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Dr. Barry Pernikoff, MD

Plains, PA

37 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pernikoff, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Plains, PA?

    Dr. Barry Pernikoff, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Plains, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery and American Board of Surgery. Dr. Pernikoff graduated from Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine and completed his residency at Muhlenberg Reg Med Ctr, Colon And Rectal Surgery; U Hosp-Suny Hlth S C-Bklyn, General Surgery; Kings County Hosp Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Pernikoff is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pernikoff’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pernikoff’s office at (570) 821-1100.

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

    • Residency: Muhlenberg Reg Med Ctr, Colon And Rectal Surgery; U Hosp-Suny Hlth S C-Bklyn, General Surgery; Kings County Hosp Ctr, General Surgery | SUNY Downstate/Kings Co Hospital | MUHLENBERG REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

    • Medical School: Pa State Univ Coll Of Med- Hershey Pa | Pennsylvania State Univ College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Pernikoff board certified in Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?

    Yes, Dr. Barry Pernikoff, MD is board certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery , American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Pernikoff speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Pernikoff treat?

    As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Pernikoff 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. Pernikoff. 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:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of rectum
    • Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
    • Colon Cancer
    • Rectal Cancer
    • Bowel Cancer
    • Colorectal Carcinoma
    • Malignant neoplasm of cecum

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
    • C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
    • C19: Malignant neoplasm of rectosigmoid junction
    • C180: Malignant neoplasm of cecum

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • History of Other Digestive System Disease
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Digestive Disease
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation
    • Past GI Disorder
    • Previous Digestive Problem
    • History of Gastrointestinal Illness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
    • Z8719: Personal history of other diseases of the digestive system

    Also known as:

    • Ventral Hernia
    • Incisional Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Abdominal Wall Hernia
    • Epigastric Hernia
    • Spigelian Hernia
    • Post-surgical Hernia
    • Surgical Incision Hernia
    • Scar Hernia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Crohn's Disease
    • Crohn's Disease of the Large Intestine
    • Crohn’s Disease
    • Regional Enteritis
    • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
    • Terminal Ileitis
    • Large Bowel Crohn's
    • Crohn's Colitis', 'Colonic Crohn's Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5090: Crohn's disease, unspecified, without complications
    • K5010: Crohn's disease of large intestine without complications

    Also known as:

    • Large Intestine Diverticulitis
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Inflamed Colon Diverticula
    • Colon Diverticular Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5732: Diverticulitis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    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:

    • Family History of Digestive Organ Cancer
    • Cancer
    • Family History
    • Genetic risk for gastrointestinal cancer
    • Family history of GI cancer
    • Hereditary digestive cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z800: Family history of malignant neoplasm of digestive organs

    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:

    • Large Intestine Diverticulosis
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Diverticular Disease
    • Colon Diverticula
    • Pockets in the Colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    Which procedures does Dr. Pernikoff perform as a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?

    As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), procedures performed by a Dr. Barry Pernikoff may include:

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    Does Dr. Pernikoff accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pernikoff accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 821-1100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pernikoff accept in Plains, PA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Geisinger Health Plan

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Trustmark Insurance Company

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Pernikoff's office located?

    Dr. Barry Pernikoff's Primary Practice

    200 S River St

    Plains, PA 18705

    (570) 821-1100

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    Dr. Barry Pernikoff's Practice 2

    4 E Main St

    Nanticoke, PA 18634

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    Dr. Barry Pernikoff's Practice 3

    575 N River St

    Wilkes Barre, PA 18702

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

    Dr. Pernikoff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609844646.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pernikoff?

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

    What is Dr. Barry Pernikoff's specialty?

    Dr. Pernikoff is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Plains, PA. A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders. Contact Dr. Pernikoff to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Barry Pernikoff affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pernikoff is affiliated with Wilkes-Barre General Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?

    Explore Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Barry Pernikoff accepting new patients in Plains, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Barry Pernikoff is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Barry Pernikoff offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pernikoff's office at (570) 821-1100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Barry Pernikoff?

    Please contact Dr. Pernikoff's office at (570) 821-1100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Barry Pernikoff have?

    Dr. Barry Pernikoff is certified by the American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery and American Board of Surgery.

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