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Dr. Melanie Gainsbury, MD

Surgeon

Boston, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gainsbury, Surgeon in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Melanie Gainsbury, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. Dr. Gainsbury is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gainsbury’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gainsbury’s office at (617) 414-4861.

    What languages does Dr. Gainsbury speak?

    Dr. Gainsbury and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Gainsbury typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Gainsbury 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. Gainsbury. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
    • Breast Cancer
    • Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
    • Diffuse left female breast cancer
    • Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
    • Mammary cancer
    • Breast carcinoma
    • Breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
    • C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast

    Also known as:

    • Other Surgical Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • General post-operative care
    • Unspecified surgical recovery
    • Surgical follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Gainsbury typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Gainsbury 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. Gainsbury. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Axillary Lymph Node Excision
    • Open Axillary Node Biopsy
    • Underarm Lymph Node Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)

    Also known as:

    • Radioactive Tracer Injection for Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Sentinel Node Mapping Injection
    • Lymph Node Tracer Injection
    • Radioactive Dye for Lymph Nodes
    • Sentinel Lymph Node Identification

    CPT Codes:

    • 38792: Injection procedure; radioactive tracer for identification of sentinel node

    Also known as:

    • Partial Mastectomy
    • Mastectomy
    • Lumpectomy
    • Breast conserving surgery
    • Quadrantectomy
    • Segmentectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);

    Does Dr. Gainsbury accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gainsbury accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 414-4861 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gainsbury accept in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Gainsbury in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Gainsbury's office located?

    Shapiro 3 Suite A

    725 Albany St Ste A

    Boston, MA 02118

    (617) 414-4861

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    What is Dr. Gainsbury's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Gainsbury's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609041904.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gainsbury?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gainsbury

    What is Dr. Melanie Gainsbury's specialty?

    Dr. Gainsbury is a Surgeon near Boston, MA.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

    Is Dr. Melanie Gainsbury affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gainsbury is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara 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 Dr. Melanie Gainsbury accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Melanie Gainsbury is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Melanie Gainsbury offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gainsbury's office at (617) 414-4861 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Melanie Gainsbury?

    Please contact Dr. Gainsbury's office at (617) 414-4861 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Gainsbury's office located?

    Dr. Gainsbury's office is located in Boston, MA.