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Who is Dr. Garofalo, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Thomas Garofalo, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Garofalo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garofalo’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garofalo’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Garofalo?
Dr. Thomas Garofalo, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) 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. Garofalo empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Anorectal Disorders, Colon & Rectal Cancer, Colonoscopy & Polypectomy, Inflammatory Bowel Disease/Crohn's, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Cleveland/OH community, Dr. Garofalo is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Garofalo speak?
Dr. Garofalo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Garofalo treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Garofalo 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. Garofalo. 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:
- Second Degree Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoidal Skin Tags
- First Degree Hemorrhoids
- Fourth Degree Hemorrhoids
- Third Degree Hemorrhoids
- Perianal Blood Clot
- Anal Disorder
- Internal hemorrhoids that prolapse
- Grade 2 hemorrhoids
- Moderate hemorrhoids
- Piles
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
- Anal skin tags
- Perianal skin tags
- Leftover hemorrhoid skin
- Internal hemorrhoids
- Grade 1 hemorrhoids
- Mild hemorrhoids
- Permanently prolapsed hemorrhoids
- Grade 4 hemorrhoids
- Strangulated hemorrhoids
- Prolapsed hemorrhoids
- Grade 3 hemorrhoids
- Severe hemorrhoids
- Thrombosed Hemorrhoid
- External Hemorrhoid Clot
- Blood Clot near Anus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K641: Second degree hemorrhoids
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
- K644: Residual hemorrhoidal skin tags
- K640: First degree hemorrhoids
- K643: Fourth degree hemorrhoids
- K642: Third degree hemorrhoids
- K645: Perianal venous thrombosis
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:
- Intestine Diverticulitis
- Large Intestine Diverticulitis with Perforation and Abscess
- Large Intestine Diverticulitis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Abscess
- Inflamed Bowel Diverticula
- Bowel Diverticular Inflammation
- Inflamed Colon Diverticula with Abscess
- Perforated Large Bowel Diverticulitis
- Inflamed Colon Diverticula
- Colon Diverticular Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5792: Diverticulitis of intestine, part unspecified, without perforation or abscess without bleeding
- K5720: Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding
- K5732: Diverticulitis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Colon Cancer
- Ascending Colon Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C182: Malignant neoplasm of ascending colon
Also known as:
- Anal Fissure
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Tear
- Fissure in Anus
- Perianal Fissure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K602: Anal fissure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula
- Anal Disorder
- Fistulas
- Perianal Fistula
- Fistula-in-Ano
- Abnormal Anal Tract
ICD-10 Codes:
- K603: Anal fistula
Also known as:
- Other Anal and Rectal Condition
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Disorder
- Proctitis
- Anal Disorders
- Rectal Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6289: Other specified diseases of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula
- Perianal Fistula
- Fistula in Anus
- Rectal Fistula
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6030: Anal fistula, unspecified
Also known as:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Pilonidal Cyst with Abscess
- Abscess
- Tailbone Disorder
- Infected Tailbone Cyst
- Sacrococcygeal Abscess
- Tailbone Abscess
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0501: Pilonidal cyst with abscess
What procedures does Dr. Garofalo perform?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Garofalo 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. Garofalo. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy Through Stoma
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Stoma Colonoscopy
- Diagnostic Stoma Scope
- Colostomy Colonoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 44388: Colonoscopy through stoma; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Anoscopy (Diagnostic)
- Anoscopy
- Anal Canal Exam
- Rectal Scope Exam
- Anus Diagnostic Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 46600: Anoscopy; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoid Removal with Rubber Band Ligation
- External Thrombosed Hemorrhoid Removal
- Rubber Band Ligation for Hemorrhoids
- Internal Hemorrhoid Ligation
- Banding of Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoid Banding
- Clotted Hemorrhoid Excision
- External Hemorrhoid Surgery
- Thrombosed Pile Removal
CPT Codes:
- 46221: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal, by rubber band ligation(s)
- 46320: Excision of thrombosed hemorrhoid, external
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula Surgery
- Anal Skin Tag Removal
- Anal Fistula Surgery (Second Stage)
- Fistulectomy
- Fistulotomy
- Perianal Fistula Repair
- Anal Fistula Repair
- Anal Papilla Excision
- Perianal Skin Tag Removal
- Anal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 46270: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); subcutaneous
- 46280: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); transsphincteric, suprasphincteric, extrasphincteric or multiple, including placement of seton, when performed
