35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bonefas, Surgeon in Houston, TX?
Dr. Elizabeth Bonefas, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Bonefas graduated from The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio and completed her residency at Christus St Joseph Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Bonefas is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bonefas’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bonefas’s office at (713) 756-8555.
Where did Dr. Bonefas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Christus St Joseph Hosp, General Surgery | St. Joseph Medical Center, Houston | St. Joseph Medical Center | Christus Santa Rosa Health Care Program
Medical School: University of Tx Med Sch At San Antonio, San Antonio Tx | The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio
Is Dr. Bonefas board certified in Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Bonefas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Bonefas speak?
Dr. Bonefas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Bonefas treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Bonefas 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. Bonefas. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
- Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
- Precancerous cells right breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
- DCIS right 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:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
- C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
Also known as:
- Benign Breast Lump
- Benign Tumor
- Breast Disease
- Non-cancerous breast mass
- Breast fibroadenoma
- Benign breast disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D241: Benign neoplasm of right breast
What procedures does Dr. Bonefas perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Bonefas 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. Bonefas. 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:
- 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
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:
- 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. Bonefas accept my insurance?
Dr. Bonefas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 756-8555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bonefas accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Bonefas in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
State of Texas
Texas Children's Hospital
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Bonefas' office located?
Dr. Elizabeth Bonefas' Primary Practice
1213 Hermann Dr Ste 675
Houston, TX 77004
(713) 756-8555
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Awards
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What is Dr. Bonefas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bonefas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154371813.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bonefas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bonefas
What is Dr. Elizabeth Bonefas's specialty?
Dr. Bonefas is a Surgeon near Houston, TX. 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. Contact Dr. Bonefas to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Elizabeth Bonefas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bonefas is affiliated with Woman's Hospital of Texas, Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center, Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center, HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center, HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood, Houston Methodist 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 Elizabeth Bonefas accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Bonefas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elizabeth Bonefas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bonefas's office at (713) 756-8555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elizabeth Bonefas?
Please contact Dr. Bonefas's office at (713) 756-8555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Elizabeth Bonefas have?
Dr. Elizabeth Bonefas is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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