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Dr. Atsuko Okabe, MD

Glen Burnie, MD

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Okabe, Surgeon in Glen Burnie, MD?

    Dr. Atsuko Okabe, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Glen Burnie, MD with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Okabe graduated from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, General Surgery. Dr. Okabe is fluent in English and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Okabe’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Okabe’s office.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Okabe?

    Dr. Atsuko Okabe, 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. Okabe empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Glen Burnie/MD community, Dr. Okabe is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Nm Sch Of Med, General Surgery

    • Medical School: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Okabe board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Atsuko Okabe, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Okabe speak?

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

    • English

    • Japanese

    What conditions does Dr. Okabe treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Okabe 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. Okabe. 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
    • Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
    • Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma
    • Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
    • Diffuse left female breast cancer
    • Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
    • Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
    • Precancerous cells right breast
    • Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
    • DCIS right breast

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
    • C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
    • C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
    • D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right 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

    Also known as:

    • Fibrocystic Breast Changes
    • Breast Disease
    • Cystic breasts
    • Fibrocystic disease
    • Lumpy breasts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N6019: Diffuse cystic mastopathy of unspecified breast

    Also known as:

    • Lump in Right Breast
    • Breast Disease
    • Right breast mass
    • Right breast lesion
    • Right breast nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N6310: Unspecified lump in the right breast, unspecified quadrant

    What procedures does Dr. Okabe perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Okabe 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. Okabe. 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:

    • 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:

    • Breast Tissue Expander Placement
    • Breast Reconstruction
    • Breast Reconstruction with Expanders
    • Tissue Expander Surgery (Breast)
    • Breast Implant Preparation

    CPT Codes:

    • 19357: Tissue expander placement in breast reconstruction, including subsequent expansion(s)

    Also known as:

    • Breast Lesion Excision
    • Breast Cyst Removal
    • Fibroadenoma Excision
    • Breast Tumor Removal
    • Nipple/Areolar Lesion Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 19120: Excision of cyst, fibroadenoma, or other benign or malignant tumor, aberrant breast tissue, duct lesion, nipple or areolar lesion (except 19300), open, male or female, 1 or more lesions

    Also known as:

    • Biologic Implant for Soft Tissue Reinforcement
    • Acellular Dermal Matrix Implant
    • Breast Reinforcement Implant
    • Trunk Soft Tissue Repair
    • Tissue Scaffold Implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 15777: Implantation of biologic implant (eg, acellular dermal matrix) for soft tissue reinforcement (ie, breast, trunk) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    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:

    • Injection to Test Blood Flow in Skin Graft
    • Flap or Graft Blood Flow Test
    • Fluorescein Injection for Vascularity
    • Vascular Flow Assessment

    CPT Codes:

    • 15860: Intravenous injection of agent (eg, fluorescein) to test vascular flow in flap or graft

    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)

    Also known as:

    • Radioactive Tracer Injection for Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Sentinel Node Mapping Injection
    • Lymph Node Tracer Injection
    • Radioactive Dye for Lymph Nodes
    • Sentinel Lymph Node Identification

    CPT Codes:

    • 38792: Injection procedure; radioactive tracer for identification of sentinel node

    Also known as:

    • Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Superficial Lymph Node Excision
    • Open Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Lymph Gland Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 38500: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, superficial

    Also known as:

    • Multi-Layer Compression for Arm and Hand
    • Arm compression wrap
    • Lymphedema arm treatment
    • Multi-layer bandage arm
    • Compression dressing upper limb

    CPT Codes:

    • 29584: Application of multi-layer compression system; upper arm, forearm, hand, and fingers

    Does Dr. Okabe accept my insurance?

    Dr. Okabe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Okabe accept in Glen Burnie, MD?

    Dr. Okabe in Glen Burnie, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Medicare

    • State of Maryland

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Okabe's office located?

    Dr. Atsuko Okabe's Primary Practice

    1406 Crain Hwy S Ste 106

    Glen Burnie, MD 21061

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    Dr. Atsuko Okabe's Practice 2

    100 Walter Ward Blvd Ste 200

    Abingdon, MD 21009

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    Dr. Atsuko Okabe's Practice 3

    9101 Franklin Square Dr Ste 110

    Rosedale, MD 21237

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

    Dr. Okabe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407868391.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Okabe?

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

    What is Dr. Atsuko Okabe's specialty?

    Dr. Okabe is a Surgeon near Glen Burnie, MD. 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. Okabe to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Atsuko Okabe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Okabe is affiliated with MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center 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 Atsuko Okabe accepting new patients in Glen Burnie, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Atsuko Okabe is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Atsuko Okabe offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Okabe's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Atsuko Okabe?

    Please contact Dr. Okabe's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Atsuko Okabe have?

    Dr. Atsuko Okabe is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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