Dr. Katherine Ostapoff, MD
West Columbia, SC
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ostapoff, Surgical Oncologist in West Columbia, SC?
Dr. Katherine Ostapoff, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in West Columbia, SC. Dr. Ostapoff is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ostapoff’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ostapoff’s office at (803) 936-3300.
What languages does Dr. Ostapoff speak?
Dr. Ostapoff and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Ostapoff typically treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Ostapoff 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. Ostapoff. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Cancer of the pancreas
- Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
- Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
Also known as:
- Other Specific Pancreatic Disease
- Pancreatic Disease
- Miscellaneous Pancreas Disorders
- Named Pancreatic Conditions
- Other Defined Pancreas Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8689: Other specified diseases of pancreas
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
What procedures does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Ostapoff typically perform?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Ostapoff 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. Ostapoff. 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:
- 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 Localization
- Breast Marker Placement
- Wire Localization Breast
- Mammographic Guided Breast Localization
CPT Codes:
- 19281: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including mammographic guidance
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. Ostapoff accept my insurance?
Dr. Ostapoff accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 936-3300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ostapoff accept in West Columbia, SC?
Dr. Ostapoff in West Columbia, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ostapoff's office located?
Dr. Katherine Ostapoff's Primary Practice
146 E Hospital Dr Ste 400
West Columbia, SC 29169
(803) 936-3300
What is Dr. Ostapoff's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ostapoff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407056922.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ostapoff?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ostapoff
What is Dr. Katherine Ostapoff's specialty?
Dr. Ostapoff is a Surgical Oncologist near West Columbia, SC.
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. Katherine Ostapoff affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ostapoff is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center, Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown, Grand Strand Regional Medical Center, Musc Health - Orangeburg 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 Katherine Ostapoff accepting new patients in West Columbia, SC?
Yes, Dr. Katherine Ostapoff is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Katherine Ostapoff offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ostapoff's office at (803) 936-3300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Katherine Ostapoff?
Please contact Dr. Ostapoff's office at (803) 936-3300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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