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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alfonse, Surgical Oncologist in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Lori Alfonse, DO is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Allentown, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Alfonse graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Alfonse is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alfonse’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alfonse’s office.
Where did Dr. Alfonse go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Philadelphia Coll of Osteo Med, Philadelphia Pa | Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Alfonse speak?
Dr. Alfonse and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Alfonse typically treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Alfonse 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. Alfonse. 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 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
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
Also known as:
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
Also known as:
- Other Specific Breast Disorder
- Breast Disease
- Various breast conditions
- Miscellaneous breast ailments
- Specific breast problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6489: Other specified disorders of breast
What procedures does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Alfonse typically perform?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Alfonse 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. Alfonse. 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:
- 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 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:
- Breast Lump Removal with Marker Guidance
- Image-Guided Breast Lesion Excision
- Wire-Localized Breast Biopsy
- Open Excision of Marked Breast Lesion
- Breast Mass Removal with Marker
CPT Codes:
- 19125: Excision of breast lesion identified by preoperative placement of radiological marker, open; single lesion
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)
Does Dr. Alfonse accept my insurance?
Dr. Alfonse 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. Alfonse accept in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Alfonse in Allentown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Capital Blue Cross
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Employer Health Options Administered Payer
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Spectrum
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Alfonse's office located?
What is Dr. Alfonse's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alfonse's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558432898.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alfonse?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alfonse
What is Dr. Lori Alfonse's specialty?
Dr. Alfonse is a Surgical Oncologist near Allentown, PA.
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 this Dr. Lori Alfonse affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alfonse is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Schuylkill S. Jackson Street, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton, Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono, Jefferson Einstein Montgomery 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 Lori Alfonse accepting new patients in Allentown, PA?
Yes, Dr. Lori Alfonse is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lori Alfonse offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alfonse's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lori Alfonse?
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