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Dr. Tomasine Fodera

Surgical Oncologist, Hematology / Oncology Specialist

Staten Island, NY

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fodera, Surgical Oncologist in Staten Island, NY?

    Dr. Tomasine Fodera is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Staten Island, NY with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Fodera graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Monmouth Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Fodera is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fodera’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fodera’s office at (718) 815-8100.

    Where did Dr. Fodera go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Monmouth Med Ctr, General Surgery | Monmouth Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc | Georgetown University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Fodera board certified as a Surgical Oncologist?

    Yes, Dr. Tomasine Fodera is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Fodera speak?

    Dr. Fodera and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Fodera typically treat?

    As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Fodera 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. Fodera. 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:

    • 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:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    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

    Also known as:

    • Family History of Breast Cancer
    • Breast Cancer
    • Family History
    • Hereditary breast cancer risk
    • Genetic predisposition to breast cancer
    • Breast cancer in the family

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z803: Family history of malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Breast Atrophy
    • Breast Disease
    • Shrinking breasts
    • Breast tissue loss
    • Mammary atrophy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N642: Atrophy of breast

    Also known as:

    • Personal History of Breast Cancer
    • Breast Cancer
    • Past breast cancer
    • Previous mammary malignancy
    • History of breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Breast Pain
    • Breast Disease
    • Mastalgia
    • Tender Breasts
    • Sore Breasts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N644: Mastodynia

    Also known as:

    • Benign Breast Changes
    • Breast Disease
    • Non-cancerous breast conditions
    • Fibrocystic breast changes
    • Mammary dysplasia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N6099: Unspecified benign mammary dysplasia of unspecified breast

    What procedures does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Fodera typically perform?

    As a Surgical Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Tomasine Fodera may include:

    Please contact Dr. Fodera's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Fodera accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fodera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 815-8100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fodera accept in Staten Island, NY?

    Dr. Fodera in Staten Island, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Promedica Health Systems

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Fodera's office located?

    Dr. Tomasine Fodera's Primary Practice

    2235 Clove Rd Ste 1

    Staten Island, NY 10305

    (718) 815-8100

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    Dr. Tomasine Fodera's Practice 2

    9036 7th Ave Rm N128

    Brooklyn, NY 11228

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    What is Dr. Fodera's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Fodera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003887134.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fodera?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fodera

    What is Dr. Tomasine Fodera's specialty?

    Dr. Fodera is a Surgical Oncologist near Staten Island, NY.

    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 Dr. Tomasine Fodera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fodera is affiliated with Staten Island University Hospital - North, Suny Downstate Medical Center (university Hospital Of Brooklyn) 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

    When to see a Surgical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Surgical Oncologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Tomasine Fodera accepting new patients in Staten Island, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Tomasine Fodera is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tomasine Fodera offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fodera's office at (718) 815-8100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Tomasine Fodera?

    Please contact Dr. Fodera's office at (718) 815-8100 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Fodera's office located?

    Dr. Fodera's offices are located in Staten Island, NY and Brooklyn, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Tomasine Fodera have?

    Dr. Tomasine Fodera is certified by the American Board of Surgery.