniccia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Paniccia treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Paniccia 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. Paniccia. 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:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
- Cancer of the pancreas
- Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
- C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
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 Growth of Unknown Type
- Digestive Disease
- Digestive tract tumor of unknown nature
- GI growth of unknown type
- Indeterminate digestive mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D490: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of digestive system
Also known as:
- Other Specific Pancreatic Disease
- Pancreatic Cyst
- Pancreatic Disease
- Miscellaneous Pancreas Disorders
- Named Pancreatic Conditions
- Other Defined Pancreas Problems
- Cyst on Pancreas
- Pancreatic Pseudocyst
- Fluid Sac on Pancreas
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8689: Other specified diseases of pancreas
- K862: Cyst of pancreas
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:
- Other non-cancerous neuroendocrine Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Other benign neuroendocrine growths
- Various non-cancerous hormone-producing tumors
ICD-10 Codes:
- D3A8: Other benign neuroendocrine tumors
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:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
Also known as:
- Understanding Test Results
- Test results explanation
- Medical findings review
- Diagnostic interpretation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings
Also known as:
- Protein-Calorie Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Protein-energy malnutrition
- General malnutrition
ICD-10 Codes:
- E46: Unspecified protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Ampullary Cancer
- Bile Duct Cancer
- Cancer of the ampulla of Vater
- Malignant neoplasm of ampulla of Vater
- Ampulla of Vater carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C241: Malignant neoplasm of ampulla of Vater
Which procedures does Dr. Paniccia perform as a Surgical Oncologist?
As a Surgical Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alessandro Paniccia 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. Paniccia's office.
Does Dr. Paniccia accept my insurance?
Dr. Paniccia 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. Paniccia accept in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Paniccia in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
COEHA
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Paniccia's office located?
What is Dr. Paniccia's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Paniccia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255644480.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Paniccia?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Paniccia
What is Dr. Alessandro Paniccia's specialty?
Dr. Paniccia is a Surgical Oncologist near Pittsburgh, PA. 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. Paniccia to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alessandro Paniccia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Paniccia is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Upmc Presbyterian, Upmc Magee - Womens Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Alessandro Paniccia accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?
Yes, Dr. Alessandro Paniccia is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alessandro Paniccia offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Paniccia's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alessandro Paniccia?
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