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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. Dr. Brutus is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brutus’s practice accepts Medicare 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 a Surgeon like Dr. Brutus typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
- Precancerous cells right breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
- DCIS right breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female 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:
- 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
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Brutus typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Brutus 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Partial Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Breast conserving surgery
- Quadrantectomy
- Segmentectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
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 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 Excision
- Breast Cyst Removal
- Fibroadenoma Excision
- Breast Tumor Removal
- Nipple/Areolar Lesion Removal
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
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:
- 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
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 Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Medicare
State of Connecticut
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Brutus' office located?
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.
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. 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 Health, The Hospital Of Central Connecticut - New Britain General Campus, William W. Backus Hospital, Bridgeport 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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