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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wancata, Surgeon in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Lauren Wancata, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA. She is board certified. Dr. Wancata is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wancata’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wancata’s office.
What languages does Dr. Wancata speak?
Dr. Wancata and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Wancata treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Wancata 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. Wancata. 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:
- Digestive System Growth of Unknown Type
- Digestive Disease
- Digestive tract tumor of unknown nature
- GI growth of unknown type
- Indeterminate digestive mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D490: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of digestive system
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specific Pancreatic Disease
- Pancreatic Cyst
- Pancreatic Disease
- Miscellaneous Pancreas Disorders
- Named Pancreatic Conditions
- Other Defined Pancreas Problems
- Cyst on Pancreas
- Pancreatic Pseudocyst
- Fluid Sac on Pancreas
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8689: Other specified diseases of pancreas
- K862: Cyst of pancreas
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Other non-cancerous neuroendocrine Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Other benign neuroendocrine growths
- Various non-cancerous hormone-producing tumors
ICD-10 Codes:
- D3A8: Other benign neuroendocrine tumors
Also known as:
- Blocked Bile Duct
- Bile Duct Disease
- Biliary Obstruction
- Bile Duct Blockage
- Obstructed Bile Duct
ICD-10 Codes:
- K831: Obstruction of bile duct
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Cancer
- Liver Cancer
- Cholangiocarcinoma
- Intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C221: Intrahepatic bile duct carcinoma
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Bile Duct Stones
- Gallstones
- Choledocholithiasis
- Biliary duct calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Small Intestine Cancer
- Intestinal Cancer
- Small Intestine Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Duodenal Cancer
- Small Bowel Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Duodenum
ICD-10 Codes:
- C170: Malignant neoplasm of duodenum
Also known as:
- Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Cholecystitis
- Inflamed gallbladder
- Gallbladder attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K819: Cholecystitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Liver Cancer
- Childhood Liver Cancer
- Hepatic Cancer
- Hepatocellular Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C220: Liver cell carcinoma
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Benign Duodenum Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Small Intestine Disorder
- Non-cancerous duodenum growth
- Duodenal adenoma
- Duodenum benign neoplasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- D132: Benign neoplasm of duodenum
Which procedures does Dr. Wancata perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Lauren Wancata 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. Wancata's office.
Does Dr. Wancata accept my insurance?
Dr. Wancata accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wancata accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Wancata in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia (Regence)
Community Health Plan of Washington
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Healthcare Management Administrators (HMA)
Medicare
Other TPA
PacificSource
Pan American Life
Premera Blue Cross
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Where is Dr. Wancata's office located?
What is Dr. Wancata's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wancata's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912294422.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wancata?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wancata
What is Dr. Lauren Wancata's specialty?
Dr. Wancata is a Surgeon near Seattle, WA. 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. Wancata to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lauren Wancata affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wancata is affiliated with Virginia Mason Medical Center 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 Lauren Wancata accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Lauren Wancata is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lauren Wancata offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wancata's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lauren Wancata?
Please contact Dr. Wancata's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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1100 9th Ave
Seattle, WA 98101