37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lewis, Surgeon in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Pamela Lewis, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Lewis graduated from Meharry Medical College and completed her residency at St Mary'S Hosp Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Lewis is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lewis’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lewis’s office at (415) 668-8060.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Lewis?
Dr. Pamela Lewis, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Lewis empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Cancer, Breast Surgery, General Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Francisco/CA community, Dr. Lewis is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Lewis go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Mary'S Hosp Med Ctr, General Surgery | St Mary's Hospital and Medical Center Program
Medical School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine | Meharry Medical College
Is Dr. Lewis board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Pamela Lewis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Lewis speak?
Dr. Lewis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does Dr. Lewis treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Lewis 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. Lewis. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
- Early Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Carcinoma in situ right breast
- Precancerous cells right breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
- Stage 0 breast cancer right breast
- Carcinoma in situ of breast
- Stage 0 Breast Cancer
- Precancerous Breast Lesion
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- D0591: Unspecified type of carcinoma in situ of right breast
- D0592: Unspecified type of carcinoma in situ of left breast
Also known as:
- Cystic Breast Changes in Right Breast
- Breast Disease
- Fibrocystic right breast
- Diffuse breast cysts right side
- Right breast cystic disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6011: Diffuse cystic mastopathy of right breast
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
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
What procedures does Dr. Lewis perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Lewis 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. Lewis. 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:
- 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:
- Modified Radical Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Breast Removal with Lymph Node Dissection
- Breast Cancer Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 19307: Mastectomy, modified radical, including axillary lymph nodes, with or without pectoralis minor muscle, but excluding pectoralis major muscle
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:
- Ultrasound-Guided Breast Biopsy
- Breast Biopsy
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
- Breast Tissue Sample
- Breast Lesion Biopsy with Clip
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
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)
Does Dr. Lewis accept my insurance?
Dr. Lewis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 668-8060 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lewis accept in San Francisco, CA?
Dr. Lewis in San Francisco, 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
Cigna
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Sutter Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lewis' office located?
Dr. Pamela Lewis' Primary Practice
1 Shrader St Ste 400
San Francisco, CA 94117
(415) 668-8060
What is Dr. Lewis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lewis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992804462.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lewis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lewis
What is Dr. Pamela Lewis's specialty?
Dr. Lewis is a Surgeon near San Francisco, CA. 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. Lewis to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Pamela Lewis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lewis is affiliated with UCSF Health St. Mary's Hospital, Sequoia Hospital 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 Pamela Lewis accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?
Yes, Dr. Pamela Lewis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pamela Lewis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lewis's office at (415) 668-8060 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pamela Lewis?
Please contact Dr. Lewis's office at (415) 668-8060 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Pamela Lewis have?
Dr. Pamela Lewis is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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