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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Minami, Surgeon in Boston, MA?
Dr. Christina Minami, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Minami graduated from University of California. Dr. Minami is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Minami’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Minami’s office at (617) 632-3800.
Where did Dr. Minami go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of California
What languages does Dr. Minami speak?
Dr. Minami and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Minami treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Minami 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. Minami. 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
- Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
- Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ left breast
- Precancerous cells left breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer left breast
- DCIS left breast
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
- Precancerous cells right breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
- DCIS right breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
- D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast
- D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right 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
Also known as:
- Genetic Counseling
- Genetic risk assessment
- Hereditary counseling
- DNA counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7183: Encounter for nonprocreative genetic counseling
What procedures does Dr. Minami perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Minami 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. Minami. 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:
- 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:
- Partial Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Breast conserving surgery
- Quadrantectomy
- Segmentectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
Does Dr. Minami accept my insurance?
Dr. Minami accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 632-3800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Minami accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Minami in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal Employee Program
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
State of Nevada
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Minami's office located?
Dr. Christina Minami's Primary Practice
450 Brookline Ave
Boston, MA 02215
(617) 632-3800
Dr. Christina Minami's Practice 3
251 E Huron St # 3-150
Chicago, IL 60611
(808) 754-1213
What is Dr. Minami's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Minami's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013201888.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Minami?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Minami
What is Dr. Christina Minami's specialty?
Dr. Minami is a Surgeon near Boston, MA. 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. Minami to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christina Minami affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Minami is affiliated with Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Emerson Health, Brigham and Women's 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 Christina Minami accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Christina Minami is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christina Minami offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Minami's office at (617) 632-3800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christina Minami?
Please contact Dr. Minami's office at (617) 632-3800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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