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Dr. Katrina Birdwell, MD

Dallas, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Birdwell, Surgical Oncologist in Dallas, TX?

    Dr. Katrina Birdwell, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Birdwell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Birdwell’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Birdwell’s office at (972) 923-2600.

    What languages does Dr. Birdwell speak?

    Dr. Birdwell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Birdwell treat?

    As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Birdwell 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. Birdwell. 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:

    • Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
    • Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
    • Breast Cancer
    • Upper-Inner Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
    • Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
    • Upper-Inner Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
    • Central Left Female Breast Cancer
    • Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
    • Central Right Female Breast Cancer
    • Lower-Inner Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
    • Lower-Inner Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
    • Right female breast cancer upper-outer
    • Upper-outer right female breast tumor
    • Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
    • Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
    • Diffuse left female breast cancer
    • Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma
    • Left female breast cancer upper-inner
    • Upper-inner left female breast tumor
    • Malignant growth in upper-inner left female breast
    • Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
    • Precancerous cells right breast
    • Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
    • DCIS right breast
    • Right female breast cancer upper-inner
    • Upper-inner right female breast tumor
    • Malignant growth in upper-inner right female breast
    • Left female breast central tumor
    • Malignant growth in central left female breast
    • Intraductal carcinoma in situ left breast
    • Precancerous cells left breast
    • Non-invasive breast cancer left breast
    • DCIS left breast
    • Right female breast central tumor
    • Malignant growth in central right female breast
    • Left female breast cancer lower-inner
    • Lower-inner left female breast tumor
    • Malignant growth in lower-inner left female breast
    • Right female breast cancer lower-inner
    • Lower-inner right female breast tumor
    • Malignant growth in lower-inner right female breast

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
    • C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
    • C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
    • C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
    • C50212: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of left female breast
    • D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
    • C50211: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of right female breast
    • C50112: Malignant neoplasm of central portion of left female breast
    • D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast
    • C50111: Malignant neoplasm of central portion of right female breast
    • C50312: Malignant neoplasm of lower-inner quadrant of left female breast
    • C50311: Malignant neoplasm of lower-inner quadrant of right female breast

    Also known as:

    • Breast Abscess
    • Breast Disease
    • Breast infection with pus
    • Nipple abscess
    • Mammary abscess

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N611: Abscess of the breast and nipple

    Also known as:

    • Vascular Access Device Management
    • Vascular Access Care
    • Port Management
    • Catheter Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device

    Also known as:

    • Preventive Breast Removal Surgery
    • Mastectomy
    • Breast Cancer Prevention (PDQ®)
    • Surgery to Reduce the Risk of Breast Cancer
    • Prophylactic Mastectomy
    • Risk-Reducing Mastectomy
    • Preventative Breast Surgery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4001: Encounter for prophylactic removal of breast

    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

    Also known as:

    • Breast Pain
    • Breast Disease
    • Mastalgia
    • Tender Breasts
    • Sore Breasts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N644: Mastodynia

    Also known as:

    • Breast Lump in Right Upper Outer Quadrant
    • Breast Disease
    • Lump in right breast upper outer
    • Right breast mass upper outer
    • Palpable mass right upper outer breast

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N6311: Unspecified lump in the right breast, upper outer quadrant

    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

    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 Dr. Birdwell perform?

    As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Birdwell 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. Birdwell. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
    • Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
    • Subcutaneous port placement
    • Central line with port

    CPT Codes:

    • 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older

    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. Birdwell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Birdwell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (972) 923-2600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Birdwell accept in Dallas, TX?

    Dr. Birdwell in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • City of RENO

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • Physicians Mutual Insurance Company

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Birdwell's office located?

    Dr. Katrina Birdwell's Primary Practice

    221 W Colorado Blvd Ste 532

    Dallas, TX 75208

    (972) 923-2600

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    Dr. Katrina Birdwell's Practice 2

    979 Don Floyd Dr Ste 104

    Midlothian, TX 76065

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    Dr. Katrina Birdwell's Practice 3

    1626 W Highway 287 Business Ste 102

    Waxahachie, TX 75165

    (972) 923-2600

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    What is Dr. Birdwell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Birdwell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508067760.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Birdwell?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Birdwell

    What is Dr. Katrina Birdwell's specialty?

    Dr. Birdwell is a Surgical Oncologist near Dallas, TX. 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. Birdwell to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Katrina Birdwell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Birdwell is affiliated with Methodist Mansfield Medical Center, Methodist Dallas Medical Center, Texas Health Arlington Memorial, Medical City Arlington Hospital, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano 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 Katrina Birdwell accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Katrina Birdwell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Katrina Birdwell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Birdwell's office at (972) 923-2600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Katrina Birdwell?

    Please contact Dr. Birdwell's office at (972) 923-2600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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