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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Caruso, Diagnostic Radiologist in Wheeling, WV?
Dr. Vincent Caruso, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Wheeling, WV with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Caruso graduated from University Of Colorado School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, Vascular & Interventional Radiology; Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, Diagnostic Radiology; West Virginia Univ Hosps, Internal Medicine. Dr. Caruso is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Caruso’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Caruso’s office at (304) 243-3004.
Where did Dr. Caruso go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, Vascular & Interventional Radiology; Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, Diagnostic Radiology; West Virginia Univ Hosps, Internal Medicine | University of Colorado Program A
Medical School: Wv University School Of Medicine Morgantown | University Of Colorado School Of Medicine | West Virginia University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Caruso board certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Vincent Caruso, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Caruso speak?
Dr. Caruso and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Caruso typically treat?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Caruso 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. Caruso. 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.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
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:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Caruso typically perform?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Caruso 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. Caruso. 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.
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Liver Biopsy (Needle)
- Lung or Chest Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
- Percutaneous liver biopsy
- Needle liver sample
- Liver tissue biopsy
- Liver needle aspiration
- Percutaneous lung biopsy
- Mediastinum core needle biopsy
- Image-guided lung biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
- 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous
- 32408: Core needle biopsy, lung or mediastinum, percutaneous, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Fluid Removal from Lung Area with Imaging Guidance
- Thoracentesis
- Pleural Fluid Aspiration
- Lung Tap
- Fluid Drainage from Chest
CPT Codes:
- 32555: Thoracentesis, needle or catheter, aspiration of the pleural space; with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Exchange of Kidney Drainage Catheter
- Nephrostomy tube exchange
- Percutaneous nephrostomy catheter change
- Kidney drainage tube replacement
- Nephrostogram with catheter exchange
CPT Codes:
- 50435: Exchange nephrostomy catheter, percutaneous, including diagnostic nephrostogram and/or ureterogram when performed, imaging guidance (eg, ultrasound and/or fluoroscopy) and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation
Also known as:
- Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
- Biopsy
- Bone Marrow Tests
- Bone Marrow Exam
- Bone Marrow Sample Collection
- Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Caruso accept my insurance?
Dr. Caruso accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (304) 243-3004 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Caruso accept in Wheeling, WV?
Dr. Caruso in Wheeling, WV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
HealthRight Group
Highmark Health
Humana
Medicare
State of West Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Caruso's office located?
What is Dr. Caruso's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Caruso's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104893973.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Caruso?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Caruso
What is Dr. Vincent Caruso's specialty?
Dr. Caruso is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Wheeling, WV.
What does a Diagnostic Radiologist do?
A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions.
Is this Dr. Vincent Caruso affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Caruso is affiliated with Wvu Medicine Wheeling Hospital, Wvu Medicine Weirton Medical Center, Wvu Medicine Reynolds Memorial Hospital, Wvu Medicine Weirton Medical Center, Wvu Medicine J.w. Ruby Memorial Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Main Campus 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 Vincent Caruso accepting new patients in Wheeling, WV?
Yes, Dr. Vincent Caruso is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vincent Caruso offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Caruso's office at (304) 243-3004 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vincent Caruso?
Please contact Dr. Caruso's office at (304) 243-3004 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vincent Caruso have?
Dr. Vincent Caruso is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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