- 46220: Excision of single external papilla or tag, anus
- 46285: Surgical treatment of anal fistula (fistulectomy/fistulotomy); second stage
Also known as:
- Removal of Multiple Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoidectomy
- Internal and External Hemorrhoid Surgery
- Piles Removal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 46260: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, 2 or more columns/groups;
Also known as:
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Sigmoidoscopy
- Lower colon exam
- Flexible colon scope
- Rectum and lower colon check
CPT Codes:
- 45330: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Anal Sphincter Nerve Block
- Internal Anal Sphincter Chemodenervation
- Anal Sphincter Injection
- Botox for Anal Fissure
- Chemical Denervation of Anal Muscle
CPT Codes:
- 46505: Chemodenervation of internal anal sphincter
Also known as:
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Biopsy
- Endoscopy of Small Intestinal Pouch
- Colonoscopy with Injections
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Colonoscopy
- Sigmoid Colon Scope with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy with Tissue Sample
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy and Biopsy
- Rectum and Lower Colon Exam
- Small Bowel Pouch Endoscopy
- Kock Pouch Evaluation
- Ileal Reservoir Endoscopy
- Pouchoscopy
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
- Colon Scope with Medication
- Therapeutic Colonoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 45331: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 44385: Endoscopic evaluation of small intestinal pouch (eg, Kock pouch, ileal reservoir [S or J]); diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45381: Colonoscopy, flexible; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance
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:
- Seton Placement
- Fistula Seton Insertion
- Drainage Seton Placement
- Anal Fistula Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 46020: Placement of seton
Also known as:
- Surgical Anorectal Exam with Anesthesia
- Anesthesia
- Diagnostic anorectal exam under anesthesia
- Rectal exam with general anesthesia
- Anorectal surgery for diagnosis
CPT Codes:
- 45990: Anorectal exam, surgical, requiring anesthesia (general, spinal, or epidural), diagnostic
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoid Removal Surgery
- Hemorrhoidectomy
- Piles Surgery
- Internal and External Hemorrhoid Excision
CPT Codes:
- 46255: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, single column/group;
Also known as:
- Removal of Rectal Tumor
- Transanal Rectal Tumor Excision
- Partial Thickness Rectal Tumor Removal
- Rectal Lesion Excision
CPT Codes:
- 45171: Excision of rectal tumor, transanal approach; not including muscularis propria (ie, partial thickness)
Also known as:
- Sigmoidoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal (Lower Colon)
- Sigmoid Colon Lesion Excision
- Lower Endoscopy with Polyp Removal
CPT Codes:
- 45338: Sigmoidoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
Also known as:
- Endoscopy and Biopsy of Small Intestine Pouch
- Kock pouch endoscopy
- Ileal reservoir evaluation
- Small bowel pouch biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 44386: Endoscopic evaluation of small intestinal pouch (eg, Kock pouch, ileal reservoir [S or J]); with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Anal Lesion Excision
- Removal of Anal Warts
- Surgical Excision of Anal Lesions
- Anus Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 46922: Destruction of lesion(s), anus (eg, condyloma, papilloma, molluscum contagiosum, herpetic vesicle), simple; surgical excision
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Appendectomy
- Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
- Keyhole Appendectomy
- Scope Appendectomy
CPT Codes:
- 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy
Also known as:
- Anal Seton Removal
- Seton Removal
- Anal Marker Removal
- Fistula Seton Removal
CPT Codes:
- 46030: Removal of anal seton, other marker
Also known as:
- Simple Pilonidal Cyst Removal
- Extensive Pilonidal Cyst Removal
- Pilonidal Sinus Excision
- Tailbone Cyst Removal
- Sacrococcygeal Cyst Surgery
- Tailbone Cyst Surgery
- Sacrococcygeal Cyst Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11770: Excision of pilonidal cyst or sinus; simple
- 11771: Excision of pilonidal cyst or sinus; extensive
Does Dr. Garofalo accept my insurance?
Dr. Garofalo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Garofalo accept in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Garofalo in Cleveland, OH 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
Medical Mutual
Medicare
State of Nevada
State of Ohio
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Garofalo's office located?
What is Dr. Garofalo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Garofalo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790742013.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garofalo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Garofalo
What is Dr. Thomas Garofalo's specialty?
Dr. Garofalo is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Cleveland, OH. 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. Garofalo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Thomas Garofalo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Garofalo is affiliated with Hillcrest 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 Thomas Garofalo accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Garofalo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Garofalo offer online booking?
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