Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Georgiades, Surgeon in Monroeville, PA?
Dr. Athan Georgiades, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Monroeville, PA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Georgiades graduated from University of Athens / College of Medicine / School of Health Science National & Kapodistrian and completed his residency at Western Pennsylvania Hosp, General Surgery; Western Pennsylvania Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Georgiades is fluent in English and Greek, Modern (1453-), and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Georgiades’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Georgiades’s office at (412) 683-2267.
Where did Dr. Georgiades go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Western Pennsylvania Hosp, General Surgery; Western Pennsylvania Hosp, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology | PCOM/Pennsylvania Hospital Program
Medical School: University of Athens / College of Medicine / School of Health Science National & Kapodistrian | University of Athens / College of Medicine / School of Health Science National & Kapodistrian | University of Athens School of Health Sciences
Is Dr. Georgiades board certified in Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Athan Georgiades, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Georgiades speak?
Dr. Georgiades and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Greek, Modern (1453-)
What conditions does Dr. Georgiades treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Georgiades 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. Georgiades. 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:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Ventral Hernia with Bowel Blockage
- Ventral Hernia
- Incisional Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Abdominal Wall Hernia with Obstruction
- Incisional Hernia with Blockage
- Abdominal Wall Hernia
- Epigastric Hernia
- Spigelian Hernia
- Post-surgical Hernia
- Surgical Incision Hernia
- Scar Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K436: Other and unspecified ventral hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
- K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
What procedures does Dr. Georgiades perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Georgiades 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. Georgiades. 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:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
- 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography
Also known as:
- Emergency Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Incarcerated Hernia Repair
- Strangulated Hernia Surgery
- Ventral Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Umbilical Hernia Repair
CPT Codes:
- 49594: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, incarcerated or strangulated
Also known as:
- Emergency Groin Hernia Repair
- Large Abdominal Hernia Repair (Incarcerated/Strangulated)
- Recurrent Abdominal Hernia Repair (3-10 cm, Trapped or Strangled)
- Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
- Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
- Hernia Mesh Implantation
- Inguinal Hernia Surgery
- Strangulated Hernia Repair
- Incarcerated Hernia Surgery
- Emergency Abdominal Hernia Surgery
- Incarcerated Hernia Repair
- Complex Ventral Hernia Repair
- Recurrent ventral hernia repair
- Incisional hernia repair with mesh
- Strangulated hernia surgery
- Epigastric hernia repair
- Ventral Hernia Repair
- Umbilical Hernia Repair
- Incisional Hernia Repair
- Epigastric Hernia Surgery
- Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Ventral Hernia Surgery
- Incisional Hernia Surgery
- Reducible Hernia Repair
- Groin Hernia Surgery
- Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
- First Inguinal Hernia Fix
- Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
- Hernia Prosthesis Placement
- Incisional Hernia Mesh
- Ventral Hernia Mesh
- Soft Tissue Infection Mesh
CPT Codes:
- 49507: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; incarcerated or strangulated
- 49596: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); greater than 10 cm, incarcerated or strangulated
- 49616: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), recurrent, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, incarcerated or strangulated
- 49593: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, reducible
- 49560: Repair initial incisional or ventral hernia; reducible
- 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
- 49568: Implantation of mesh or other prosthesis for open incisional or ventral hernia repair or mesh for closure of debridement for necrotizing soft tissue infection (List separately in addition to code for the incisional or ventral hernia repair)
Also known as:
- Small Intestine Protection in Pelvis
- Small Intestine Exclusion from Pelvis
- Pelvic Floor Reconstruction (Bowel)
- Bowel Repositioning Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 44700: Exclusion of small intestine from pelvis by mesh or other prosthesis, or native tissue (eg, bladder or omentum)
