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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shirley, Surgical Oncologist in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Lawrence Shirley, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY. Dr. Shirley is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shirley’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shirley’s office at (859) 277-5711.
What languages does Dr. Shirley speak?
Dr. Shirley and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Shirley typically treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Shirley 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. Shirley. 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:
- Primary Hyperparathyroidism
- Parathyroid Disorder
- Familial isolated hyperparathyroidism
- Overactive Parathyroid Gland
- High Parathyroid Hormone
- PTH Overproduction
ICD-10 Codes:
- E210: Primary hyperparathyroidism
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
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
What procedures does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Shirley typically perform?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Shirley 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. Shirley. 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:
- Total Thyroid Removal
- Removal of One Side of Thyroid Gland
- Complete thyroidectomy
- Thyroid gland removal
- Thyroid surgery
- Unilateral Thyroid Lobectomy
- Thyroid Lobe Removal
- Partial Thyroidectomy
- Isthmusectomy
CPT Codes:
- 60240: Thyroidectomy, total or complete
- 60220: Total thyroid lobectomy, unilateral; with or without isthmusectomy
Also known as:
- Parathyroid Gland Removal or Exploration
- Parathyroidectomy
- Parathyroid Gland Surgery
- Hyperparathyroidism Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 60500: Parathyroidectomy or exploration of parathyroid(s);
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:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
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
Does Dr. Shirley accept my insurance?
Dr. Shirley accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 277-5711 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shirley accept in Lexington, KY?
Dr. Shirley in Lexington, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shirley's office located?
Dr. Lawrence Shirley's Primary Practice
1760 Nicholasville Rd Ste 202
Lexington, KY 40503
(859) 277-5711
What is Dr. Shirley's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shirley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205046620.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shirley?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shirley
What is Dr. Lawrence Shirley's specialty?
Dr. Shirley is a Surgical Oncologist near Lexington, KY.
What does a Surgical Oncologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Lawrence Shirley affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shirley is affiliated with Baptist Health Lexington, Baptist Health Corbin, Baptist Health Richmond, Baptist Health Hardin, Baptist Health Louisville, Uk King's Daughters 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 Lawrence Shirley accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?
Yes, Dr. Lawrence Shirley is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lawrence Shirley offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shirley's office at (859) 277-5711 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lawrence Shirley?
Please contact Dr. Shirley's office at (859) 277-5711 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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