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Dr. Alexander Di Stante, MD

Salinas, CA

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    Who is Dr. Di Stante, Surgeon in Salinas, CA?

    Dr. Alexander Di Stante, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Salinas, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Di Stante graduated from Ponce School of Medicine and Health Sciences and completed his residency at POLYCLINIC MEDICAL CENTER. Dr. Di Stante is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Di Stante’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Di Stante’s office at (831) 755-4111.

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

    • Residency: POLYCLINIC MEDICAL CENTER

    • Medical School: Ponce School of Medicine and Health Sciences

    What languages does Dr. Di Stante speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Di Stante treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Di Stante 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. Di Stante. 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:

    • Obesity
    • Severe Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity
    • Other Types of Obesity
    • Class 2 Obesity
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    • Body Weight
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • BMI Class 3 Obesity
    • Unspecified Obesity
    • Obesity Not Due to Excess Calories
    • Secondary Obesity
    • High Body Mass Index
    • Significant Obesity
    • Severe Obesity (Class 2)
    • BMI Class 2 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified
    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
    • E66813: Obesity, class 3
    • E668: Other obesity
    • Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
    • E66812: Obesity, class 2

    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:

    • Umbilical Hernia
    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Belly Button Hernia
    • Navel Hernia
    • Umbilical Rupture
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones in Gallbladder and Bile Duct
    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis and Choledocholithiasis
    • Stones in Gallbladder and Bile Duct
    • Combined Gallstone Disease
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8070: Calculus of gallbladder and bile duct without cholecystitis without obstruction
    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    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:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Strawberry Gallbladder
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation
    • Gallbladder Cholesterolosis
    • Cholesterol Polyps in Gallbladder
    • Cholesterol Deposits in Gallbladder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
    • K824: Cholesterolosis of gallbladder

    Also known as:

    • Bariatric Surgery Status
    • Weight Loss Surgery
    • Weight-loss (Metabolic & Bariatric) Surgery
    • Weight Loss Surgery History
    • Gastric Bypass Status
    • Sleeve Gastrectomy Status

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9884: Bariatric surgery status

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Malabsorption After Surgery
    • After Surgery
    • Malabsorption Syndromes
    • Postoperative Malabsorption
    • Nutrient Absorption Issues After Surgery
    • Surgical Malabsorption

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K912: Postsurgical malabsorption, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Bile Duct Stones
    • Gallstones
    • Choledocholithiasis
    • Biliary duct calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Right Upper Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • RUQ pain
    • Pain in upper right stomach
    • Right upper belly pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1011: Right upper quadrant pain

    Which procedures does Dr. Di Stante perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Alexander Di Stante may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Di Stante's office.

    Does Dr. Di Stante accept my insurance?

    Dr. Di Stante accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 755-4111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Di Stante accept in Salinas, CA?

    Dr. Di Stante in Salinas, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Territories

    • All Other Third Party

    • Central California Alliance for Health

    • Cigna

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

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    Where is Dr. Di Stante's office located?

    Dr. Alexander Di Stante's Primary Practice

    1441 Constitution Blvd

    Salinas, CA 93906

    (831) 755-4111

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    Dr. Alexander Di Stante's Practice 2

    1615 Bunker Hill Way Ste 100

    Salinas, CA 93906

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    Dr. Alexander Di Stante's Practice 3

    1270 Natividad Rd # 146

    Salinas, CA 93906

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    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 2 reviews

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    Office Experience

    100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Attentiveness

    100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly

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    Appointment Booking

    100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment

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    Diagnosis

    100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition

    Patients give Dr. Alexander Di Stante an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Di Stante has been rated and reviewed by 2 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Di Stante, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Di Stante's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699711267.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Di Stante?

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

    What is Dr. Alexander Di Stante's specialty?

    Dr. Di Stante is a Surgeon near Salinas, CA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Di Stante to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Alexander Di Stante affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Di Stante is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Natividad Medical Center. 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 Alexander Di Stante accepting new patients in Salinas, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Di Stante is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexander Di Stante offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Di Stante's office at (831) 755-4111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alexander Di Stante?

    Please contact Dr. Di Stante's office at (831) 755-4111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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