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Dr. Whitfield Growdon, MD

Dr. Whitfield Growdon, MD

New York, NY

16 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Growdon, Gynecologic Oncologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Whitfield Growdon, MD is a Gynecologic Oncologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 16 years. Dr. Growdon graduated from University of Massachusetts Med School. Dr. Growdon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Growdon’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Growdon’s office at (646) 501-4830.

    Where did Dr. Growdon go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University Of Ma Med Sch- Worcester Ma | University of Massachusetts Med School

    What languages does Dr. Growdon speak?

    Dr. Growdon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Growdon treat?

    As a Gynecologic Oncologist, Dr. Growdon 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. Growdon. 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:

    • Endometrial Cancer
    • Uterine Cancer
    • Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Malignant Endometrial Tumor
    • Endometrial Carcinoma
    • Cancer of the Endometrium

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C541: Malignant neoplasm of endometrium

    Also known as:

    • Ovarian Cancer
    • Ovarian Epithelial, Fallopian Tube, and Primary Peritoneal Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
    • Cancer of the ovary
    • Ovarian carcinoma
    • Female reproductive cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C569: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified ovary
    • C563: Malignant neoplasm of bilateral ovaries
    • C562: Malignant neoplasm of left ovary

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Chemotherapy
    • Cancer Immunotherapy
    • Chemo treatment
    • Oncology chemotherapy
    • Cancer drug therapy
    • Oncology immunotherapy
    • Immune therapy for cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
    • Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy

    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:

    • Abdominal or Pelvic Swelling, Mass, or Lump
    • Belly lump
    • Pelvic mass
    • Abdominal swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1900: Intra-abdominal and pelvic swelling, mass and lump, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Cervical Cancer
    • Malignant Cervical Tumor
    • Cervical Carcinoma
    • Cancer of the Cervix

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C539: Malignant neoplasm of cervix uteri, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Genetic Susceptibility to Breast Cancer
    • Breast cancer
    • Li-Fraumeni syndrome
    • Inherited Breast Cancer Risk
    • Hereditary Breast Cancer
    • BRCA Gene Mutation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1501: Genetic susceptibility to malignant neoplasm of breast

    What procedures does Dr. Growdon perform?

    As a Gynecologic Oncologist, Dr. Growdon 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. Growdon. 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:

    • Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
    • Laparoscopic Total Hysterectomy with Tube and/or Ovary Removal
    • Hysterectomy
    • Laparoscopy
    • Minimally Invasive Hysterectomy
    • Keyhole Hysterectomy
    • Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
    • Uterus Removal Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Total Hysterectomy
    • Laparoscopic Uterus Removal with Salpingo-oophorectomy
    • Total Hysterectomy (Laparoscopic)

    CPT Codes:

    • 58571: Laparoscopy, surgical, with total hysterectomy, for uterus 250 g or less; with removal of tube(s) and/or ovary(s)
    • 58573: Laparoscopy, surgical, with total hysterectomy, for uterus greater than 250 g; with removal of tube(s) and/or ovary(s)

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Ovarian and/or Fallopian Tube Removal
    • Laparoscopic Oophorectomy
    • Laparoscopic Salpingectomy
    • Minimally Invasive Adnexal Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 58661: Laparoscopy, surgical; with removal of adnexal structures (partial or total oophorectomy and/or salpingectomy)

    Also known as:

    • Hysteroscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
    • Biopsy
    • Hysteroscopy
    • Uterine Scope with Biopsy
    • Hysteroscopic Polypectomy
    • D&C with Hysteroscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 58558: Hysteroscopy, surgical; with sampling (biopsy) of endometrium and/or polypectomy, with or without D & C

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Lining Biopsy
    • Vaginal Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endometrial Biopsy
    • Uterine Biopsy
    • Cervical Biopsy
    • Endocervical Sampling
    • Vaginal Mucosa Biopsy
    • Vaginal Tissue Sample
    • Simple Vaginal Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 58100: Endometrial sampling (biopsy) with or without endocervical sampling (biopsy), without cervical dilation, any method (separate procedure)
    • 57100: Biopsy of vaginal mucosa; simple (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Endocervical Curettage
    • Cervical Scraping
    • Uterine Neck Biopsy
    • Endocervical Sampling

    CPT Codes:

    • 57505: Endocervical curettage (not done as part of a dilation and curettage)

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Removal of Pelvic Lesions
    • Minimally invasive ovarian lesion removal
    • Pelvic lesion excision laparoscopy
    • Peritoneal lesion fulguration
    • Endometriosis removal surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 58662: Laparoscopy, surgical; with fulguration or excision of lesions of the ovary, pelvic viscera, or peritoneal surface by any method

    Also known as:

    • IUD Insertion
    • Birth Control
    • Intrauterine device placement
    • IUD placement
    • Birth control implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 58300: Insertion of intrauterine device (IUD)

    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:

    • Retroperitoneal Lymph Node Biopsy (Laparoscopic)
    • Laparoscopic Lymph Node Sampling
    • Abdominal Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Retroperitoneal Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 38570: Laparoscopy, surgical; with retroperitoneal lymph node sampling (biopsy), single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Pelvic Lymph Node Removal
    • Minimally Invasive Pelvic Lymphadenectomy
    • Keyhole Pelvic Lymph Node Dissection
    • Bilateral Pelvic Lymph Node Excision
    • Laparoscopic Lymph Node Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 38571: Laparoscopy, surgical; with bilateral total pelvic lymphadenectomy

    Also known as:

    • Blood Transfusion
    • Blood Transfusion and Donation
    • Blood product transfusion
    • Red blood cell transfusion
    • Plasma transfusion

    CPT Codes:

    • 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Biopsy
    • Minimally Invasive Biopsy
    • Peritoneal Biopsy
    • Abdominal Biopsy via Laparoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 49321: Laparoscopy, surgical; with biopsy (single or multiple)

    Does Dr. Growdon accept my insurance?

    Dr. Growdon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (646) 501-4830 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Growdon accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Growdon in New York, 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

    • Cooperative Benefit Group

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Growdon's office located?

    Dr. Whitfield Growdon's Primary Practice

    240 E 38th St

    New York, NY 10016

    (646) 501-4830

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    Dr. Whitfield Growdon's Practice 2

    55 Fruit St Ste 9E

    Boston, MA 02114

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    What is Dr. Growdon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Growdon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669530481.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Growdon?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Growdon

    What is Dr. Whitfield Growdon's specialty?

    Dr. Growdon is a Gynecologic Oncologist near New York, NY. An obstetrician/gynecologist specializing in gynecologic oncology provides consultation and comprehensive management for patients with gynecologic cancer. This includes performing diagnostic and therapeutic procedures essential for the total care of patients with gynecologic cancer and addressing any resulting complications. Contact Dr. Growdon to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Whitfield Growdon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Growdon is affiliated with NYU Langone Health - Tisch Hospital 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 Whitfield Growdon accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Whitfield Growdon is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Whitfield Growdon offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Growdon's office at (646) 501-4830 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Whitfield Growdon?

    Please contact Dr. Growdon's office at (646) 501-4830 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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