Who is Dr. Difiore, Pediatric Surgeon in Charlotte, NC?
Dr. John Difiore, MD is a Pediatric Surgeon, who primarily practices in Charlotte, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Difiore completed his residency at Children'S Hosp, Pediatric Surgery-Surgery; Deaconess Hosp, General Surgery.
Dr. Difiore is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Difiore’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Difiore’s office at (216) 444-2273.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Difiore?
Dr. John Difiore, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array
of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Difiore empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Congenital Anomalies, Fetal & Neonatal Surgery, Hernia, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Pectus Excavatum, Pediatric Cancers, Pediatric Thoracic Surgery, Solid Tumors, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Charlotte/NC community, Dr. Difiore is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Difiore go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Children'S Hosp, Pediatric Surgery-Surgery; Deaconess Hosp, General Surgery | Harvard Med Sch/New England Deaconess Hosp
Medical School: Columbia Univ Coll of Physicians And Surgeons, New York Ny
Is Dr. Difiore board certified as a Pediatric Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. John Difiore, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Difiore speak?
Dr. Difiore and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Difiore treat?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Difiore 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. Difiore. 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:
Sunken Chest
Birth Defects
Pectus Excavatum
Funnel Chest
Concave Chest
ICD-10 Codes:
Q676: Pectus excavatum
Also known as:
Pigeon Chest
Birth Defects
Pectus Carinatum
Keel Chest
Protruding Breastbone
ICD-10 Codes:
Q677: Pectus carinatum
Also known as:
Removal of Internal Fixation Device
Fractures
Hardware removal surgery
Implant removal procedure
Fixation device extraction
ICD-10 Codes:
Z472: Encounter for removal of internal fixation device
Also known as:
Acute Appendicitis
Appendicitis
Inflamed Appendix
Sudden Appendix Inflammation
Appendicitis Attack
Appendix Inflammation
Appendix Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
K36: Other appendicitis
Also known as:
Umbilical Hernia
Hernia
Belly Button Hernia
Navel Hernia
Umbilical Rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
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
What procedures does Dr. Difiore perform?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Difiore 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. Difiore. 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:
Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
Hardware Removal Surgery
Buried Implant Extraction
Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
Ventral hernia repair
Umbilical hernia surgery
Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
Incisional hernia repair
CPT Codes:
49591: 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); less than 3 cm, reducible
Does Dr. Difiore accept my insurance?
Dr. Difiore accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 444-2273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Difiore accept in Charlotte, NC?
Dr. Difiore in Charlotte, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Difiore's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Difiore's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700840469.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Difiore?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Difiore
What is Dr. John Difiore's specialty?
Dr. Difiore is a Pediatric Surgeon near Charlotte, NC.
Pediatric Surgeons specializes in the management of surgical conditions in premature infants, newborns, children, and adolescents. Contact Dr. Difiore to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. John Difiore affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Difiore is affiliated with Hillcrest 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
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Is John Difiore accepting new patients in Charlotte, NC?
Yes, Dr. John Difiore is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Difiore offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Difiore's office at (216) 444-2273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Difiore?
Please contact Dr. Difiore's office at (216) 444-2273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Difiore have?
Dr. John Difiore is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
Dr. Thomas Schmelzer, MD is a Pediatric Surgeon, who primarily practices in Charlotte, NC. He has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified.