28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Caldeira, Thoracic Surgeon in Saint Petersburg, FL?
Dr. Christiano Caldeira, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Saint Petersburg, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Caldeira graduated from Kazan Federal University Institute of Fundamental Medicine and Biology and completed his residency at University of Hawaii Program. Dr. Caldeira is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Caldeira’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Caldeira’s office.
Where did Dr. Caldeira go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Cardiac and Lung Transplantation and Ventricular Assist Device - Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland, OH
Residency: University of Hawaii Program
Medical School: Kazan Federal University Institute of Fundamental Medicine and Biology
Is Dr. Caldeira board certified as a Thoracic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Christiano Caldeira, MD is board certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Caldeira speak?
Dr. Caldeira and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Caldeira treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Caldeira 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. Caldeira. 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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Unstable Angina
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Unstable Chest Pain
- Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris
- I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Leaky aortic valve
- Aortic regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Ischemic Cardiomyopathy
- Dilated Cardiomyopathy
- Other Cardiomyopathies
- Cardiomyopathy
- Familial dilated cardiomyopathy
- X-linked dilated cardiomyopathy
- Heart Muscle Disease from Blocked Arteries
- Ischemic Heart Muscle Weakness
- Enlarged heart muscle
- DCM
- Uncommon heart muscle diseases
- Rare cardiomyopathy types
ICD-10 Codes:
- I255: Ischemic cardiomyopathy
- I420: Dilated cardiomyopathy
- I428: Other cardiomyopathies
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG
- Heart Bypass Graft
- Bypass Surgery Graft
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z951: Presence of aortocoronary bypass graft
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Bulging Ascending Aorta
- Weakened Ascending Aorta
- Ascending Aorta Dilation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture
Also known as:
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Fluid Around the Heart
- Pericardial Disorder
- Pericardial Effusion
- Fluid in Pericardium
ICD-10 Codes:
- I3139: Other pericardial effusion (noninflammatory)
Also known as:
- Cardiogenic Shock
- Shock
- Heart-related shock
- Cardiac shock
- Circulatory collapse from heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R570: Cardiogenic shock
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Right Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Right Carotid Artery Stenosis
- Narrowed Right Carotid Artery
- Right Carotid Artery Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6521: Occlusion and stenosis of right carotid artery
Also known as:
- Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Artificial heart valve
- Mechanical heart valve
- Bioprosthetic valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve
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:
- Abnormal Coronary Arteries
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Coronary Artery Malformation
- Congenital Coronary Artery Anomaly
- Birth Defect of Heart Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q245: Malformation of coronary vessels
What procedures does Dr. Caldeira perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Caldeira performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Caldeira. 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:
- Endoscopic Vein Harvest for Bypass
- Endoscopy
- Video-Assisted Vein Harvest
- Minimally Invasive Vein Removal
- Endoscopic Saphenous Vein Harvest
- Vein Harvesting for CABG
CPT Codes:
- 33508: Endoscopy, surgical, including video-assisted harvest of vein(s) for coronary artery bypass procedure (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- Heart bypass surgery
- CABG surgery
- Arterial bypass graft
CPT Codes:
- 33533: Coronary artery bypass, using arterial graft(s); single arterial graft
Also known as:
- Open Aortic Valve Replacement (Prosthetic Valve)
- Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement
- Open Heart Aortic Valve Surgery
- Prosthetic Aortic Valve Implantation
CPT Codes:
- 33405: Replacement, aortic valve, open, with cardiopulmonary bypass; with prosthetic valve other than homograft or stentless valve
Does Dr. Caldeira accept my insurance?
Dr. Caldeira 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. Caldeira accept in Saint Petersburg, FL?
Dr. Caldeira in Saint Petersburg, FL 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
CareCentrix
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Century Healthcare
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Freedom Health
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Caldeira's office located?
Dr. Christiano Caldeira's Practice 2
1345 West Bay Dr Ste 301
Largo, FL 33770
(727) 587-7111
Dr. Christiano Caldeira's Practice 3
5 Tampa General Cir Ste 820
University of Tampa, FL 33606
Recognitions
Awards
Florida Super Doctors 2009 - Gulf Coast Edition
What is Dr. Caldeira's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Caldeira's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396748596.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Caldeira?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Caldeira
What is Dr. Christiano Caldeira's specialty?
Dr. Caldeira is a Thoracic Surgeon near Saint Petersburg, FL. 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. Caldeira to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christiano Caldeira affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Caldeira is affiliated with HCA Florida Brandon Hospital, HCA Florida Blake Hospital, HCA Florida South Tampa Hospital, HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital, HCA Florida Oak Hill 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
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Is Christiano Caldeira accepting new patients in Saint Petersburg, FL?
Yes, Dr. Christiano Caldeira is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christiano Caldeira offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Caldeira's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christiano Caldeira?
Please contact Dr. Caldeira's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christiano Caldeira have?
Dr. Christiano Caldeira is certified by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
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