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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Aufforth, Surgeon in Saint Paul, MN?
Dr. Rachel Aufforth, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Saint Paul, MN with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Aufforth is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aufforth’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aufforth’s office at (651) 241-5111.
Is Dr. Aufforth board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Rachel Aufforth, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Aufforth speak?
Dr. Aufforth and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Aufforth typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Aufforth 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. Aufforth. 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
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
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
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Aufforth typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Aufforth 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. Aufforth. 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:
- Parathyroid Gland Removal or Exploration
- Parathyroidectomy
- Parathyroid Gland Surgery
- Hyperparathyroidism Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 60500: Parathyroidectomy or exploration of parathyroid(s);
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
Also known as:
- Removal of One Side of Thyroid Gland
- Unilateral Thyroid Lobectomy
- Thyroid Lobe Removal
- Partial Thyroidectomy
- Isthmusectomy
CPT Codes:
- 60220: Total thyroid lobectomy, unilateral; with or without isthmusectomy
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:
- Partial Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Breast conserving surgery
- Quadrantectomy
- Segmentectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
Does Dr. Aufforth accept my insurance?
Dr. Aufforth accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (651) 241-5111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Aufforth accept in Saint Paul, MN?
Dr. Aufforth in Saint Paul, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medica Advantage
Medica Group
Medicare
UCare Minnesota
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Aufforth's office located?
Dr. Rachel Aufforth's Primary Practice
310 Smith Ave N Ste 300
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 241-5111
What is Dr. Aufforth's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Aufforth's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376791996.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aufforth?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Aufforth
What is Dr. Rachel Aufforth's specialty?
Dr. Aufforth is a Surgeon near Saint Paul, MN.
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. Rachel Aufforth affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Aufforth is affiliated with United Hospital, Abbott Northwestern Hospital, Mercy Hospital - Coon Rapids, Mn, Cambridge Medical Center, Owatonna 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 Rachel Aufforth accepting new patients in Saint Paul, MN?
Yes, Dr. Rachel Aufforth is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rachel Aufforth offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Aufforth's office at (651) 241-5111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rachel Aufforth?
Please contact Dr. Aufforth's office at (651) 241-5111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rachel Aufforth have?
Dr. Rachel Aufforth is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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