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Dr. John Difiore, MD

Charlotte, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    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 by the American Board of Surgery. 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 in 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:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Severe Acute Appendicitis with Perforation, Infection, and Abscess
    • Ruptured Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection and Tissue Death
    • Peritoneal Disorder
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack
    • Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendix Pain
    • Burst Appendix with Gangrene and Abscess
    • Perforated Appendix with Localized Infection and Tissue Death
    • Complicated Appendicitis
    • Perforated Appendix with Gangrene
    • Localized Ruptured Appendix
    • Appendix Rupture with Tissue Death

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
    • K36: Other appendicitis
    • K3533: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, with abscess
    • K3532: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, without abscess
    • K35890: Other acute appendicitis without perforation or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Umbilical Hernia
    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Ventral Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Belly Button Hernia
    • Navel Hernia
    • Umbilical Rupture
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin
    • Abdominal Wall Hernia
    • Epigastric Hernia
    • Spigelian Hernia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
    • K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    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

    Also known as:

    • Implanted Device Management
    • Implant adjustment
    • Device follow-up
    • Managing medical implants

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4589: Encounter for adjustment and management of other implanted devices

    Also known as:

    • History of Other Corrected Birth Defects
    • Birth Defects
    • Past congenital malformations
    • Previous corrected birth anomalies
    • History of birth defects

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z87798: Personal history of other (corrected) congenital malformations

    Also known as:

    • Vascular Access Device Management
    • Vascular Access Care
    • Port Management
    • Catheter Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device

    Also known as:

    • Right Lower Abdominal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Pain in lower right belly
    • RLQ pain
    • Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1031: Right lower quadrant pain

    Also known as:

    • Trunk Lump or Swelling
    • Body Mass
    • Torso Lump
    • Trunk Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R222: Localized swelling, mass and lump, trunk

    Which procedures does Dr. Difiore perform as a Pediatric Surgeon?

    As a Pediatric Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. John Difiore may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Difiore's office.

    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.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medical Mutual

    • Molina

    • State of Ohio

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Difiore's office located?

    Dr. John Difiore's Primary Practice

    1025 Morehead Medical Dr Ste 275

    Charlotte, NC 28204

    (216) 444-2273

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    Dr. John Difiore's Practice 2

    9500 Euclid Ave Ste A120

    Cleveland, OH 44195

    (216) 444-5437

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    Dr. John Difiore's Practice 3

    6801 Mayfield Rd Ste 200

    Cleveland, OH 44124

    (216) 444-2273

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    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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatric Surgeon?

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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.

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