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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Saint John, Surgeon in Flushing, NY?
Dr. Susan Saint John is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Flushing, NY with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Saint John completed her residency at Brooklyn Hosp Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Saint John is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saint John’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saint John’s office at (718) 670-5775.
Where did Dr. Saint John go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brooklyn Hosp Ctr, General Surgery
Is Dr. Saint John board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Susan Saint John is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Saint John speak?
Dr. Saint John and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Saint John treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Saint John 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. Saint John. 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.
Also known as:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammogram
- Breast Exam
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1239: Encounter for other screening 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 Pain
- Breast Disease
- Mastalgia
- Tender Breasts
- Sore Breasts
ICD-10 Codes:
- N644: Mastodynia
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Tiny Calcium Spots on Mammogram
- Mammography
- Breast microcalcifications
- Mammogram calcifications
- Small calcium deposits in breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- R920: Mammographic microcalcification found on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
What procedures does Dr. Saint John perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Saint John 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. Saint John. 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.
Also known as:
- Ultrasound-Guided Breast Biopsy
- Breast Lump Removal with Marker Guidance
- Additional Breast Biopsy with Ultrasound Guidance
- Breast Biopsy
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
- Breast Tissue Sample
- Breast Lesion Biopsy with Clip
- Image-Guided Breast Lesion Excision
- Wire-Localized Breast Biopsy
- Open Excision of Marked Breast Lesion
- Breast Mass Removal with Marker
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy (Additional Lesion)
- Breast Tissue Sample (Multiple Sites)
CPT Codes:
- 19083: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance
- 19125: Excision of breast lesion identified by preoperative placement of radiological marker, open; single lesion
- 19084: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; each additional lesion, including ultrasound guidance (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Breast Biopsy with Stereotactic Guidance
- Breast Biopsy
- Stereotactic Breast Biopsy
- Image-Guided Breast Biopsy
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
- Breast Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 19081: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including stereotactic guidance
Also known as:
- Breast Lesion Excision
- Breast Cyst Removal
- Fibroadenoma Excision
- Breast Tumor Removal
- Nipple/Areolar Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 19120: Excision of cyst, fibroadenoma, or other benign or malignant tumor, aberrant breast tissue, duct lesion, nipple or areolar lesion (except 19300), open, male or female, 1 or more lesions
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 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:
- 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
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)
Does Dr. Saint John accept my insurance?
Dr. Saint John accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 670-5775 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Saint John accept in Flushing, NY?
Dr. Saint John in Flushing, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
ArcBest Corporation
Cascade Comprehensive Care
Deutsche Bank
Elderplan
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Quincy Medical Group
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
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Where is Dr. Saint John's office located?
Dr. Susan Saint John's Primary Practice
14601 45th Ave Ste 211
Flushing, NY 11355
(718) 670-5775
What is Dr. Saint John's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Saint John's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417913054.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saint John?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Saint John
What is Dr. Susan Saint John's specialty?
Dr. Saint John is a Surgeon near Flushing, NY. 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. Contact Dr. Saint John to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Susan Saint John affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Saint John is affiliated with Flushing Hospital Medical Center 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 Susan Saint John accepting new patients in Flushing, NY?
Yes, Dr. Susan Saint John is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Susan Saint John offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Saint John's office at (718) 670-5775 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Susan Saint John?
Please contact Dr. Saint John's office at (718) 670-5775 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Susan Saint John have?
Dr. Susan Saint John is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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