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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Brutus, Surgeon in Bridgeport, CT?
Dr. Valerie Brutus, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Bridgeport, CT with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Brutus is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brutus’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brutus’s office at (475) 210-7002.
What languages does Dr. Brutus speak?
Dr. Brutus and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Brutus treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Brutus 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. Brutus. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
- Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
- Upper-Inner Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- 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
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
- Precancerous cells right breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
- DCIS right breast
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ left breast
- Precancerous cells left breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer left breast
- DCIS left breast
- Left female breast cancer upper-inner
- Upper-inner left female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-inner left female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
- D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast
- C50212: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant 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
Also known as:
- Heterogeneous Density in Both Breasts on Mammogram
- Dense Breasts (Bilateral)
- Unevenly Dense Breasts
- Mammographic Heterogeneous Bilateral Breasts
ICD-10 Codes:
- R92333: Mammographic heterogeneous density, bilateral breasts
Also known as:
- Breast Pain
- Breast Disease
- Mastalgia
- Tender Breasts
- Sore Breasts
ICD-10 Codes:
- N644: Mastodynia
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:
- Lymphedema
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammogram
- Breast Exam
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1239: Encounter for other screening for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Other Specific Breast Disorder
- Breast Disease
- Various breast conditions
- Miscellaneous breast ailments
- Specific breast problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6489: Other specified disorders of breast
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Breast Abscess
- Breast Disease
- Breast infection with pus
- Nipple abscess
- Mammary abscess
ICD-10 Codes:
- N611: Abscess of the breast and nipple
Also known as:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Other Personal Health Risks
- Other health risk factors
- Specific personal risks
- Individual health concerns
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9189: Other specified personal risk factors, not elsewhere classified
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:
- Calcium Spots on Mammogram
- Mammography
- Breast calcifications
- Mammogram calcifications
- Calcium deposits in breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- R921: Mammographic calcification found on diagnostic imaging of breast
Which procedures does Dr. Brutus perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Valerie Brutus may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Brutus' office.
Does Dr. Brutus accept my insurance?
Dr. Brutus accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (475) 210-7002 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Brutus accept in Bridgeport, CT?
Dr. Brutus in Bridgeport, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
OptumRx
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Brutus' office located?
Dr. Valerie Brutus' Practice 3
115 Technology Dr Unit C100
Trumbull, CT 06611
(475) 210-7002
What is Dr. Brutus's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Brutus's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518279124.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brutus?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brutus
What is Dr. Valerie Brutus's specialty?
Dr. Brutus is a Surgeon near Bridgeport, CT. 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. Brutus to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Valerie Brutus affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Brutus is affiliated with St. Vincent's Medical Center - Bridgeport, Griffin Hospital, Stamford 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 Valerie Brutus accepting new patients in Bridgeport, CT?
Yes, Dr. Valerie Brutus is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Valerie Brutus offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Brutus's office at (475) 210-7002 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Valerie Brutus?
Please contact Dr. Brutus's office at (475) 210-7002 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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