WY
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Young, Surgeon in Meriden, CT?
Dr. Whitney Young, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Meriden, CT with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Young graduated from University of Vermont, College of Medicine, Burlington and completed her residency at Brown University/Rhode Island Hospital-Lifespan Program. Dr. Young is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Young’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Young’s office at (203) 694-5228.
Where did Dr. Young go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brown University/Rhode Island Hospital-Lifespan Program
Medical School: University of Vermont, College of Medicine, Burlington
What languages does Dr. Young speak?
Dr. Young and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Young typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Young 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. Young. 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
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female 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:
- 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 a Surgeon like Dr. Young typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Young 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. Young. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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. Young accept my insurance?
Dr. Young accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 694-5228 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Young accept in Meriden, CT?
Dr. Young in Meriden, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Connecticut
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Young's office located?
What is Dr. Young's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Young's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831482934.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Young?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Young
What is Dr. Whitney Young's specialty?
Dr. Young is a Surgeon near Meriden, CT.
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. Whitney Young affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Young is affiliated with Midstate Medical Center, The Hospital Of Central Connecticut - New Britain General Campus, Smilow Cancer Hospital At Yale New Haven 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 Whitney Young accepting new patients in Meriden, CT?
Yes, Dr. Whitney Young is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Whitney Young offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Young's office at (203) 694-5228 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Whitney Young?
Please contact Dr. Young's office at (203) 694-5228 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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