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15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cantafio, Transplant Surgeon in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Alex Cantafio, MD is a Transplant Surgeon, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Cantafio graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University. Dr. Cantafio is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cantafio’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cantafio’s office at (865) 305-9858.
Where did Dr. Cantafio go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University
Is Dr. Cantafio board certified in Transplant Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Alex Cantafio, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Cantafio speak?
Dr. Cantafio and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Cantafio treat?
As a Transplant Surgeon, Dr. Cantafio 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. Cantafio. 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:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
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:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Kidney Transplant Aftercare
- Kidney Transplantation
- Post-kidney transplant care
- Kidney transplant follow-up
- Renal transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
Also known as:
- Dialysis Dependence
- Dialysis
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Dialysis
- Renal Replacement Therapy
- On Dialysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis
Also known as:
- Other Specific Pancreatic Disease
- Pancreatic Disease
- Miscellaneous Pancreas Disorders
- Named Pancreatic Conditions
- Other Defined Pancreas Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8689: Other specified diseases of pancreas
Which procedures does Dr. Cantafio perform as a Transplant Surgeon?
As a Transplant Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Alex Cantafio 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. Cantafio's office.
Does Dr. Cantafio accept my insurance?
Dr. Cantafio accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (865) 305-9858 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cantafio accept in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Cantafio in Indianapolis, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
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Where is Dr. Cantafio's office located?
Dr. Alex Cantafio's Primary Practice
8240 Naab Rd Ste 155
Indianapolis, IN 46260
(865) 305-9858
Dr. Alex Cantafio's Practice 2
8402 Harcourt Rd Ste 500
Indianapolis, IN 46260
(317) 338-6701
What is Dr. Cantafio's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cantafio's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235184656.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cantafio?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cantafio
What is Dr. Alex Cantafio's specialty?
Dr. Cantafio is a Transplant Surgeon near Indianapolis, IN. 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. Cantafio to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alex Cantafio affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cantafio is affiliated with Ascension St. Vincent Women's Hospital 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
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Is Alex Cantafio accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?
Yes, Dr. Alex Cantafio is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alex Cantafio offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cantafio's office at (865) 305-9858 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alex Cantafio?
Please contact Dr. Cantafio's office at (865) 305-9858 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alex Cantafio have?
Dr. Alex Cantafio is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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