23 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nakhlis, Surgical Oncologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Faina Nakhlis, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Nakhlis graduated from Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center and completed her residency at Nwstn University Med School. Dr. Nakhlis is fluent in English, Russian, and Ukrainian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nakhlis’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nakhlis’s office at (617) 632-3010.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Nakhlis?
Dr. Faina Nakhlis, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgical Oncologist 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. Nakhlis empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Cancer & Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston/MA community, Dr. Nakhlis is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Nakhlis go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Nwstn University Med School
Medical School: Rush Medical College of Rush University Medical Center
Is Dr. Nakhlis board certified as a Surgical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Faina Nakhlis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Nakhlis speak?
Dr. Nakhlis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
Ukrainian
What conditions does Dr. Nakhlis treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Nakhlis 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. Nakhlis. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
- Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
- Genetic Susceptibility to Breast Cancer
- Breast cancer
- Li-Fraumeni syndrome
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ left breast
- Precancerous cells left breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer left breast
- DCIS left breast
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
- Precancerous cells right breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
- DCIS right breast
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Inherited Breast Cancer Risk
- Hereditary Breast Cancer
- BRCA Gene Mutation
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast
- D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
- Z1501: Genetic susceptibility to malignant neoplasm of 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
What procedures does Dr. Nakhlis perform?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Nakhlis 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. Nakhlis. 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 here.
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:
- 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
Does Dr. Nakhlis accept my insurance?
Dr. Nakhlis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 632-3010 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nakhlis accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Nakhlis in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Nakhlis' office located?
What is Dr. Nakhlis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nakhlis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013995497.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nakhlis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nakhlis
What is Dr. Faina Nakhlis's specialty?
Dr. Nakhlis is a Surgical Oncologist near Boston, MA. 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. Contact Dr. Nakhlis to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Faina Nakhlis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nakhlis is affiliated with Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital 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 Faina Nakhlis accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Faina Nakhlis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Faina Nakhlis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nakhlis's office at (617) 632-3010 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Faina Nakhlis?
Please contact Dr. Nakhlis's office at (617) 632-3010 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Faina Nakhlis have?
Dr. Faina Nakhlis is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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