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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bateni, Surgical Oncologist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Sarah Bateni is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL. Dr. Bateni is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bateni’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bateni’s office at (205) 297-9411.
What languages does Dr. Bateni speak?
Dr. Bateni and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Bateni typically treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Bateni 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. Bateni. 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:
- Melanoma
- Melanoma of the Trunk
- Melanoma of Scalp or Neck
- Melanoma of the Arm or Shoulder
- Melanoma of Leg or Hip
- Malignant Melanoma
- Skin Cancer (Melanoma)
- Cutaneous Melanoma
- Black Skin Cancer
- Malignant Melanoma of Body
- Skin Cancer on Torso
- Scalp Melanoma
- Neck Melanoma
- Skin Cancer of Scalp
- Skin Cancer of Neck
- Arm Melanoma
- Shoulder Melanoma
- Malignant Melanoma of Arm
- Lower Limb Melanoma
- Leg Skin Cancer
- Hip Skin Cancer
- Melanoma on Leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- C439: Malignant melanoma of skin, unspecified
- C4359: Malignant melanoma of other part of trunk
- C434: Malignant melanoma of scalp and neck
- C4360: Malignant melanoma of unspecified upper limb, including shoulder
- C4370: Malignant melanoma of unspecified lower limb, including hip
Also known as:
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Cancer
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Malignant Soft Tissue Tumor
- Connective Tissue Cancer
- Soft Tissue Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C499: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Cancer
- Post-cancer surgery care
- Oncology aftercare
- Cancer recovery follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm
Also known as:
- Lipoma
- Benign Tumor
- Fatty tumor
- Fatty lump
- Benign fatty growth
- Adipose tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D179: Benign lipomatous neoplasm, unspecified
What procedures does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Bateni typically perform?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Bateni 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. Bateni. 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:
- Muscle Needle Biopsy
- Groin Lymph Node Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Percutaneous Muscle Biopsy
- Muscle Tissue Sample
- Inguinofemoral Lymph Node Excision
- Open Lymph Node Biopsy
- Femoral Lymph Node Removal
- Groin Lymph Node Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20206: Biopsy, muscle, percutaneous needle
- 38531: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, inguinofemoral 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:
- 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:
- Large Malignant Skin Lesion Removal
- Skin Cancer Excision
- Large Malignant Growth Removal
- Wide Excision of Skin Cancer
- Trunk/Limb Skin Cancer Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 11606: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm
Also known as:
- Skin Biopsy (Punch)
- Skin Biopsy
- Punch Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
- Dermal Punch Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion
Does Dr. Bateni accept my insurance?
Dr. Bateni accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 297-9411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bateni accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Bateni in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Bateni's office located?
What is Dr. Bateni's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bateni's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225195456.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bateni?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bateni
What is Dr. Sarah Bateni's specialty?
Dr. Bateni is a Surgical Oncologist near Birmingham, AL.
What does a Surgical Oncologist do?
A surgical oncologist is a highly qualified and trained surgeon with specialized expertise in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of cancer patients. They have received additional training in a multidisciplinary approach and dedicate a significant portion of their practice to these areas, as well as to cancer research.
Is this Dr. Sarah Bateni affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bateni is affiliated with Uab Hospital, Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola, Huntsville Hospital, Grandview Medical Center - Birmingham, Al 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 Sarah Bateni accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Sarah Bateni is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sarah Bateni offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bateni's office at (205) 297-9411 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sarah Bateni?
Please contact Dr. Bateni's office at (205) 297-9411 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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