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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Schulz-Costello, Surgeon in South Pasadena, CA?
Dr. Katharine Schulz-Costello, DO is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in South Pasadena, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Schulz-Costello is fluent in English, Korean, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schulz-Costello’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schulz-Costello’s office at (626) 396-2900.
What languages does Dr. Schulz-Costello speak?
Dr. Schulz-Costello and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Korean
Spanish
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Schulz-Costello typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Schulz-Costello 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. Schulz-Costello. 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
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Schulz-Costello typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Schulz-Costello 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. Schulz-Costello. 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:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Does Dr. Schulz-Costello accept my insurance?
Dr. Schulz-Costello accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 396-2900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schulz-Costello accept in South Pasadena, CA?
Dr. Schulz-Costello in South Pasadena, 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
H & R Block
Medicare
Not Specified
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Schulz-Costello's office located?
Dr. Katharine Schulz-Costello's Primary Practice
209 Fair Oaks Ave
South Pasadena, CA 91030
(626) 396-2900
Dr. Katharine Schulz-Costello's Practice 2
15031 Rinaldi St Ste 100AND150
Mission Hills, CA 91345
Dr. Katharine Schulz-Costello's Practice 3
301 W Huntington Dr Ste 400
Arcadia, CA 91007
What is Dr. Schulz-Costello's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schulz-Costello's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154684538.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schulz-Costello?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schulz-Costello
What is Dr. Katharine Schulz-Costello's specialty?
Dr. Schulz-Costello is a Surgeon near South Pasadena, 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. Katharine Schulz-Costello affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schulz-Costello is affiliated with City Of Hope - Duarte Cancer Center, Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca), 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 Katharine Schulz-Costello accepting new patients in South Pasadena, CA?
Yes, Dr. Katharine Schulz-Costello is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Katharine Schulz-Costello offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schulz-Costello's office at (626) 396-2900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Katharine Schulz-Costello?
Please contact Dr. Schulz-Costello's office at (626) 396-2900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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