34 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wei, Cytopathologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Xiao-Jun Wei, MD is a Cytopathologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. She has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Wei completed her residency at Mem Sloan-Kettering Cancer Ctr, Selective Pathology; Nyu Hospitals Center, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Wei is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wei’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wei’s office.
Where did Dr. Wei go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: New York University | Memorial Sloan-Ketteriing Cancer Center (Oncologic Pathology), Clinical Fellowships
Residency: Mem Sloan-Kettering Cancer Ctr, Selective Pathology; Nyu Hospitals Center, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology
Medical School: West China University of Medical Sciences
Is Dr. Wei board certified as a Cytopathologist?
Yes, Dr. Xiao-Jun Wei, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology , American Board of Pathology since 2003, American Board of Pathology since 2014
What languages does Dr. Wei speak?
Dr. Wei and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Cytopathologist like Dr. Wei typically treat?
As a Cytopathologist, Dr. Wei 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. Wei. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Benign Bladder Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Bladder Disease
- Non-cancerous bladder growth
- Benign bladder neoplasm
- Bladder polyp
ICD-10 Codes:
- D303: Benign neoplasm of bladder
Also known as:
- Abnormal Cell Findings in Organs, Systems, or Tissues
- Unusual Cell Sample Results
- Atypical Cytology
- Abnormal Cell Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R896: Abnormal cytological findings in specimens from other organs, systems and tissues
Also known as:
- Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Enlarged glands in one area
- Local lymphadenopathy
- Swollen glands
ICD-10 Codes:
- R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes
Also known as:
- Secondary Cancer in Head and Neck Lymph Nodes
- Cancer
- Metastatic Cancer to Neck Lymph Nodes
- Head and Neck Lymph Node Cancer Spread
- Lymph Node Metastasis in Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- C770: Secondary and unspecified malignant neoplasm of lymph nodes of head, face and neck
Also known as:
- Abnormal Urine Cell Test
- Urinalysis
- Urine and Urination
- Unusual urine cytology
- Abnormal urine histology
- Cells in urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R8289: Other abnormal findings on cytological and histological examination of urine
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
What procedures does a Cytopathologist like Dr. Wei typically perform?
As a Cytopathologist, Dr. Wei 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. Wei. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
- Needle Biopsy with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
- 10006: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; each additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Wei accept my insurance?
Dr. Wei 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. Wei accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Wei 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
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Wei's office located?
What is Dr. Wei's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wei's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376604884.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wei?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wei
What is Dr. Xiao-Jun Wei's specialty?
Dr. Wei is a Cytopathologist near New York, NY.
What does a Cytopathologist do?
A cytopathologist is an anatomic pathologist with specialization in diagnosing diseases by studying cells collected from body fluids and secretions. This involves scraping, washing, or sponging the surface of a lesion, or using fine-needle aspiration to obtain samples from tumor masses or organs. A key aspect of their practice is interpreting Papanicolaou-stained smears, commonly known as the "Pap" test," from the female reproductive system. Their expertise is also applied to the diagnosis of cells from all different systems and areas of the human body. This makes them a valuable consultant to all medical specialists.
Is this Dr. Xiao-Jun Wei affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wei is affiliated with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center 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
When to see a Cytopathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Xiao-Jun Wei accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Xiao-Jun Wei is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Xiao-Jun Wei offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wei's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Xiao-Jun Wei?
Please contact Dr. Wei's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Xiao-Jun Wei have?
Dr. Xiao-Jun Wei is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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1275 York Ave
New York, NY 10065