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Dr. Walter Rizzoni

Dr. Walter Rizzoni

Erie, PA

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    Who is Dr. Rizzoni, Thoracic Surgeon in Erie, PA?

    Dr. Walter Rizzoni is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Erie, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery. Dr. Rizzoni graduated from Boston University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Carolinas Med Ctr, Thoracic Surgery; Carolinas Med Ctr, Vascular Surgery; Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery; Boston Univ Med Ctr/Univ Hp, General Surgery. Dr. Rizzoni is fluent in English and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rizzoni’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rizzoni’s office.

    Where did Dr. Rizzoni go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Carolinas Med Ctr, Thoracic Surgery; Carolinas Med Ctr, Vascular Surgery; Loma Linda Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery; Boston Univ Med Ctr/Univ Hp, General Surgery

    • Medical School: Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma | Boston University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Rizzoni board certified in Thoracic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Walter Rizzoni is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Thoracic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Rizzoni speak?

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

    • English

    • Italian

    What conditions does Dr. Rizzoni treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Rizzoni 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. Rizzoni. 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:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Aortic Aneurysm
    • Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
    • AAA
    • Aorta Bulge

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7143: Infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture
    • I7140: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Stenosis
    • Blocked Carotid Artery
    • Neck Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Narrowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries

    Also known as:

    • Right Carotid Artery Disease
    • Left Carotid Artery Disease
    • Carotid Artery Disease
    • Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
    • Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
    • Right Carotid Artery Blockage
    • Left Carotid Artery Stenosis
    • Narrowed Left Carotid Artery
    • Left Carotid Artery Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery
    • I6522: Occlusion and stenosis of left carotid artery

    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:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    Also known as:

    • Having Other Vascular Implants or Grafts
    • Blood vessel graft
    • Vascular stent
    • Artery implant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z95828: Presence of other vascular implants and grafts

    Also known as:

    • Narrowing of other blood vessel devices
    • Other vascular device blockage
    • Blood vessel implant narrowing
    • Vascular graft stenosis
    • Prosthetic vascular device blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T82858A: Stenosis of other vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter

    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:

    • Abdominal Aorta Blood Clot
    • Abdominal Aortic Embolism
    • Abdominal Aortic Thrombosis
    • Blocked Abdominal Aorta

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7409: Other arterial embolism and thrombosis of abdominal aorta

    Also known as:

    • Narrowing of Artery
    • Artery Stricture
    • Blocked Artery
    • Arterial Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I771: Stricture of artery

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease
    • PAD from Diabetes
    • Circulation Problems from Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1151: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy without gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Blood Clot in Blood Vessel Device
    • Blood Clots
    • Vascular device thrombosis
    • Clot in vascular implant
    • Blood vessel graft blood clot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T82868A: Thrombosis due to vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Other problems with blood vessel devices
    • Vascular device complications
    • Blood vessel implant issues
    • Prosthetic vascular device problems
    • Vascular graft complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T82898A: Other specified complication of vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Varicose Veins
    • Spider Veins
    • Venous Insufficiency
    • Chronic Venous Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I83891: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with other complications

    Does Dr. Rizzoni accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rizzoni 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. Rizzoni accept in Erie, PA?

    Dr. Rizzoni in Erie, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Independent Health

    • Medicare

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Univera Healthcare

    • UPMC Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Rizzoni's office located?

    Dr. Walter Rizzoni's Primary Practice

    120 E 2nd St Fl 4

    Erie, PA 16507

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    Dr. Walter Rizzoni's Practice 2

    320 Main St

    Johnstown, PA 15901

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    Dr. Walter Rizzoni's Practice 3

    620 Howard Ave

    Altoona, PA 16601

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

    Dr. Rizzoni's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942245386.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rizzoni?

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

    What is Dr. Walter Rizzoni's specialty?

    Dr. Rizzoni is a Thoracic Surgeon near Erie, PA. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Rizzoni to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Walter Rizzoni affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Rizzoni is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Upmc Hamot, Olean General Hospital, Warren General Hospital, Brooks - Tlc Hospital System. 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

    Where can I learn more about Thoracic Surgeon?

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    Is Walter Rizzoni accepting new patients in Erie, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Walter Rizzoni is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Walter Rizzoni offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rizzoni's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Walter Rizzoni?

    Please contact Dr. Rizzoni's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Walter Rizzoni have?

    Dr. Walter Rizzoni is certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery.

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