Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ridgeway, Surgeon in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Calvin Ridgeway, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Ridgeway graduated from Tulane Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at Truman Med Ctr-West, General Surgery. Dr. Ridgeway is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ridgeway’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ridgeway’s office at (305) 475-3500.
Where did Dr. Ridgeway go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Truman Med Ctr-West, General Surgery | Truman Med Center West | KCUMB-COMEC/UMKC/Truman Medical Center Lakewood Program
Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La | Tulane University of Louisiana -- | Tulane Univ School of Medicine
Is Dr. Ridgeway board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Calvin Ridgeway, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Ridgeway speak?
Dr. Ridgeway and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Ridgeway typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Ridgeway 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. Ridgeway. 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
- Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ left breast
- Precancerous cells left breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer left breast
- DCIS left breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Ridgeway typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Ridgeway 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. Ridgeway. 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:
- Skin Flap Surgery (Medium)
- Adjacent Tissue Transfer (Additional Area)
- Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
- Local Flap Surgery
- Skin Graft (Adjacent Tissue)
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Tissue Rearrangement
- Local Flap Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 14301: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; defect 30.1 sq cm to 60.0 sq cm
- 14302: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; each additional 30.0 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Partial Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Breast conserving surgery
- Quadrantectomy
- Segmentectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
Also known as:
- Breast Lesion Localization
- Breast Lesion Localization for Surgery
- Breast clip placement
- Wire localization for breast surgery
- Radioactive seed placement in breast
- Ultrasound-guided breast marker
- Breast Clip Placement
- Breast Seed Placement
- Stereotactic Breast Localization
- Wire Localization for Breast Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 19285: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance
- 19283: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including stereotactic 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:
- 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:
- Breast Cancer Margin Check During Surgery
- Intraoperative Margin Assessment
- Radiofrequency Spectroscopy for Breast Cancer
- Real-Time Margin Analysis
- Partial Mastectomy Margin Check
CPT Codes:
- 0546T: Radiofrequency Spectroscopy, Real Time, Intraoperative Margin Assessment, At The Time Of Partial Mastectomy, With Report
Does Dr. Ridgeway accept my insurance?
Dr. Ridgeway accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 475-3500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ridgeway accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Ridgeway in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Health Care Service Corporation
HealthRight Group
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Ridgeway's office located?
Dr. Calvin Ridgeway's Practice 2
715 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Ave NE Ste 301
Albuquerque, NM 87102
What is Dr. Ridgeway's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ridgeway's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184718579.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ridgeway?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ridgeway
What is Dr. Calvin Ridgeway's specialty?
Dr. Ridgeway is a Surgeon near Albuquerque, NM.
What does a Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Calvin Ridgeway affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ridgeway is affiliated with Lovelace Women's Hospital, Lovelace Medical Center, Christus St. Vincent Regional Medical Center, Lovelace Westside 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 Calvin Ridgeway accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes, Dr. Calvin Ridgeway is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Calvin Ridgeway offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ridgeway's office at (305) 475-3500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Calvin Ridgeway?
Please contact Dr. Ridgeway's office at (305) 475-3500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Calvin Ridgeway have?
Dr. Calvin Ridgeway is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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