Dr. Gaetano Paone, M.D.
Thoracic Surgery
20+
Years in Practice
Available
Telehealth
Practice Locations
3 locations
About Dr. Gaetano Paone
Gaetano Paone, M.D. is a healthcare provider practicing in Atlanta, GA.
Specialty Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
46
Years Experience
3
Locations
2
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Additional Specialties
Primary Specialty
Thoracic SurgeryCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Other
Class of 1980
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 2 states
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 4301055665 | Surgery | — |
| Michigan | 4301055665 | Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) | — |
| Georgia | 81792 | Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Gaetano Paone
With 20 years of practice, Dr. Gaetano Paone is an established thoracic surgery provider, M.D., after earning their medical degree at Other in 1980. Dr. currently practices across 3 facilities, including Emory University Hospital in Atlanta, Georgia. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275630741, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Dr. Gaetano Paone as a lower-volume thoracic surgery provider, treating approximately 191 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 229 services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. Gaetano Paone received $6K in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are in line with specialist-level consulting and speaker-program participation.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$6K
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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Thoracic Surgery Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 30322
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Gaetano Paone
What does Dr. Gaetano Paone specialize in?
Dr. Gaetano Paone specializes in Thoracic Surgery. Secondary taxonomy filings also list Thoracic Surgery (cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) and Surgery.
Where does Dr. Gaetano Paone practice?
Dr. Gaetano Paone practices at Emory University Hospital in Atlanta, Georgia. Dr. is also affiliated with 2 additional facilities, listed below.
Does Dr. Gaetano Paone accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Gaetano Paone accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 191 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. Gaetano Paone's NPI number?
Dr. Gaetano Paone's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275630741. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. Gaetano Paone been practicing?
Dr. Gaetano Paone has approximately 20 years of practice experience, having graduated from Other in 1980.