Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Armani, Surgical Oncologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Ava Armani, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Armani graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, IL. Dr. Armani is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Armani’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Armani’s office at (858) 822-6100.
Where did Dr. Armani go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, IL | UC San Diego, School of Medicine, San Diego | UC San Francisco, San Francisco | Surgical Oncologist
Is Dr. Armani board certified as a Surgical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Ava Armani, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Armani speak?
Dr. Armani and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Armani typically treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Armani 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. Armani. 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:
- Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
- Breast Cancer
- Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ left breast
- Precancerous cells left breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer left breast
- DCIS left breast
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
- Diffuse left female breast cancer
- Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
- Precancerous cells right breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
- DCIS right breast
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites 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
- D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
- C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
What procedures does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Armani typically perform?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Armani 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. Armani. 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
- Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Breast conserving surgery
- Quadrantectomy
- Segmentectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Thoracic Paravertebral Nerve Block
- Mid-Back Nerve Block
- Thoracic Spinal Nerve Injection
- Paravertebral Pain Block
CPT Codes:
- 64461: Paravertebral block (PVB) (paraspinous block), thoracic; single injection site (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
Also known as:
- Thoracic Paravertebral Nerve Block (Additional Site)
- Thoracic PVB
- Paraspinous Block (Thoracic)
- Upper Back Nerve Block
- Thoracic Nerve Pain Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64462: Paravertebral block (PVB) (paraspinous block), thoracic; second and any additional injection site(s) (includes imaging guidance, when performed) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Armani accept my insurance?
Dr. Armani accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 822-6100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Armani accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Armani in San Diego, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Humana
Inland Empire Health Plan
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Armani's office located?
What is Dr. Armani's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Armani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861759383.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Armani?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Armani
What is Dr. Ava Armani's specialty?
Dr. Armani is a Surgical Oncologist near San Diego, 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. Ava Armani affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Armani is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Ava Armani accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ava Armani is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ava Armani offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Armani's office at (858) 822-6100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ava Armani?
Please contact Dr. Armani's office at (858) 822-6100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ava Armani have?
Dr. Ava Armani is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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