Also known as:
- Partial Colon Removal with Reconnection
- Partial Colon Removal with Rectum Connection
- Partial Colectomy with Colostomy (Hartmann's Procedure)
- Splenic Flexure Mobilization during Colon Surgery
- Partial Colectomy with Anastomosis
- Bowel Resection (Partial Colon)
- Colon Segment Removal
- Colon Surgery with Reattachment
- Partial Colectomy
- Low Pelvic Anastomosis
- Colon Resection with Coloproctostomy
- Hartmann's Procedure
- Colon Resection with Colostomy
- Bowel Surgery with Stoma
- Splenic Flexure Take-down
- Colon Flexure Mobilization
- Colon Resection Add-on Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 44140: Colectomy, partial; with anastomosis
- 44145: Colectomy, partial; with coloproctostomy (low pelvic anastomosis)
- 44143: Colectomy, partial; with end colostomy and closure of distal segment (Hartmann type procedure)
- 44139: Mobilization (take-down) of splenic flexure performed in conjunction with partial colectomy (List separately in addition to primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Stapled Hemorrhoid Removal
- Hemorrhoidopexy
- PPH Procedure
- Stapled Hemorrhoidectomy
CPT Codes:
- 46947: Hemorrhoidopexy (eg, for prolapsing internal hemorrhoids) by stapling
Also known as:
- Small Intestine Resection
- Closing Intestine Opening with Colon and Rectum Reconnection
- Enterectomy
- Bowel resection
- Small bowel removal
- Intestinal surgery
- Enterostomy Closure with Anastomosis', 'Hartmann's Procedure Reversal
- Colostomy Reversal with Resection
CPT Codes:
- 44120: Enterectomy, resection of small intestine; single resection and anastomosis
- 44626: Closure of enterostomy, large or small intestine; with resection and colorectal anastomosis (eg, closure of Hartmann type procedure)
Also known as:
- Appendectomy (During Other Surgery)
- Appendix Removal
- Incidental Appendectomy
- Appendectomy with another procedure
CPT Codes:
- 44955: Appendectomy; when done for indicated purpose at time of other major procedure (not as separate procedure) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Removal of Anal Lesions (Electrocautery)
- Anal Wart Removal (Electrocautery)
- Electrosurgical Destruction of Anal Lesions
- Anus Lesion Excision
- Electrodessication of Anal Condyloma
CPT Codes:
- 46910: Destruction of lesion(s), anus (eg, condyloma, papilloma, molluscum contagiosum, herpetic vesicle), simple; electrodesiccation
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Appendectomy
- Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
- Keyhole Appendectomy
- Scope Appendectomy
CPT Codes:
- 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy
Also known as:
- Open Drainage of Abdominal Abscess
- Peritoneal Abscess Drainage
- Abdominal Infection Drainage
- Open Peritonitis Drainage
CPT Codes:
- 49020: Drainage of peritoneal abscess or localized peritonitis, exclusive of appendiceal abscess, open
Also known as:
- Partial Colon Removal with Small Intestine Connection
- Partial Colectomy with Ileocolostomy
- Ileocecal Resection
- Bowel Resection with Reconnection
CPT Codes:
- 44160: Colectomy, partial, with removal of terminal ileum with ileocolostomy
Also known as:
- Complex Abdominal Hernia Repair (Recurrent, Large, or Trapped)
- Recurrent Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Incarcerated Hernia Repair
- Strangulated Hernia Repair
- Large Ventral Hernia Repair with Mesh
CPT Codes:
- 49618: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), recurrent, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); greater than 10 cm, incarcerated or strangulated
Also known as:
- Small Intestine Perforation Repair
- Enterorrhaphy
- Small Bowel Suture
- Intestinal Ulcer Repair
- Diverticulum Repair
CPT Codes:
- 44602: Suture of small intestine (enterorrhaphy) for perforated ulcer, diverticulum, wound, injury or rupture; single perforation
Also known as:
- Removal of Anal Skin Tags
- Anal Papillae Excision
- Perianal Skin Tag Removal
- Anorectal Tag Excision
CPT Codes:
- 46230: Excision of multiple external papillae or tags, anus
Also known as:
- Anal Skin Tag Removal
- Anal Papilla Excision
- Perianal Skin Tag Removal
- Anal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 46220: Excision of single external papilla or tag, anus
Also known as:
- Gallbladder Removal
- Cholecystectomy
- Gallbladder Surgery
- Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
CPT Codes:
- 47600: Cholecystectomy;
Also known as:
- Additional Small Intestine Removal and Reconnection
- Small Bowel Resection
- Intestinal Anastomosis
- Enterectomy (Additional)
CPT Codes:
- 44121: Enterectomy, resection of small intestine; each additional resection and anastomosis (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Muscle or Skin Flap Surgery (Trunk)
- Myocutaneous Flap (Body)
- Fasciocutaneous Flap (Trunk)
- Tissue Flap Reconstruction (Torso)
CPT Codes:
- 15734: Muscle, myocutaneous, or fasciocutaneous flap; trunk
Also known as:
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Skin Replacement
- Bioengineered Skin Application
CPT Codes:
- 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
Also known as:
