Dr. Giovanni Begossi, MD
Oakland, CA
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Begossi, Surgical Oncologist in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Giovanni Begossi, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Begossi graduated from University degli Studi di Modena e Reggio Emilia Facolty di Medicina e Chirurgia and completed his residency at Univ Of Ma Med Sch, General Surgery. Dr. Begossi is fluent in English and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Begossi’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Begossi’s office at (510) 204-8168.
Where did Dr. Begossi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Ma Med Sch, General Surgery
Medical School: University Di Modena, Fac Di Med E Chirurgia | Universita Di Modena E Reggio Emilia, Facolta Di Medicina E Chirurgia | University degli Studi di Modena e Reggio Emilia Facolty di Medicina e Chirurgia
Is Dr. Begossi board certified as a Surgical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Giovanni Begossi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Begossi speak?
Dr. Begossi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
What conditions does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Begossi typically treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Begossi 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. Begossi. 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:
- Primary Hyperparathyroidism
- Parathyroid Disorder
- Familial isolated hyperparathyroidism
- Overactive Parathyroid Gland
- High Parathyroid Hormone
- PTH Overproduction
ICD-10 Codes:
- E210: Primary hyperparathyroidism
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Other non-cancerous neuroendocrine Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Other benign neuroendocrine growths
- Various non-cancerous hormone-producing tumors
ICD-10 Codes:
- D3A8: Other benign neuroendocrine tumors
What procedures does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Begossi typically perform?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Begossi 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. Begossi. 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:
- Parathyroid Gland Removal or Exploration
- Parathyroid Gland Transplant
- Parathyroidectomy
- Parathyroid Gland Surgery
- Hyperparathyroidism Surgery
- Parathyroid Autograft
- Parathyroid Tissue Transfer
- Parathyroid Reimplantation
CPT Codes:
- 60500: Parathyroidectomy or exploration of parathyroid(s);
- 60512: Parathyroid autotransplantation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Removal of One Side of Thyroid Gland
- Total Thyroid Removal
- Unilateral Thyroid Lobectomy
- Thyroid Lobe Removal
- Partial Thyroidectomy
- Isthmusectomy
- Complete thyroidectomy
- Thyroid gland removal
- Thyroid surgery
CPT Codes:
- 60220: Total thyroid lobectomy, unilateral; with or without isthmusectomy
- 60240: Thyroidectomy, total or complete
Also known as:
- Thyroid Core Needle Biopsy
- Percutaneous Thyroid Biopsy
- Thyroid Nodule Biopsy
- Needle Biopsy of Thyroid
CPT Codes:
- 60100: Biopsy thyroid, percutaneous core needle
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:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Does Dr. Begossi accept my insurance?
Dr. Begossi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 204-8168 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Begossi accept in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Begossi in Oakland, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
State of California
Sutter Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Begossi's office located?
Dr. Giovanni Begossi's Primary Practice
350 30th St Ste 411
Oakland, CA 94609
(510) 204-8168
What is Dr. Begossi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Begossi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053460873.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Begossi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Begossi
What is Dr. Giovanni Begossi's specialty?
Dr. Begossi is a Surgical Oncologist near Oakland, 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. Giovanni Begossi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Begossi is affiliated with Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, Sutter Delta Medical Center, Sutter Tracy Community Hospital, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, Eden Medical Center, Sutter Solano Medical Center 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 Giovanni Begossi accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?
Yes, Dr. Giovanni Begossi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Giovanni Begossi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Begossi's office at (510) 204-8168 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Giovanni Begossi?
Please contact Dr. Begossi's office at (510) 204-8168 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Giovanni Begossi have?
Dr. Giovanni Begossi is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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