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Dr. Lauren Kopicky, DO

Surgeon

Fort Wayne, IN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kopicky, Surgeon in Fort Wayne, IN?

    Dr. Lauren Kopicky, DO is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fort Wayne, IN. Dr. Kopicky is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kopicky’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kopicky’s office at (833) 724-8326.

    What languages does Dr. Kopicky speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Kopicky typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Kopicky 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. Kopicky. 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:

    • Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
    • Breast Cancer
    • Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
    • Right female breast cancer upper-outer
    • Upper-outer right female breast tumor
    • Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma
    • Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
    • Diffuse left female breast cancer
    • Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
    • C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
    • C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
    • C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female 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

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Kopicky typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Kopicky 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. Kopicky. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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 Lesion Excision
    • Breast Cyst Removal
    • Fibroadenoma Excision
    • Breast Tumor Removal
    • Nipple/Areolar Lesion Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 19120: Excision of cyst, fibroadenoma, or other benign or malignant tumor, aberrant breast tissue, duct lesion, nipple or areolar lesion (except 19300), open, male or female, 1 or more lesions

    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. Kopicky accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kopicky accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (833) 724-8326 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kopicky accept in Fort Wayne, IN?

    Dr. Kopicky in Fort Wayne, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medical Mutual of Ohio

    • Medicare

    • State of Ohio

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kopicky's office located?

    Dr. Lauren Kopicky's Primary Practice

    11050 Parkview Circle Dr

    Fort Wayne, IN 46845

    (833) 724-8326

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

    Dr. Kopicky's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295172682.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kopicky?

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

    What is Dr. Lauren Kopicky's specialty?

    Dr. Kopicky is a Surgeon near Fort Wayne, IN.

    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 Dr. Lauren Kopicky affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kopicky is affiliated with Fairview Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Medina Hospital, Marymount Hospital, Cleveland Clinic - Lutheran Hospital, Hillcrest 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 Dr. Lauren Kopicky accepting new patients in Fort Wayne, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Lauren Kopicky is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lauren Kopicky offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kopicky's office at (833) 724-8326 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lauren Kopicky?

    Please contact Dr. Kopicky's office at (833) 724-8326 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kopicky's office located?

    Dr. Kopicky's office is located in Fort Wayne, IN.