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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mcgugin, Surgeon in Mobile, AL?
Dr. Caroline Mcgugin, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Mobile, AL. Dr. Mcgugin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mcgugin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mcgugin’s office at (251) 435-5557.
What languages does Dr. Mcgugin speak?
Dr. Mcgugin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Mcgugin typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Mcgugin 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. Mcgugin. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
- Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
- 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
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ left breast
- Precancerous cells left breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer left breast
- DCIS left breast
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
- Precancerous cells right breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
- DCIS right 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
- D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast
- D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
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 a Surgeon like Dr. Mcgugin typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Mcgugin 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. Mcgugin. 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 here.
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:
- 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:
- Partial Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Breast conserving surgery
- Quadrantectomy
- Segmentectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
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
Does Dr. Mcgugin accept my insurance?
Dr. Mcgugin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (251) 435-5557 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mcgugin accept in Mobile, AL?
Dr. Mcgugin in Mobile, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
H & R Block
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Mcgugin's office located?
Dr. Caroline Mcgugin's Primary Practice
3 Mobile Infirmary Cir Ste 305
Mobile, AL 36607
(251) 435-5557
What is Dr. Mcgugin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mcgugin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053678128.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mcgugin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mcgugin
What is Dr. Caroline Mcgugin's specialty?
Dr. Mcgugin is a Surgeon near Mobile, AL.
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. Caroline Mcgugin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mcgugin is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Gulfport 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 Caroline Mcgugin accepting new patients in Mobile, AL?
Yes, Dr. Caroline Mcgugin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Caroline Mcgugin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mcgugin's office at (251) 435-5557 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Caroline Mcgugin?
Please contact Dr. Mcgugin's office at (251) 435-5557 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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