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Who is Dr. Paterno, Transplant Surgeon in Newark, NJ?
Dr. Flavio Paterno, MD is a Transplant Surgeon, who primarily practices in Newark, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Paterno graduated from University of Palermo. Dr. Paterno is fluent in English and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Paterno’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Paterno’s office.
Where did Dr. Paterno go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Palermo
What languages does Dr. Paterno speak?
Dr. Paterno and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
What conditions does Dr. Paterno treat?
As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Paterno 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. Paterno. 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:
- Enlarged Liver
- Liver Disease
- Other specified liver Disease
- Hepatomegaly
- Swollen liver
- Liver enlargement
- Hepatic illness
- Liver condition
- Uncommon liver conditions
- Rare liver diseases
- Specific liver disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- R160: Hepatomegaly, not elsewhere classified
- K769: Liver disease, unspecified
- K7689: Other specified diseases of liver
Also known as:
- Umbilical Hernia
- Incisional Hernia
- Ventral Hernia
- Hernia
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
- Post-surgical Hernia
- Surgical Incision Hernia
- Scar Hernia
- Abdominal Wall Hernia
- Epigastric Hernia
- Spigelian Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis
- End-stage alcoholic liver disease
- Severe alcoholic liver scarring
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites
Also known as:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
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:
- Liver Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
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:
- Non-cancerous Liver Growth
- Benign Tumor
- Liver Disease
- Benign liver tumor
- Liver neoplasm
- Non-malignant liver mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D134: Benign neoplasm of liver
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cyst
- Pancreatic Disease
- Cyst on Pancreas
- Pancreatic Pseudocyst
- Fluid Sac on Pancreas
ICD-10 Codes:
- K862: Cyst of pancreas
Which procedures does Dr. Paterno perform as a Transplant Surgeon?
As a Transplant Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Flavio Paterno may include:
- Intestinal and Multivisceral Transplant
- Kidney Transplant Consultation
- Kidney Transplant Follow Up
- Lung Transplant Consultation
- Lung Transplant Follow Up
- Organ Transplant
- Pancreas Transplant Consultation
- Pancreas Transplant Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Paterno's office.
Does Dr. Paterno accept my insurance?
Dr. Paterno 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. Paterno accept in Newark, NJ?
Dr. Paterno in Newark, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicaid
Medicare
OptumRx
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of New Jersey
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Paterno's office located?
What is Dr. Paterno's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Paterno's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760666507.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Paterno?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Paterno
What is Dr. Flavio Paterno's specialty?
Dr. Paterno is a Transplant Surgeon near Newark, NJ. 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. Paterno to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Flavio Paterno affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Paterno is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: University Hospital - Newark. 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 Flavio Paterno accepting new patients in Newark, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Flavio Paterno is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Flavio Paterno offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Paterno's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Flavio Paterno?
Please contact Dr. Paterno's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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