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Dr. Michael Cowher, MD
Cranberry Twp, PA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cowher, Surgical Oncologist in Cranberry Twp, PA?
Dr. Michael Cowher, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Cranberry Twp, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Cowher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cowher’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cowher’s office at (855) 988-2273.
Is Dr. Cowher board certified as a Surgical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Michael Cowher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Cowher speak?
Dr. Cowher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Cowher typically treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Cowher 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. Cowher. 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 Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Cancer
- Post-cancer surgery care
- Oncology aftercare
- Cancer recovery follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ left breast
- Precancerous cells left breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer left breast
- DCIS left breast
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
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 Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Cowher typically perform?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Cowher 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. Cowher. 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 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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. Cowher accept my insurance?
Dr. Cowher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (855) 988-2273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cowher accept in Cranberry Twp, PA?
Dr. Cowher in Cranberry Twp, 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 of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Medicare
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Cowher's office located?
Upmc Passavant Cranberry
1 Saint Francis Way Ste 206
Cranberry Twp, PA 16066
(855) 988-2273
What is Dr. Cowher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cowher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669622734.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cowher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cowher
What is Dr. Michael Cowher's specialty?
Dr. Cowher is a Surgical Oncologist near Cranberry Twp, 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. Michael Cowher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cowher is affiliated with Upmc Passavant-Mccandless, Meadville Medical Center, Butler Memorial 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 Michael Cowher accepting new patients in Cranberry Twp, PA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Cowher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Cowher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cowher's office at (855) 988-2273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Cowher?
Please contact Dr. Cowher's office at (855) 988-2273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Cowher have?
Dr. Michael Cowher is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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