Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fana, Surgeon in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Melissa Fana, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Fana graduated from Mount Sinai School of Medicine and completed her residency at North Shore University Hospital. Dr. Fana is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fana’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fana’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Fana?
Dr. Melissa Fana, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Fana empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Cancer & Surgery, Breast Cancer-High Risk Women, Breast Disease, Nipple Sparing Mastectomy, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Brooklyn, NY community, Dr. Fana is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Fana go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: William Beaumont Hospital of Royal Oak
Residency: North Shore University Hospital | North Shore
Medical School: Mount Sinai School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Fana speak?
Dr. Fana and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Fana typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Fana 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. Fana. 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
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right 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:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Fana typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Fana 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. Fana. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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 Lump Removal with Marker Guidance
- Image-Guided Breast Lesion Excision
- Wire-Localized Breast Biopsy
- Open Excision of Marked Breast Lesion
- Breast Mass Removal with Marker
CPT Codes:
- 19125: Excision of breast lesion identified by preoperative placement of radiological marker, open; single lesion
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:
- Skin Flap Surgery (Medium)
- Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
- Local Flap Surgery
- Skin Graft (Adjacent Tissue)
CPT Codes:
- 14301: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; defect 30.1 sq cm to 60.0 sq cm
Does Dr. Fana accept my insurance?
Dr. Fana accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fana accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Fana in Brooklyn, NY 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)
EmblemHealth
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Fana's office located?
What is Dr. Fana's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fana's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104073832.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fana?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fana
What is Dr. Melissa Fana's specialty?
Dr. Fana is a Surgeon near Brooklyn, NY.
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. Melissa Fana affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fana is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Nyu Langone Hospital – Brooklyn 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 Melissa Fana accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Fana is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Fana offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fana's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Fana?
Please contact Dr. Fana's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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