39 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wapnir, Surgeon in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Irene Wapnir, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Wapnir graduated from Universidad Autonoma Metropolitana, Mexico and completed her residency at Umdnj-R W Johnson Med Sch, Other Specialty; Lincoln Med Mntl Hlth Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Wapnir is fluent in English, Hebrew, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wapnir’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wapnir’s office at (650) 736-1353.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Wapnir?
Dr. Irene Wapnir, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Wapnir empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Cancer, Breast Surgery, Clinical Trials, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Stanford, CA community, Dr. Wapnir is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Wapnir go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital
Residency: Umdnj-R W Johnson Med Sch, Other Specialty; Lincoln Med Mntl Hlth Ctr, General Surgery | New York Medical College
Medical School: University Auto Metro Xochimilco, Div De Cien Bio Y De La Salud, Mexico Df | Universidad Autonoma Metropolitana | Universidad Autonoma Metropolitana, Mexico
Is Dr. Wapnir board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Irene Wapnir, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Surgery since 1986
What languages does Dr. Wapnir speak?
Dr. Wapnir and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
Spanish
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Wapnir typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Wapnir 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. Wapnir. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
Also known as:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Wapnir typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Wapnir 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. Wapnir. 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:
- 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:
- Breast Lesion Localization
- Breast Marker Placement
- Wire Localization Breast
- Mammographic Guided Breast Localization
CPT Codes:
- 19281: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including mammographic guidance
Also known as:
- Breast Lesion Localization
- Breast clip placement
- Wire localization for breast surgery
- Radioactive seed placement in breast
- Ultrasound-guided breast marker
CPT Codes:
- 19285: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Breast Lump Removal with Marker Guidance
- Image-Guided Breast Lesion Excision
- Wire-Localized Breast Biopsy
- Open Excision of Marked Breast Lesion
- Breast Mass Removal with Marker
CPT Codes:
- 19125: Excision of breast lesion identified by preoperative placement of radiological marker, open; single lesion
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:
- 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)
Does Dr. Wapnir accept my insurance?
Dr. Wapnir accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 736-1353 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wapnir accept in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Wapnir in Stanford, 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
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Medicare
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Valley Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Wapnir's office located?
Recognitions
Publications
Chemotherapy for isolated locoregiol recurrence of breast cancer (CALOR): a randomised trial
, 2014
Intraoperative imaging of nipple perfusion patterns
, 2014
Outcomes of Partial Mastectomy in Male Breast Cancer Patients: Alysis of SEER, 1983-2009
, 2013
The diagnostic value of nipple discharge cytology
, 2012
MRI Enhancement Correlates With High Grade Desmoid Tumor of Breast
, 2012
Long-Term Outcomes of Invasive Ipsilateral Breast Tumor Recurrences After Lumpectomy in NSABP B
, 2011
Eusorbents and Eusorption: A Review of Physiological Events to Therapeutic Concepts
, 2011
In Situ Vaccition With a TLR9 Agonist Induces Systemic Lymphoma Regression: A Phase I/II Study
, 2010
Breast cancer brain metastases express the sodium iodide symporter
, 2010
Timing of Breast Cancer Treatments with Oocyte Retrieval and Embryo Cryopreservation
, 2009
Prognosis After Ipsilateral Breast Tumor Recurrence
, 2009
Association of reactive oxygen species levels and radioresistance in cancer stem cells
, 2009
Endogenous NIS Expression in Triple-Negative Breast Cancers
, 2009
Progress on BIG 1-02/IBCSG 27-02/NSABP B-37
, 2008
A randomized clinical trial of adjuvant chemotherapy for radically resected locoregiol relapse of
, 2008
Leiomyosarcoma of the breast in a patient with a 10-year-history of cyclophosphamide exposure
, 2008
Progress on BIG 1-02/IBCSG 27-2/NSABP B-37
, 2008
Egg retrieval with cryopreservation does not delay breast cancer treatment
, 2007
Expression of the +/I- symporter (NIS)
, 2007
Expression of the +/I- symporter (NIS) is markedly decreased or absent in gastric cancer
, 2007
Resolution of hypoalbuminemia after excision of malignt phyllodes tumor
, 2006
Prognosis after ipsilateral breast tumor recurrence
, 2006
Magnetic resonce imaging of suspicious breast masses seen on one mammographic view.
, 2004
The +/I- symporter mediates iodide uptake in breast cancer metastases
, 2004
Immunohistochemical profile of the sodium
, 2003
The inverse relationship between microvessel counts and tumor volume in breast cancer.
, 2001
The mammary gland iodide transporter is expressed during lactation and in breast cancer
, 2000
The verbal abuse of resident physicians
, 1999
Three dimensiol staging of breast cancer
, 1996
Mammographic changes following biopsy and lumpectomy-breast irradiation.
