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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lilley, Surgeon in Raleigh, NC?
Dr. Lori Lilley, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Raleigh, NC with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Lilley graduated from Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL and completed her residency at Univ Of Nc Hosps, General Surgery; Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Lilley is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lilley’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lilley’s office at (919) 350-8729.
Where did Dr. Lilley go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Nc Hosps, General Surgery; Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program
Medical School: University Of Nc At Chapel Hill Sch Of Med- Chapel Hill Nc | Physician Assistant Studies, Barry University, FL
Is Dr. Lilley board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Lori Lilley, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Lilley speak?
Dr. Lilley and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Lilley typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Lilley 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. Lilley. 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
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female 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:
- 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
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Lilley typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Lilley 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. Lilley. 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
- 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:
- 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Lilley accept my insurance?
Dr. Lilley accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 350-8729 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lilley accept in Raleigh, NC?
Dr. Lilley in Raleigh, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
WakeMed
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Where is Dr. Lilley's office located?
What is Dr. Lilley's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lilley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629099833.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lilley?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lilley
What is Dr. Lori Lilley's specialty?
Dr. Lilley is a Surgeon near Raleigh, NC.
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. Lori Lilley affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lilley is affiliated with Wakemed Raleigh Campus, Wakemed Cary 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 Lori Lilley accepting new patients in Raleigh, NC?
Yes, Dr. Lori Lilley is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lori Lilley offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lilley's office at (919) 350-8729 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lori Lilley?
Please contact Dr. Lilley's office at (919) 350-8729 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lori Lilley have?
Dr. Lori Lilley is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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