15 Years of Experience
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 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. 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 as a 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 a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Cantafio typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
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
What procedures does a Transplant Surgeon like Dr. Cantafio typically perform?
As a Transplant Surgeon, procedures performed by 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
Please contact Dr. Cantafio's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
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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
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.
What does a Transplant Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Alex Cantafio affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cantafio is affiliated with Multicare Tacoma General Hospital, Ascension St. Vincent Women's 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
When to see a Transplant Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Transplant Surgeon. Explore 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 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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