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Who is Dr. Zheleva, Surgical Oncologist in Upland, CA?
Dr. Vasilena Zheleva, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Upland, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Zheleva is fluent in English, Bulgarian, and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zheleva’s office at (623) 207-3000.
What languages does Dr. Zheleva speak?
Dr. Zheleva and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Bulgarian
English
Russian
What conditions does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Zheleva typically treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Zheleva 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. Zheleva. 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:
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Inner Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
- Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
- Upper-Inner Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
- Lower-Outer Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
- Lower-Inner Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
- Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
- Central Left Female Breast Cancer
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Left female breast cancer upper-inner
- Upper-inner left female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-inner left female breast
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ left breast
- Precancerous cells left breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer left breast
- DCIS left breast
- Right female breast cancer upper-inner
- Upper-inner right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-inner right female breast
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
- Precancerous cells right breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
- DCIS right breast
- Left female breast cancer lower-outer
- Lower-outer left female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in lower-outer left female breast
- Left female breast cancer lower-inner
- Lower-inner left female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in lower-inner left female breast
- Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
- Diffuse left female breast cancer
- Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
- Left female breast central tumor
- Malignant growth in central left female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50212: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of left female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast
- C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
- C50211: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of right female breast
- D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
- C50512: Malignant neoplasm of lower-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50312: Malignant neoplasm of lower-inner quadrant of left female breast
- C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
- C50112: Malignant neoplasm of central portion of left female breast
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:
- Benign Left Breast Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Breast Disease
- Non-cancerous left breast growth
- Left breast mass
- Left breast lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- D242: Benign neoplasm of left breast
What procedures does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Zheleva typically perform?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Zheleva 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. Zheleva. 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:
- 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:
- Modified Radical Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Breast Removal with Lymph Node Dissection
- Breast Cancer Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 19307: Mastectomy, modified radical, including axillary lymph nodes, with or without pectoralis minor muscle, but excluding pectoralis major muscle
Does Dr. Zheleva accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Zheleva's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Zheleva's office located?
Dr. Vasilena Zheleva's Primary Practice
1100 San Bernardino Rd Ste 1100
Upland, CA 91786
(623) 207-3000
What is Dr. Zheleva's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zheleva's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902049414.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zheleva?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zheleva
What is Dr. Vasilena Zheleva's specialty?
Dr. Zheleva is a Surgical Oncologist near Upland, 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. Vasilena Zheleva affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Zheleva is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Vasilena Zheleva accepting new patients in Upland, CA?
Yes, Dr. Vasilena Zheleva is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vasilena Zheleva offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zheleva's office at (623) 207-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vasilena Zheleva?
Please contact Dr. Zheleva's office at (623) 207-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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