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Who is Dr. Player, Surgical Oncologist in Lancaster, CA?
Dr. Heather Player, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Lancaster, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Player is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Player’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Player’s office at (661) 902-5600.
What languages does Dr. Player speak?
Dr. Player and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Player typically treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Player 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. Player. 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:
- Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
- Diffuse left female breast cancer
- Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left 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
What procedures does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Player typically perform?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Player 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. Player. 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:
- 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 Localization
- Breast clip placement
- Wire localization for breast surgery
- Radioactive seed placement in breast
- Ultrasound-guided breast marker
CPT Codes:
- 19285: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance
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:
- 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
Does Dr. Player accept my insurance?
Dr. Player accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 902-5600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Player accept in Lancaster, CA?
Dr. Player in Lancaster, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
H & R Block
Humana
Medicare
Not Specified
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Player's office located?
Dr. Heather Player's Primary Practice
44151 15th St W # 101
Lancaster, CA 93534
(661) 902-5600
What is Dr. Player's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Player's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023302973.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Player?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Player
What is Dr. Heather Player's specialty?
Dr. Player is a Surgical Oncologist near Lancaster, CA.
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. Heather Player affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Player is affiliated with Henry Mayo Newhall Hospital, City Of Hope - Duarte Cancer Center, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center, Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca) 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 Heather Player accepting new patients in Lancaster, CA?
Yes, Dr. Heather Player is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heather Player offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Player's office at (661) 902-5600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heather Player?
Please contact Dr. Player's office at (661) 902-5600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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