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Dr. Blaine Morton, MD
Fontana, CA
38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Morton, Surgical Oncologist in Fontana, CA?
Dr. Blaine Morton, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Fontana, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Morton graduated from Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University and completed his residency at City Of Hope Natl Med Ctr, Medical Oncology; St Luke'S-Roosevelt-St Lukes D, General Surgery. Dr. Morton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Morton’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Morton’s office at (909) 427-3910.
Where did Dr. Morton go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: City Of Hope Natl Med Ctr, Medical Oncology; St Luke'S-Roosevelt-St Lukes D, General Surgery | City Of Hope National Med Center
Medical School: Jawaharlal Institute of Post Graduate Medicine Research, Pondicherry University
Is Dr. Morton board certified as a Surgical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Blaine Morton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Morton speak?
Dr. Morton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Morton typically treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Morton 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. Morton. 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:
- Soft Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Connective tissue problems
- Muscle disorders
- Soft tissue conditions
ICD-10 Codes:
- M799: Soft tissue disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lipoma
- Benign Tumor
- Fatty tumor
- Fatty lump
- Benign fatty growth
- Adipose tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D179: Benign lipomatous neoplasm, unspecified
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 Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Morton typically perform?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Morton 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. Morton. 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:
- Large Benign Skin Lesion Removal
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesion
- Benign Skin Growth Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
- Large Skin Lesion Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
- Mole Removal
- Skin Tumor Excision
CPT Codes:
- 11406: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm
- 11403: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesion (Trunk/Limbs)
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesion
- Benign Skin Growth Excision
- Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
- Mole Removal (Large)
- Excision of Non-Cancerous Skin Lesion
CPT Codes:
- 11404: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 3.1 to 4.0 cm
- 11401: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
Also known as:
- Simple Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Complete Mastectomy
- Breast Removal Surgery
- Total Mastectomy
- Unilateral Mastectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19303: Mastectomy, simple, complete
Also known as:
- Breast Lesion Excision
- Breast Cyst Removal
- Fibroadenoma Excision
- Breast Tumor Removal
- Nipple/Areolar Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 19120: Excision of cyst, fibroadenoma, or other benign or malignant tumor, aberrant breast tissue, duct lesion, nipple or areolar lesion (except 19300), open, male or female, 1 or more lesions
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)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Does Dr. Morton accept my insurance?
Dr. Morton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (909) 427-3910 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Morton accept in Fontana, CA?
Dr. Morton in Fontana, 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Morton's office located?
What is Dr. Morton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Morton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609924513.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Morton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Morton
What is Dr. Blaine Morton's specialty?
Dr. Morton is a Surgical Oncologist near Fontana, 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. Blaine Morton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Morton is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, San Antonio Regional Hospital, Redlands Community 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 Blaine Morton accepting new patients in Fontana, CA?
Yes, Dr. Blaine Morton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Blaine Morton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Morton's office at (909) 427-3910 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Blaine Morton?
Please contact Dr. Morton's office at (909) 427-3910 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Blaine Morton have?
Dr. Blaine Morton is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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