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Who is Dr. Uyeno, Surgical Oncologist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Lori Uyeno, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Uyeno is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Uyeno’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Uyeno’s office at (858) 565-0104.
Is Dr. Uyeno board certified as a Surgical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Lori Uyeno, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Uyeno speak?
Dr. Uyeno and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Uyeno treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Uyeno 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. Uyeno. 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
- Central Left Female Breast Cancer
- Central Right Female Breast Cancer
- Upper-Inner Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
- Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- 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
- 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 central tumor
- Malignant growth in central left female breast
- Right female breast central tumor
- Malignant growth in central right female breast
- Left female breast cancer upper-inner
- Upper-inner left female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-inner left female breast
- Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
- Diffuse left female breast cancer
- Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
- D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
- C50112: Malignant neoplasm of central portion of left female breast
- C50111: Malignant neoplasm of central portion of right female breast
- C50212: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of left female breast
- C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
- C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
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:
- Lost both breasts (double mastectomy)
- Mastectomy
- Double mastectomy
- Bilateral breast removal
- Absence of both breasts
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9013: Acquired absence of bilateral breasts and nipples
Also known as:
- Benign Breast Lump
- Benign Tumor
- Breast Disease
- Non-cancerous breast mass
- Breast fibroadenoma
- Benign breast disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D241: Benign neoplasm of right 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:
- Benign Breast Changes in Left Breast
- Breast Disease
- Non-cancerous left breast conditions
- Fibrocystic changes left breast
- Left mammary dysplasia
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6092: Unspecified benign mammary dysplasia of left breast
Also known as:
- Secondary Cancer in Armpit Lymph Nodes
- Cancer
- Metastatic Cancer to Armpit Lymph Nodes
- Axillary Lymph Node Cancer Spread
- Lymph Node Metastasis in Armpit
ICD-10 Codes:
- C773: Secondary and unspecified malignant neoplasm of axilla and upper limb lymph nodes
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 Dr. Uyeno perform?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Uyeno 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. Uyeno. 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:
- 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
- Ultrasound-Guided Breast Biopsy
- Breast Biopsy
- Image-Guided Breast Lesion Excision
- Wire-Localized Breast Biopsy
- Open Excision of Marked Breast Lesion
- Breast Mass Removal with Marker
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
- Breast Tissue Sample
- Breast Lesion Biopsy with Clip
CPT Codes:
- 19125: Excision of breast lesion identified by preoperative placement of radiological marker, open; single lesion
- 19083: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Lymph Node Biopsy
- Breast Biopsy with Stereotactic Guidance
- Biopsy
- Breast Biopsy
- Superficial Lymph Node Excision
- Open Lymph Node Biopsy
- Lymph Gland Biopsy
- Stereotactic Breast Biopsy
- Image-Guided Breast Biopsy
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
- Breast Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 38500: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, superficial
- 19081: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including stereotactic guidance
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:
- Breast Tissue Expander Placement
- Breast Reconstruction
- Breast Reconstruction with Expanders
- Tissue Expander Surgery (Breast)
- Breast Implant Preparation
CPT Codes:
- 19357: Tissue expander placement in breast reconstruction, including subsequent expansion(s)
Also known as:
- Adjacent Tissue Transfer (Trunk)
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Local Flap Reconstruction
- Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
- Skin Repair Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 14001: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, trunk; defect 10.1 sq cm to 30.0 sq cm
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:
- Modified Radical Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Breast Removal with Lymph Node Dissection
- Breast Cancer Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 19307: Mastectomy, modified radical, including axillary lymph nodes, with or without pectoralis minor muscle, but excluding pectoralis major muscle
Also known as:
- Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
- Superficial Lymph Node Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Excision
- Open Axillary Node Biopsy
- Underarm Lymph Node Removal
- Needle Lymph Node Biopsy
- Cervical Lymph Node Biopsy
- Inguinal Lymph Node Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)
- 38505: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); by needle, superficial (eg, cervical, inguinal, axillary)
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. Uyeno accept my insurance?
Dr. Uyeno accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 565-0104 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Uyeno accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Uyeno in San Diego, 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
Blue Shield of California
Cigna
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina
Sharp Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Uyeno's office located?
Dr. Lori Uyeno's Primary Practice
7910 Frost St Ste 250
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 565-0104
What is Dr. Uyeno's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Uyeno's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851515845.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Uyeno?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Uyeno
What is Dr. Lori Uyeno's specialty?
Dr. Uyeno is a Surgical Oncologist near San Diego, CA. A surgical oncologist is a highly qualified and trained surgeon with specialized expertise in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of cancer patients. They have received additional training in a multidisciplinary approach and dedicate a significant portion of their practice to these areas, as well as to cancer research. Contact Dr. Uyeno to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lori Uyeno affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Uyeno is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital, Providence St. Jude Medical Center, Sharp Coronado Hospital, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center 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 Lori Uyeno accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Lori Uyeno is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lori Uyeno offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Uyeno's office at (858) 565-0104 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lori Uyeno?
Please contact Dr. Uyeno's office at (858) 565-0104 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lori Uyeno have?
Dr. Lori Uyeno is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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