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Dr. Robert Tessler, MD

West Mifflin, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tessler, Surgeon in West Mifflin, PA?

    Dr. Robert Tessler, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in West Mifflin, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Tessler is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tessler’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tessler’s office at (510) 437-4965.

    What languages does Dr. Tessler speak?

    Dr. Tessler and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Tessler treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Tessler 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. Tessler. 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:

    • 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:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of rectum

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum

    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

    What procedures does Dr. Tessler perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Tessler 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. Tessler. 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:

    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
    • Colon Polyp Removal
    • Colorectal Lesion Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique

    Does Dr. Tessler accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tessler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 437-4965 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tessler accept in West Mifflin, PA?

    Dr. Tessler in West Mifflin, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • HealthComp

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • UPMC Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Tessler's office located?

    Dr. Robert Tessler's Primary Practice

    275 Clairton Blvd

    West Mifflin, PA 15236

    (510) 437-4965

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    Dr. Robert Tessler's Practice 2

    300 Halket St

    Pittsburgh, PA 15213

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    Dr. Robert Tessler's Practice 3

    1000 Integrity Dr Ste 202

    Pittsburgh, PA 15235

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    What is Dr. Tessler's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Tessler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780028449.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tessler?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tessler

    What is Dr. Robert Tessler's specialty?

    Dr. Tessler is a Surgeon near West Mifflin, PA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Tessler to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Robert Tessler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tessler is affiliated with UPMC Passavant-McCandless 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

    Where can I learn more about Surgeon?

    Explore Surgeon with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Robert Tessler accepting new patients in West Mifflin, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Tessler is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Robert Tessler offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tessler's office at (510) 437-4965 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Robert Tessler?

    Please contact Dr. Tessler's office at (510) 437-4965 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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