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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. O'brien, Surgical Oncologist in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Shalana O'brien, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. O'brien is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. O'brien’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. O'brien’s office at (716) 845-2300.
What languages does Dr. O'brien speak?
Dr. O'brien and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. O'brien treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. O'brien 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. O'brien. 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:
- Melanoma of the Trunk
- Melanoma of the Right Arm or Shoulder
- Melanoma of Left Arm or Shoulder
- Melanoma of the Left Leg or Hip
- Early Stage Trunk Melanoma
- Melanoma
- Malignant Melanoma of Body
- Skin Cancer on Torso
- Right Arm Melanoma
- Right Shoulder Melanoma
- Malignant Melanoma of Right Arm
- Left Arm Melanoma
- Left Shoulder Melanoma
- Skin Cancer of Left Arm
- Left Upper Limb Melanoma
- Left Leg Melanoma
- Left Hip Melanoma
- Malignant Melanoma of Left Leg
- Stage 0 Trunk Melanoma
- Non-invasive Trunk Melanoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C4359: Malignant melanoma of other part of trunk
- C4361: Malignant melanoma of right upper limb, including shoulder
- C4362: Malignant melanoma of left upper limb, including shoulder
- C4372: Malignant melanoma of left lower limb, including hip
- D0359: Melanoma in situ of other part of trunk
Also known as:
- Melanoma
- Malignant Melanoma
- Skin Melanoma
- Melanoma Skin Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z85820: Personal history of malignant melanoma of skin
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:
- Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Enlarged glands in one area
- Local lymphadenopathy
- Swollen glands
ICD-10 Codes:
- R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Secondary Cancer in Armpit Lymph Nodes
- Secondary Cancer in Groin Lymph Nodes
- Cancer
- Metastatic Cancer to Armpit Lymph Nodes
- Axillary Lymph Node Cancer Spread
- Lymph Node Metastasis in Armpit
- Metastatic Cancer to Groin Lymph Nodes
- Inguinal Lymph Node Cancer Spread
- Lymph Node Metastasis in Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- C773: Secondary and unspecified malignant neoplasm of axilla and upper limb lymph nodes
- C774: Secondary and unspecified malignant neoplasm of inguinal and lower limb lymph nodes
Also known as:
- Surgical Dressing Change or Removal
- After Surgery
- Wounds and Injuries
- Wound dressing care
- Post-op dressing change
- Surgical wound management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4801: Encounter for change or removal of surgical wound dressing
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:
- Cancer Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Cancer
- Post-cancer surgery care
- Oncology aftercare
- Cancer recovery follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm
Which procedures does Dr. O'brien perform as a Surgical Oncologist?
As a Surgical Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Shalana O'brien may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. O'brien's office.
Does Dr. O'brien accept my insurance?
Dr. O'brien accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 845-2300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. O'brien accept in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. O'brien in Buffalo, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Independent Health
Martin's Point
Medicare
Univera Healthcare
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Where is Dr. O'brien's office located?
Dr. Shalana O'brien's Primary Practice
Elm and Carlton St
Buffalo, NY 14263
(716) 845-2300
What is Dr. O'brien's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. O'brien's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144546854.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. O'brien?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. O'brien
What is Dr. Shalana O'brien's specialty?
Dr. O'brien is a Surgical Oncologist near Buffalo, NY. 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. O'brien to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Shalana O'brien affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. O'brien is affiliated with Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer 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 Shalana O'brien accepting new patients in Buffalo, NY?
Yes, Dr. Shalana O'brien is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shalana O'brien offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. O'brien's office at (716) 845-2300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shalana O'brien?
Please contact Dr. O'brien's office at (716) 845-2300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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