, 1993
COMPARTMENT SYNDROME IN COMBINED ARTERIAL AND VENOUS INJURIES OF THE LOWER-EXTREMITY
, 1989
NONOPERATIVE MAGEMENT VERSUS EARLY OPERATION FOR BLUNT SPLENIC TRAUMA IN ADULTS
, 1988
PORTAL-VEIN INJURIES - NONINVASIVE FOLLOW-UP OF VENORRHAPHY
, 1987
Ex vivo Evans blue assessment of the blood brain barrier
, 2014
Chemotherapy for isolated locoregional recurrence of breast cancer (CALOR): a randomised trial
, 2014
Intraoperative imaging of nipple perfusion patterns
, 2014
Outcomes of Partial Mastectomy in Male Breast Cancer Patients: Analysis of SEER, 1983-2009
, 2013
Poor compliance with breast cancer treatment guidelines in men undergoing breast
, 2013
The diagnostic value of nipple discharge cytology
, 2012
MRI Enhancement Correlates With High Grade Desmoid Tumor of Breast
, 2012
Integration and safety of fertility preservation in a breast cancer program
, 2012
Long-Term Outcomes of Invasive Ipsilateral Breast Tumor Recurrences After Lumpectomy in NSABP B
, 2011
KT5823 Differentially Modulates Sodium Iodide Symporter Expression, Activity
, 2011
Eusorbents and Eusorption: A Review of Physiological Events to Therapeutic Concepts
, 2011
In Situ Vaccination With a TLR9 Agonist Induces Systemic Lymphoma Regression: A Phase I/II Study
, 2010
Breast cancer brain metastases express the sodium iodide symporter
, 2010
Timing of Breast Cancer Treatments with Oocyte Retrieval and Embryo Cryopreservation
, 2009
Prognosis After Ipsilateral Breast Tumor Recurrence
, 2009
Association of reactive oxygen species levels and radioresistance in cancer stem cells
, 2009
Endogenous NIS Expression in Triple-Negative Breast Cancers
, 2009
Progress on BIG 1-02/IBCSG 27-02/NSABP B-37
, 2008
New models and online calculator for predicting non
, 2008
A randomized clinical trial of adjuvant chemotherapy for radically resected locoregional relapse of
, 2008
New models and online calculator for predicting non
, 2008
Metastases to the breast: Alveolar soft part sarcoma in adolescents
, 2008
Leiomyosarcoma of the breast in a patient with a 10-year-history of cyclophosphamide exposure
, 2008
Progress on BIG 1-02/IBCSG 27-2/NSABP B-37
, 2008
Egg retrieval with cryopreservation does not delay breast cancer treatment
, 2007
Expression of the Na+/I- symporter (NIS)
, 2007
Expression of the Na+/I- symporter (NIS) is markedly decreased or absent in gastric cancer
, 2007
Resolution of hypoalbuminemia after excision of malignant phyllodes tumor
, 2006
Prognosis after ipsilateral breast tumor recurrence
, 2006
Bioluminescent-inescent monitoring of NIS-mediated I-131 ablative effects in MCF-7 Xenografts
, 2006
Magnetic resonance imaging of suspicious breast masses seen on one mammographic view.
, 2004
The Na+/I- symporter mediates iodide uptake in breast cancer metastases
, 2004
Elephantiasic prefibial myxedema
, 2004
Immunohistochemical profile of the sodium
, 2003
The inverse relationship between microvessel counts and tumor volume in breast cancer.
, 2001
The mammary gland iodide transporter is expressed during lactation and in breast cancer
, 2000
Subtle differences in quality of life after breast cancer surgery
, 1999
The verbal abuse of resident physicians
, 1999
Collagen gene expression in the neomatrix of carcinoma of the breast
, 1996
Three dimensional staging of breast cancer
, 1996
Pathologic differences in nonpalpable breast cancers detected by xeromammography
, 1996
Superior quality of life following lumpectomy-axillary dissection in patients with stage I
, 1996
Local recurrence after breast conservation
, 1996
Stage II ductal carcinoma arising in a fibroadenoma
, 1995
COLLAGEN-INDUCED MMP-2 ACTIVATION IN HUMAN BREAST-CANCER
, 1994
Mammographic changes following biopsy and lumpectomy-breast irradiation.
, 1993
A REAPPRAISAL OF PROPHYLACTIC MASTECTOMY
, 1990
COMPARTMENT SYNDROME IN COMBINED ARTERIAL AND VENOUS INJURIES OF THE LOWER-EXTREMITY
, 1989
Residual tumor and breast biopsy margins
, 1989
ASYMMETRICAL BREASTS IN AN ADOLESCENT
, 1988
NONOPERATIVE MANAGEMENT VERSUS EARLY OPERATION FOR BLUNT SPLENIC TRAUMA IN ADULTS
, 1988
PORTAL-VEIN INJURIES - NONINVASIVE FOLLOW-UP OF VENORRHAPHY
, 1987
PYOGENIC SPLENIC ABSCESS IN INTRAVENOUS DRUG-ADDICTION
, 1987
[Gastroesophageal reflux in children. Experience in 100 cases treated by Nissen's fundoplication].
, 1985
LATENT MAMMARY TUBERCULOSIS - A CASE-REPORT
, 1985
Muerte inesperada y sindrome de muerte subita en la infancia
, 1980
MAGNESIUM-METABOLISM IN EXPERIMENTAL DIABETES-MELLITUS
, 1977
What is Dr. Wapnir's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wapnir's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104951508.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wapnir?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wapnir
What is Dr. Irene Wapnir's specialty?
Dr. Wapnir is a Surgeon near Stanford, CA.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Irene Wapnir affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wapnir is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford 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 Irene Wapnir accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?
Yes, Dr. Irene Wapnir is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Irene Wapnir offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wapnir's office at (650) 736-1353 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Irene Wapnir?
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Which board certifications does Dr. Irene Wapnir have?
Dr. Irene Wapnir is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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