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Dr. Malini Iyer, MD

Philadelphia, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Iyer, Surgeon in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Malini Iyer, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Iyer is fluent in English, Hindi, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Iyer’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Iyer’s office at (609) 702-7550.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Iyer?

    Dr. Malini Iyer, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Iyer empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Cancer & Surgery, Breast Cancer & Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Philadelphia/PA community, Dr. Iyer is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    What languages does Dr. Iyer speak?

    Dr. Iyer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Tamil

    What conditions does Dr. Iyer treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Iyer 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. Iyer. 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.

    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

    Also known as:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
    • Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
    • Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma
    • Right female breast cancer upper-outer
    • Upper-outer right female breast tumor
    • Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
    • Intraductal carcinoma in situ left breast
    • Precancerous cells left breast
    • Non-invasive breast cancer left breast
    • DCIS left breast
    • Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
    • Precancerous cells right breast
    • Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
    • DCIS right breast

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
    • C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
    • D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast
    • D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    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 Dr. Iyer perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Iyer 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. Iyer. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Ultrasound-Guided Breast Biopsy
    • Breast Lump Removal with Marker Guidance
    • Additional Breast Biopsy with Ultrasound Guidance
    • Breast Biopsy
    • Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
    • Breast Tissue Sample
    • Breast Lesion Biopsy with Clip
    • Image-Guided Breast Lesion Excision
    • Wire-Localized Breast Biopsy
    • Open Excision of Marked Breast Lesion
    • Breast Mass Removal with Marker
    • Percutaneous Breast Biopsy (Additional Lesion)
    • Breast Tissue Sample (Multiple Sites)

    CPT Codes:

    • 19083: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance
    • 19125: Excision of breast lesion identified by preoperative placement of radiological marker, open; single lesion
    • 19084: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; each additional lesion, including ultrasound guidance (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:

    • 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 Biopsy with Stereotactic Guidance
    • Breast Biopsy
    • Stereotactic Breast Biopsy
    • Image-Guided Breast Biopsy
    • Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
    • Breast Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 19081: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including stereotactic guidance

    Also known as:

    • Breast Lesion Excision
    • Deep Breast Abscess Drainage
    • Breast Cyst Removal
    • Fibroadenoma Excision
    • Breast Tumor Removal
    • Nipple/Areolar Lesion Removal
    • Breast Abscess Incision
    • Mastotomy
    • Exploration of Breast Abscess

    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
    • 19020: Mastotomy with exploration or drainage of abscess, deep

    Also known as:

    • Soft Tissue Marker Placement
    • Localization device insertion
    • Percutaneous tissue marking
    • Biopsy site marker placement
    • Radioactive seed placement

    CPT Codes:

    • 10035: Placement of soft tissue localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous, including imaging guidance; first lesion

    Also known as:

    • Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Superficial Lymph Node Needle Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Axillary Lymph Node Excision
    • Open Axillary Node Biopsy
    • Underarm Lymph Node Removal
    • Needle Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Cervical Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Inguinal Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Axillary Lymph Node Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)
    • 38505: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); by needle, superficial (eg, cervical, inguinal, axillary)

    Also known as:

    • Radioactive Tracer Injection for Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Sentinel Node Mapping Injection
    • Lymph Node Tracer Injection
    • Radioactive Dye for Lymph Nodes
    • Sentinel Lymph Node Identification

    CPT Codes:

    • 38792: Injection procedure; radioactive tracer for identification of sentinel node

    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)

    Does Dr. Iyer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Iyer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (609) 702-7550 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Iyer accept in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Iyer in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Independent Health

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • The Shelter Insurance

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Iyer's office located?

    Dr. Malini Iyer's Primary Practice

    3998 Red Lion Rd Ste 301

    Philadelphia, PA 19114

    (609) 702-7550

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    Dr. Malini Iyer's Practice 2

    1616 Huntingdon Pike

    Meadowbrook, PA 19046

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    Dr. Malini Iyer's Practice 3

    109 Central Ave

    Cheltenham, PA 19012

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    What is Dr. Iyer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Iyer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023014230.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Iyer?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Iyer

    What is Dr. Malini Iyer's specialty?

    Dr. Iyer is a Surgeon near Philadelphia, PA. 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. Contact Dr. Iyer to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Malini Iyer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Iyer is affiliated with Jefferson Torresdale Hospital, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Jefferson Bucks Hospital, Jefferson Abington Hospital, Jefferson Methodist Hospital, Jefferson Stratford 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 Malini Iyer accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Malini Iyer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Malini Iyer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Iyer's office at (609) 702-7550 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Malini Iyer?

    Please contact Dr. Iyer's office at (609) 702-7550 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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