Who is Dr. Bristow, Gynecologic Oncologist in Orange, CA?
Dr. Robert Bristow, MD is a Gynecologic Oncologist, who primarily practices in Orange, CA. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Bristow graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Obstetrics And Gynecology.
Dr. Bristow is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bristow’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bristow’s office at (410) 955-6700.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Bristow?
Dr. Robert Bristow, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Gynecologic Oncologist 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. Bristow empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Gynecologic Cancers, Ovarian Cancer, Robotic Surgery, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Orange/CA community, Dr. Bristow is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Bristow go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Johns Hopkins Univ Sch Med, Obstetrics And Gynecology | Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Program A
Medical School: University of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California
Is Dr. Bristow board certified as a Gynecologic Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Bristow, MD is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
What languages does Dr. Bristow speak?
Dr. Bristow and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Bristow treat?
As a Gynecologic Oncologist, Dr. Bristow 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. Bristow. 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:
Endometrial Cancer
Uterine Cancer
Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
Malignant Endometrial Tumor
Endometrial Carcinoma
Cancer of the Endometrium
Malignant Uterine Tumor
Uterine Carcinoma
Cancer of the Uterus
ICD-10 Codes:
C541: Malignant neoplasm of endometrium
C55: Malignant neoplasm of uterus, part unspecified
Also known as:
Ovarian Cancer
Ovarian Epithelial, Fallopian Tube, and Primary Peritoneal Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
Cancer of the ovary
Ovarian carcinoma
Female reproductive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
C569: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified ovary
C562: Malignant neoplasm of left ovary
C561: Malignant neoplasm of right ovary
Also known as:
Cervical Cancer
Early Cervical Cancer
Malignant Cervical Tumor
Cervical Carcinoma
Cancer of the Cervix
Carcinoma in situ of cervix
Precancerous cervical cells
Non-invasive cervical cancer
Stage 0 cervical cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
C539: Malignant neoplasm of cervix uteri, unspecified
D069: Carcinoma in situ of cervix, unspecified
Also known as:
Cancer Chemotherapy
Chemo treatment
Oncology chemotherapy
Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
Abdominal or Pelvic Swelling, Mass, or Lump
Belly lump
Pelvic mass
Abdominal swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
R1900: Intra-abdominal and pelvic swelling, mass and lump, unspecified site
Also known as:
Primary Cancer (Unspecified Site)
Cancer
Malignant tumor
Neoplasm
Cancer of unknown primary
ICD-10 Codes:
C801: Malignant (primary) neoplasm, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Bristow perform?
As a Gynecologic Oncologist, Dr. Bristow 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. Bristow. 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:
Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
Total Abdominal Hysterectomy
Radical Abdominal Hysterectomy with Lymph Node Removal
Hysterectomy
Laparoscopy
Biopsy
Minimally Invasive Hysterectomy
Keyhole Hysterectomy
Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
Uterus Removal Surgery
Abdominal Uterus Removal
Open Hysterectomy
Uterus and Cervix Removal
Ovary and Tube Removal with Hysterectomy
Radical Hysterectomy
Uterus and Lymph Node Removal
Open Hysterectomy with Lymphadenectomy
CPT Codes:
58571: Laparoscopy, surgical, with total hysterectomy, for uterus 250 g or less; with removal of tube(s) and/or ovary(s)
58150: Total abdominal hysterectomy (corpus and cervix), with or without removal of tube(s), with or without removal of ovary(s);
58210: Radical abdominal hysterectomy, with bilateral total pelvic lymphadenectomy and para-aortic lymph node sampling (biopsy), with or without removal of tube(s), with or without removal of ovary(s)
Also known as:
Hysteroscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
Biopsy
Hysteroscopy
Uterine Scope with Biopsy
Hysteroscopic Polypectomy
D&C with Hysteroscopy
CPT Codes:
58558: Hysteroscopy, surgical; with sampling (biopsy) of endometrium and/or polypectomy, with or without D & C
Also known as:
Cervical Cone Biopsy (LEEP)
LEEP Procedure
Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure
