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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lynch, Surgeon in Trumbull, CT?
Dr. Melanie Lynch, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Trumbull, CT with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Lynch is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lynch’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lynch’s office at (203) 254-2381.
Is Dr. Lynch board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Melanie Lynch, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Lynch speak?
Dr. Lynch and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Lynch typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Lynch 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. Lynch. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
Also known as:
- Cancer Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy
- Radiation Therapy to Treat Cancer
- Radiation treatment for cancer
- Oncology radiation
- Radiotherapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z510: Encounter for antineoplastic radiation therapy
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Lynch typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Lynch 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. Lynch. 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:
- Partial Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Breast conserving surgery
- Quadrantectomy
- Segmentectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
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:
- Breast Lesion Localization
- Breast Marker Placement
- Wire Localization Breast
- Mammographic Guided Breast Localization
CPT Codes:
- 19281: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including mammographic 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. Lynch accept my insurance?
Dr. Lynch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 254-2381 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lynch accept in Trumbull, CT?
Dr. Lynch in Trumbull, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AMA Insurance Services
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Humana
Medicare
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Lynch's office located?
Dr. Melanie Lynch's Primary Practice
5520 Park Ave Ste 1-500
Trumbull, CT 06611
(203) 254-2381
What is Dr. Lynch's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lynch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669585170.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lynch?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lynch
What is Dr. Melanie Lynch's specialty?
Dr. Lynch is a Surgeon near Trumbull, CT.
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. Melanie Lynch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lynch is affiliated with Summa Health System – Akron Campus 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 Melanie Lynch accepting new patients in Trumbull, CT?
Yes, Dr. Melanie Lynch is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melanie Lynch offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lynch's office at (203) 254-2381 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melanie Lynch?
Please contact Dr. Lynch's office at (203) 254-2381 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Melanie Lynch have?
Dr. Melanie Lynch is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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