23 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Lea, Gynecologic Oncologist in Fort Worth, TX?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Lea?
Dr. Jayanthi Lea, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Gynecologic Oncologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Lea empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cervical Cancer, Endometrial Cancer, Gynecologic Cancers, Gynecologic Surgery, Hysterectomy, Laparoscopic Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Ovarian Cancer, Robotic Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Fort Worth, TX community, Dr. Lea is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Lea go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: UT Southwestern Medical Center, Gynecologic Oncology | University of Texas Southwestern, Gynecologic Oncology, TX, Dallas
Residency: Riverside Methodist Hosp, Obstetrics And Gynecology | OhioHealth - Riverside Methodist Hospital, Columbus
Medical School: The Brody School Of Medicine At East Carolina University
Is Dr. Lea board certified as a Gynecologic Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Jayanthi Lea, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 2008, American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology since 2005
What languages does Dr. Lea speak?
Dr. Lea and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Tamil
What conditions does a Gynecologic Oncologist like Dr. Lea typically treat?
As a Gynecologic Oncologist, Dr. Lea 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. Lea. 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:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Ovarian Cancer
- Ovarian Epithelial, Fallopian Tube, and Primary Peritoneal Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Cancer of the ovary
- Ovarian carcinoma
- Female reproductive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C569: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified ovary
Also known as:
- Endometrial Cancer
- Uterine Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Malignant Endometrial Tumor
- Endometrial Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Endometrium
ICD-10 Codes:
- C541: Malignant neoplasm of endometrium
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
What procedures does a Gynecologic Oncologist like Dr. Lea typically perform?
As a Gynecologic Oncologist, Dr. Lea 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. Lea. 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:
- Uterine Lining Biopsy
- Vaginal Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endometrial Biopsy
- Uterine Biopsy
- Cervical Biopsy
- Endocervical Sampling
- Vaginal Mucosa Biopsy
- Vaginal Tissue Sample
- Simple Vaginal Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 58100: Endometrial sampling (biopsy) with or without endocervical sampling (biopsy), without cervical dilation, any method (separate procedure)
- 57100: Biopsy of vaginal mucosa; simple (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
- Hysterectomy
- Laparoscopy
- Minimally Invasive Hysterectomy
- Keyhole Hysterectomy
- Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
- Uterus Removal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 58571: Laparoscopy, surgical, with total hysterectomy, for uterus 250 g or less; with removal of tube(s) and/or ovary(s)
Also known as:
- Vulva or Perineum Biopsy (One Lesion)
- Genital Skin Biopsy
- Perineal Biopsy
- Vulvar Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 56605: Biopsy of vulva or perineum (separate procedure); 1 lesion
Also known as:
- Hysteroscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
- Biopsy
- Hysteroscopy
- Uterine Scope with Biopsy
- Hysteroscopic Polypectomy
- D&C with Hysteroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 58558: Hysteroscopy, surgical; with sampling (biopsy) of endometrium and/or polypectomy, with or without D & C
Also known as:
- Retroperitoneal Lymph Node Biopsy (Laparoscopic)
- Laparoscopic Lymph Node Sampling
- Abdominal Lymph Node Biopsy
- Retroperitoneal Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 38570: Laparoscopy, surgical; with retroperitoneal lymph node sampling (biopsy), single or multiple
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. Lea accept my insurance?
Dr. Lea accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lea accept in Fort Worth, TX?
Dr. Lea in Fort Worth, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Lea's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Lea affiliated with?
Dr. Lea has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Member
Society of Gynecologic Oncology
Member
What is Dr. Lea's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lea's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912963497.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lea?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lea