Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Coombs-Skiles, Surgical Oncologist in Austin, TX?
Dr. Caroline Coombs-Skiles, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Austin, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Coombs-Skiles is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Coombs-Skiles’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Coombs-Skiles’s office.
What languages does Dr. Coombs-Skiles speak?
Dr. Coombs-Skiles and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Coombs-Skiles typically treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Coombs-Skiles 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. Coombs-Skiles. 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
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
What procedures does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Coombs-Skiles typically perform?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Coombs-Skiles 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. Coombs-Skiles. 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
- 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:
- Skin Flap Surgery (Medium)
- Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
- Local Flap Surgery
- Skin Graft (Adjacent Tissue)
CPT Codes:
- 14301: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; defect 30.1 sq cm to 60.0 sq cm
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:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Does Dr. Coombs-Skiles accept my insurance?
Dr. Coombs-Skiles 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. Coombs-Skiles accept in Austin, TX?
Dr. Coombs-Skiles in Austin, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
Other Health Care Provider
Sendero Health Plans
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Coombs-Skiles' office located?
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Wait Times
100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Diagnosis
100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Caroline Coombs-Skiles an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Coombs-Skiles has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Coombs-Skiles, her bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Coombs-Skiles's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Coombs-Skiles's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144438136.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Coombs-Skiles?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Coombs-Skiles
What is Dr. Caroline Coombs-Skiles's specialty?
Dr. Coombs-Skiles is a Surgical Oncologist near Austin, TX.
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. Caroline Coombs-Skiles affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Coombs-Skiles is affiliated with Heart Hospital Of Austin, Ascension Seton Medical Center - Austin, Tx, St. David's South Austin Medical Center, Dhr Health, St. Joseph Health Regional Hospital - Bryan, Tx 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 Caroline Coombs-Skiles accepting new patients in Austin, TX?
Yes, Dr. Caroline Coombs-Skiles is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Caroline Coombs-Skiles offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Coombs-Skiles's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Caroline Coombs-Skiles?
Please contact Dr. Coombs-Skiles's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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