- Complicated Pilonidal Cyst Removal
- Pilonidal Sinus Excision
- Surgery for Pilonidal Cyst
- Complex Pilonidal Cystectomy
- Tailbone Cyst Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11772: Excision of pilonidal cyst or sinus; complicated
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery (Trunk)
- Adjacent tissue transfer
- Local flap surgery
- Skin rearrangement
CPT Codes:
- 14000: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, trunk; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Skin Biopsy (Punch)
- Skin Biopsy
- Punch Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
- Dermal Punch Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion
Also known as:
- Large Soft Tissue Tumor Removal (Back/Flank)
- Large Soft Tissue Tumor Removal (Neck/Chest)
- Small Tumor Removal from Abdominal Wall
- Soft Tissue Tumor Excision
- Back Tumor Removal
- Flank Tumor Surgery
- Intramuscular Tumor Excision
- Neck soft tissue tumor removal
- Chest wall tumor excision
- Subfascial tumor removal
- Large intramuscular tumor surgery
- Abdominal Wall Tumor Excision
- Subcutaneous Tumor Removal
- Abdominal Lump Removal
CPT Codes:
- 21933: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of back or flank, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); 5 cm or greater
- 21554: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of neck or anterior thorax, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); 5 cm or greater
- 22902: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of abdominal wall, subcutaneous; less than 3 cm
Also known as:
- Removal of Large Neck or Chest Tumor
- Small Soft Tissue Tumor Removal (Back/Flank)
- Excision of subcutaneous tumor
- Neck mass removal
- Chest wall tumor surgery
- Back Lump Excision
- Flank Tumor Surgery
- Subcutaneous Mass Removal
CPT Codes:
- 21552: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of neck or anterior thorax, subcutaneous; 3 cm or greater
- 21930: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of back or flank, subcutaneous; less than 3 cm
Also known as:
- Sinus Tract Injection for Imaging
- Diagnostic sinus tract injection
- Sinus tract imaging
- Sinus X-ray with dye
- Sinogram
CPT Codes:
- 20501: Injection of sinus tract; diagnostic (sinogram)
Also known as:
- Small Soft Tissue Tumor Removal (Back/Flank)
- Soft Tissue Tumor Excision
- Back Tumor Removal
- Flank Tumor Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 21932: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of back or flank, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); less than 5 cm
Also known as:
- Temporary Bladder Catheter Insertion
- Foley catheter insertion
- Indwelling bladder catheter placement
- Urinary catheter insertion
CPT Codes:
- 51702: Insertion of temporary indwelling bladder catheter; simple (eg, Foley)
Also known as:
- Ureter Release for Retroperitoneal Fibrosis
- Ureterolysis
- Ureter Repositioning
- Release of Ureter from Scar Tissue
CPT Codes:
- 50715: Ureterolysis, with or without repositioning of ureter for retroperitoneal fibrosis
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Also known as:
- Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Excision
- Open Axillary Node Biopsy
- Underarm Lymph Node Removal
CPT Codes:
- 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)
Does Dr. Georgiades accept my insurance?
Dr. Georgiades accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 683-2267 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Georgiades accept in Monroeville, PA?
Dr. Georgiades in Monroeville, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Inc.
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
MedImpact
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Georgiades' office located?
Dr. Athan Georgiades' Primary Practice
4318 Northern Pike Ste 101
Monroeville, PA 15146
(412) 683-2267
What is Dr. Georgiades's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Georgiades's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972518363.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Georgiades?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Georgiades
What is Dr. Athan Georgiades's specialty?
Dr. Georgiades is a Surgeon near Monroeville, PA. 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. Georgiades to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Athan Georgiades affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Georgiades is affiliated with Independence Health Westmoreland Hospital, UPMC Washington 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 Athan Georgiades accepting new patients in Monroeville, PA?
Yes, Dr. Athan Georgiades is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Athan Georgiades offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Georgiades's office at (412) 683-2267 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Athan Georgiades?
Please contact Dr. Georgiades's office at (412) 683-2267 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Athan Georgiades have?
Dr. Athan Georgiades is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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