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Dr. Gayathri Sekharan, MD

Grand Junction, CO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sekharan, Surgeon in Grand Junction, CO?

    Dr. Gayathri Sekharan, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Grand Junction, CO with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Sekharan graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond and completed her residency at University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville Program. Dr. Sekharan is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sekharan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sekharan’s office.

    Where did Dr. Sekharan go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: University of Florida College of Medicine Jacksonville Program

    • Medical School: Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond

    Is Dr. Sekharan board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Gayathri Sekharan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Sekharan speak?

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

    • English

    • Tamil

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

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Sekharan 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. Sekharan. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
    • Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
    • Mammary cancer
    • Breast carcinoma
    • Breast tumor
    • Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
    • Precancerous cells right breast
    • Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
    • DCIS right breast
    • Intraductal carcinoma in situ left breast
    • Precancerous cells left breast
    • Non-invasive breast cancer left breast
    • DCIS left breast

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
    • C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
    • D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
    • D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast

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

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Sekharan 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. Sekharan. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Partial Mastectomy
    • Simple Mastectomy
    • Mastectomy
    • Lumpectomy
    • Breast conserving surgery
    • Quadrantectomy
    • Segmentectomy
    • Complete Mastectomy
    • Breast Removal Surgery
    • Total Mastectomy
    • Unilateral Mastectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
    • 19303: Mastectomy, simple, complete

    Also known as:

    • Breast Lump Removal with Marker Guidance
    • Image-Guided Breast Lesion Excision
    • Wire-Localized Breast Biopsy
    • Open Excision of Marked Breast Lesion
    • Breast Mass Removal with Marker

    CPT Codes:

    • 19125: Excision of breast lesion identified by preoperative placement of radiological marker, open; single lesion

    Also known as:

    • Breast Lesion Localization
    • Breast clip placement
    • Wire localization for breast surgery
    • Radioactive seed placement in breast
    • Ultrasound-guided breast marker

    CPT Codes:

    • 19285: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance

    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:

    • 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

    Does Dr. Sekharan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sekharan 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. Sekharan accept in Grand Junction, CO?

    Dr. Sekharan in Grand Junction, CO 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

    • Humana

    • Mail Handlers

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sekharan's office located?

    General Surgeons Of Western Colorado

    2440 N 11th St

    Grand Junction, CO 81501

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    Dr. Gayathri Sekharan's Practice 2

    501 Airport Rd

    Rifle, CO 81650

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

    Dr. Sekharan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669585790.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sekharan?

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

    What is Dr. Gayathri Sekharan's specialty?

    Dr. Sekharan is a Surgeon near Grand Junction, CO.

    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. Gayathri Sekharan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sekharan is affiliated with Intermountain Health - St. Mary's Regional Hospital, Community Hospital - Grand Junction, Co 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 Gayathri Sekharan accepting new patients in Grand Junction, CO?

    Yes, Dr. Gayathri Sekharan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gayathri Sekharan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sekharan's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gayathri Sekharan?

    Please contact Dr. Sekharan's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gayathri Sekharan have?

    Dr. Gayathri Sekharan is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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