Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kent, Surgeon in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Vaishali Kent, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fort Worth, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Kent completed her residency at Inova Fairfax Hospital. Dr. Kent is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kent’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kent’s office at (817) 912-8080.
Where did Dr. Kent go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Inova Fairfax Hospital
Is Dr. Kent board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Vaishali Kent, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Kent speak?
Dr. Kent and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Kent typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Kent 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. Kent. 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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ left breast
- Precancerous cells left breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer left breast
- DCIS left breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Kent typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Kent 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. Kent. 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:
- 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:
- Partial Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Breast conserving surgery
- Quadrantectomy
- Segmentectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
Does Dr. Kent accept my insurance?
Dr. Kent accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (817) 912-8080 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kent accept in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Kent in Fort Worth, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Kent's office located?
Dr. Vaishali Kent's Primary Practice
1250 8th Ave Ste 545
Fort Worth, TX 76104
(817) 912-8080
What is Dr. Kent's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kent's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760649867.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kent?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kent
What is Dr. Vaishali Kent's specialty?
Dr. Kent is a Surgeon near Fort Worth, TX.
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 this Dr. Vaishali Kent affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kent is affiliated with Texas Health Southwest Fort Worth, Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center - Fort Worth, Lake Granbury Medical Center, Texas Health Arlington Memorial, United Regional Healthcare System, Medical City Weatherford Hospital 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
When to see a Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Surgeon. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Vaishali Kent accepting new patients in Fort Worth, TX?
Yes, Dr. Vaishali Kent is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vaishali Kent offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kent's office at (817) 912-8080 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vaishali Kent?
Please contact Dr. Kent's office at (817) 912-8080 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vaishali Kent have?
Dr. Vaishali Kent is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
Other Surgeon Near Fort Worth, TX
Surgeon
Accepting patientsDr. Anita Chow, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fort Worth, TX with 1 additional practice location.
Fort Worth, TX
AL
Thoracic Surgeon
Accepting patientsDr. Andres Leal, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX with 1 additional practice location.
Dallas, TX
HB
Surgeon
Accepting patientsDr. Helen Bussey, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fort Worth, TX.
Fort Worth, TX