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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gonzalez, Surgeon in Duarte, CA?
Dr. Lorena Gonzalez, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Duarte, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Gonzalez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gonzalez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gonzalez’s office at (626) 256-4673.
What languages does Dr. Gonzalez speak?
Dr. Gonzalez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Gonzalez typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Gonzalez 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. Gonzalez. 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
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female 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
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Gonzalez typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Gonzalez 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. Gonzalez. 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:
- 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)
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:
- 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 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:
- Biologic Implant for Soft Tissue Reinforcement
- Acellular Dermal Matrix Implant
- Breast Reinforcement Implant
- Trunk Soft Tissue Repair
- Tissue Scaffold Implant
CPT Codes:
- 15777: Implantation of biologic implant (eg, acellular dermal matrix) for soft tissue reinforcement (ie, breast, trunk) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Injection to Test Blood Flow in Skin Graft
- Flap or Graft Blood Flow Test
- Fluorescein Injection for Vascularity
- Vascular Flow Assessment
CPT Codes:
- 15860: Intravenous injection of agent (eg, fluorescein) to test vascular flow in flap or graft
Does Dr. Gonzalez accept my insurance?
Dr. Gonzalez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 256-4673 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gonzalez accept in Duarte, CA?
Dr. Gonzalez in Duarte, 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
Axminster Medical Group
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
H & R Block
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gonzalez's office located?
What is Dr. Gonzalez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gonzalez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144452186.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gonzalez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gonzalez
What is Dr. Lorena Gonzalez's specialty?
Dr. Gonzalez is a Surgeon near Duarte, 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. Lorena Gonzalez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gonzalez is affiliated with City Of Hope - Duarte Cancer Center, Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Eisenhower Health Main Campus 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 Lorena Gonzalez accepting new patients in Duarte, CA?
Yes, Dr. Lorena Gonzalez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lorena Gonzalez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gonzalez's office at (626) 256-4673 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lorena Gonzalez?
Please contact Dr. Gonzalez's office at (626) 256-4673 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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