17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chandolias, Transplant Surgeon in Phila, PA?
Dr. Nikolaos Chandolias, MD is a Transplant Surgeon, who primarily practices in Phila, PA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Chandolias completed his residency at Albany Medical College. Dr. Chandolias is fluent in English and Greek, Modern (1453-), and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chandolias’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chandolias’s office at (215) 456-4985.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Chandolias?
Dr. Nikolaos Chandolias, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Transplant Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Chandolias empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Abdominal Transplant Surgery, Transplant Surgery, Transplant-Kidney, Transplant-Pancreas & Liver, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Phila/PA community, Dr. Chandolias is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Chandolias go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Minnesota-Minneapolis
Residency: Albany Medical College | General Hospital of Kefalonia | Brown University
Medical School: University Athens-Faculty Medical, School Of Health & Science
Is Dr. Chandolias board certified as a Transplant Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Nikolaos Chandolias, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery since 2014
What languages does Dr. Chandolias speak?
Dr. Chandolias and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Greek, Modern (1453-)
What conditions does Dr. Chandolias treat?
As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Chandolias 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. Chandolias. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Liver Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Other Kidney Transplant Complication
- Kidney Transplantation
- Renal Transplant Problem
- Kidney Graft Issue
- Post-Kidney Transplant Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8619: Other complication of kidney transplant
What procedures does Dr. Chandolias perform?
As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Chandolias 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. Chandolias. 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:
- Arteriovenous Fistula Creation
- AV Fistula Surgery
- Cimino Fistula
- Vascular Access for Dialysis
CPT Codes:
- 36821: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; direct, any site (eg, Cimino type) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Creation of AV Fistula with Graft for Dialysis
- Arteriovenous Fistula Creation (Graft)
- Dialysis Access Graft
- Non-Autogenous AV Fistula
- Synthetic Graft for Dialysis
CPT Codes:
- 36830: Creation of arteriovenous fistula by other than direct arteriovenous anastomosis (separate procedure); nonautogenous graft (eg, biological collagen, thermoplastic graft)
Also known as:
- AV Fistula Creation with Patient's Own Tissue
- Autogenous AV Fistula
- Dialysis Fistula Surgery
- Arteriovenous Graft
- Vascular Access for Dialysis
CPT Codes:
- 36825: Creation of arteriovenous fistula by other than direct arteriovenous anastomosis (separate procedure); autogenous graft
Also known as:
- Revision of Arteriovenous (AV) Fistula
- AV fistula repair
- Dialysis graft revision
- Open AV fistula revision
CPT Codes:
- 36832: Revision, open, arteriovenous fistula; without thrombectomy, autogenous or nonautogenous dialysis graft (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Chandolias accept my insurance?
Dr. Chandolias accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 456-4985 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chandolias accept in Phila, PA?
Dr. Chandolias in Phila, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Baylor Scott & White Health
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Independent Health
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Chandolias' office located?
Dr. Nikolaos Chandolias' Primary Practice
5501 Old York Rd
Phila, PA 19141
(215) 456-4985
Dr. Nikolaos Chandolias' Practice 2
609 W Germantown Pike Ste 140
East Norriton, PA 19403
(215) 456-6933
What is Dr. Chandolias's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chandolias's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164622031.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chandolias?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chandolias
What is Dr. Nikolaos Chandolias's specialty?
Dr. Chandolias is a Transplant Surgeon near Phila, PA. A transplant surgeon specializes in replacing damaged body organs with healthy ones from donors. They are responsible to oversee the entire process, including evaluating recipients, selecting donor organs, performing surgeries, and managing postoperative care to ensure successful recovery of a patient. Contact Dr. Chandolias to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nikolaos Chandolias affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chandolias is affiliated with Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital 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 Nikolaos Chandolias accepting new patients in Phila, PA?
Yes, Dr. Nikolaos Chandolias is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nikolaos Chandolias offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chandolias's office at (215) 456-4985 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nikolaos Chandolias?
Please contact Dr. Chandolias's office at (215) 456-4985 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nikolaos Chandolias have?
Dr. Nikolaos Chandolias is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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