Cervical Conization
Cone Biopsy of Cervix
CPT Codes:
57522: Conization of cervix, with or without fulguration, with or without dilation and curettage, with or without repair; loop electrode excision
58661: Laparoscopy, surgical; with removal of adnexal structures (partial or total oophorectomy and/or salpingectomy)
Also known as:
Colposcopy with Cervical Cone Biopsy (LEEP)
Colposcopy
LEEP Procedure
Loop Electrosurgical Excision Procedure
Cervical Conization
Cervical Biopsy with Colposcopy
CPT Codes:
57461: Colposcopy of the cervix including upper/adjacent vagina; with loop electrode conization of the cervix
Also known as:
Extensive Gynecological Cancer Surgery
Ovarian Cancer Debulking Surgery
Radical Hysterectomy with Lymphadenectomy
Bilateral Salpingo-Oophorectomy with Omentectomy
CPT Codes:
58954: Bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy with omentectomy, total abdominal hysterectomy and radical dissection for debulking; with pelvic lymphadenectomy and limited para-aortic lymphadenectomy
Also known as:
Vaginal Biopsy
Vaginal Mucosa Biopsy
Vaginal Tissue Sample
Simple Vaginal Biopsy
CPT Codes:
57100: Biopsy of vaginal mucosa; simple (separate procedure)
Also known as:
Dilation and Curettage (D&C)
D&C
Uterine Scraping
Uterine Dilation and Curettage
CPT Codes:
58120: Dilation and curettage, diagnostic and/or therapeutic (nonobstetrical)
Also known as:
IUD Insertion
Birth Control
Intrauterine device placement
IUD placement
Birth control implant
CPT Codes:
58300: Insertion of intrauterine device (IUD)
Also known as:
Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
Lymph Node Identification
Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes
CPT Codes:
38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
Retroperitoneal Lymph Node Biopsy (Laparoscopic)
Laparoscopic Lymph Node Sampling
Abdominal Lymph Node Biopsy
Retroperitoneal Biopsy
CPT Codes:
38570: Laparoscopy, surgical; with retroperitoneal lymph node sampling (biopsy), single or multiple
Also known as:
Laparoscopic Pelvic Lymph Node Removal
Minimally Invasive Pelvic Lymphadenectomy
Keyhole Pelvic Lymph Node Dissection
Bilateral Pelvic Lymph Node Excision
Laparoscopic Lymph Node Surgery
CPT Codes:
38571: Laparoscopy, surgical; with bilateral total pelvic lymphadenectomy
Also known as:
Declotting of Vascular Access Device
Catheter declotting
Thrombolytic therapy for catheter
Blocked port-a-cath treatment
Vascular access device unblocking
CPT Codes:
36593: Declotting by thrombolytic agent of implanted vascular access device or catheter
Also known as:
Blood Transfusion
Blood Transfusion and Donation
Blood product transfusion
Red blood cell transfusion
Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Also known as:
Appendectomy (During Other Surgery)
Appendix Removal
Incidental Appendectomy
Appendectomy with another procedure
CPT Codes:
44955: Appendectomy; when done for indicated purpose at time of other major procedure (not as separate procedure) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Bristow accept my insurance?
Dr. Bristow accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 955-6700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bristow accept in Orange, CA?
Dr. Bristow in Orange, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Bristow's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bristow's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427016039.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bristow?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bristow
What is Dr. Robert Bristow's specialty?
Dr. Bristow is a Gynecologic Oncologist near Orange, CA.
An obstetrician/gynecologist specializing in gynecologic oncology provides consultation and comprehensive management for patients with gynecologic cancer. This includes performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures essential for the total care of patients with gynecologic cancer and addressing any resulting complications. Contact Dr. Bristow to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Robert Bristow affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bristow is affiliated with UCI Medical Center 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 Robert Bristow accepting new patients in Orange, CA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Bristow is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Bristow offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bristow's office at (410) 955-6700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Bristow?
Please contact Dr. Bristow's office at (410) 955-6700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Bristow have?
Dr. Robert Bristow is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
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