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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Girgis, Surgical Oncologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Mark Girgis, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA. Dr. Girgis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Girgis’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Girgis’s office.
What languages does Dr. Girgis speak?
Dr. Girgis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Girgis typically treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Girgis 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. Girgis. 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:
- Stomach Cancer
- Gastric Cancer
- Stomach Carcinoma
- Cardia Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Stomach
- Stomach Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C160: Malignant neoplasm of cardia
- C169: Malignant neoplasm of stomach, unspecified
Also known as:
- Esophageal Cancer
- Esophagus Cancer
- Esophageal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C159: Malignant neoplasm of esophagus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specific Pancreatic Disease
- Pancreatic Disease
- Miscellaneous Pancreas Disorders
- Named Pancreatic Conditions
- Other Defined Pancreas Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8689: Other specified diseases of pancreas
Also known as:
- Acute Necrotizing Pancreatitis
- Pancreatitis
- Pancreas Tissue Death
- Necrotic Pancreatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8591: Acute pancreatitis with uninfected necrosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Digestive System Growth of Unknown Type
- Digestive Disease
- Digestive tract tumor of unknown nature
- GI growth of unknown type
- Indeterminate digestive mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D490: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of digestive system
What procedures does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Girgis typically perform?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Girgis 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. Girgis. 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:
- Laparoscopic Jejunostomy
- Keyhole jejunostomy
- Feeding tube placement small intestine
- Small bowel opening surgery
CPT Codes:
- 44186: Laparoscopy, surgical; jejunostomy (eg, for decompression or feeding)
Also known as:
- Omental Flap Surgery
- Intra-abdominal Omental Transfer
- Omentum Flap
- Abdominal Tissue Flap
CPT Codes:
- 49905: Omental flap, intra-abdominal (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Biopsy
- Minimally Invasive Biopsy
- Peritoneal Biopsy
- Abdominal Biopsy via Laparoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 49321: Laparoscopy, surgical; with biopsy (single or multiple)
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Laparoscopy of Abdomen
- Exploratory Laparoscopy
- Abdominal Scope
- Peritoneal Biopsy
- Omentum Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 49320: Laparoscopy, abdomen, peritoneum, and omentum, diagnostic, with or without collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Whipple Procedure
- Pancreaticoduodenectomy
- Whipple operation
- Pancreas cancer surgery
- Pylorus-preserving pancreaticoduodenectomy
CPT Codes:
- 48150: Pancreatectomy, proximal subtotal with total duodenectomy, partial gastrectomy, choledochoenterostomy and gastrojejunostomy (Whipple-type procedure); with pancreatojejunostomy
Also known as:
- Abdominal Lymph Node Dissection
- Regional Lymphadenectomy
- Celiac Lymph Node Removal
- Peripancreatic Lymph Node Excision
CPT Codes:
- 38747: Abdominal lymphadenectomy, regional, including celiac, gastric, portal, peripancreatic, with or without para-aortic and vena caval nodes (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Girgis accept my insurance?
Dr. Girgis 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. Girgis accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Girgis in Los Angeles, CA 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 Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Girgis' office located?
What is Dr. Girgis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Girgis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588826382.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Girgis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Girgis
What is Dr. Mark Girgis's specialty?
Dr. Girgis is a Surgical Oncologist near Los Angeles, CA.
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. Mark Girgis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Girgis is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Eisenhower Health Main Campus, Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center 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 Mark Girgis accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Mark Girgis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mark Girgis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Girgis's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mark Girgis?
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100 Medical Plz Ste 310
Los Angeles, CA 90095