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Dr. Catherine Tucker, MD

Ayer, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tucker, Surgical Oncologist in Ayer, MA?

    Dr. Catherine Tucker, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Ayer, MA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Tucker is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tucker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tucker’s office at (978) 784-9000.

    Where did Dr. Tucker go to medical school and complete their residency?

      Is Dr. Tucker board certified as a Surgical Oncologist?

      Yes, Dr. Catherine Tucker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

      What languages does Dr. Tucker speak?

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

      • English

      • Spanish

      What conditions does Dr. Tucker treat?

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

      • 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:

      • Breast Cancer
      • Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
      • Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
      • Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
      • Upper-Outer Quadrant Female Breast Cancer
      • Mammary cancer
      • Breast carcinoma
      • Breast tumor
      • 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
      • 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
      • Female breast cancer upper-outer
      • Upper-outer female breast tumor
      • Malignant growth in upper-outer female breast

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
      • C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
      • C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
      • C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
      • D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast
      • D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
      • C50419: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of unspecified female breast

      Also known as:

      • Unclear Mammogram
      • Tiny Calcium Spots on Mammogram
      • Mammography
      • Mammograms
      • Inconclusive breast screening
      • Mammogram needs further testing
      • Uncertain mammogram result
      • Breast microcalcifications
      • Mammogram calcifications
      • Small calcium deposits in breast

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R922: Inconclusive mammogram
      • R920: Mammographic microcalcification found on diagnostic imaging 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

      Also known as:

      • Special Medical Examination
      • Specific health check
      • Detailed medical assessment
      • Special health screening

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations

      Also known as:

      • Other Specific Breast Disorder
      • Breast Disease
      • Various breast conditions
      • Miscellaneous breast ailments
      • Specific breast problems

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • N6489: Other specified disorders of 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:

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

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • N644: Mastodynia

      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

      Also known as:

      • Breast Enlargement
      • Breast Disease
      • Breast hypertrophy
      • Macromastia
      • Gigantomastia

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • N62: Hypertrophy of breast

      Also known as:

      • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
      • Various pre-op checks
      • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
      • Other pre-treatment assessments

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

      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:

      • Heterogeneous Density in Both Breasts on Mammogram
      • Dense Breasts (Bilateral)
      • Unevenly Dense Breasts
      • Mammographic Heterogeneous Bilateral Breasts

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • R92333: Mammographic heterogeneous density, bilateral breasts

      What procedures does Dr. Tucker perform?

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

      • 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)

      Does Dr. Tucker accept my insurance?

      Dr. Tucker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (978) 784-9000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

      What insurance plans does Dr. Tucker accept in Ayer, MA?

      Dr. Tucker in Ayer, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

      Top Insurances

      • All Other Third Party

      • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

      • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

      • Express Scripts

      • Health New England

      • Martin's Point

      • Medicare

      • Molina

      • Point32Health

      • State of Tennessee

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      Where is Dr. Tucker's office located?

      Dr. Catherine Tucker's Primary Practice

      200 Groton Rd

      Ayer, MA 01432

      (978) 784-9000

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      Dr. Catherine Tucker's Practice 2

      70 East St

      Methuen, MA 01844

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

      Dr. Tucker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730130832.

      What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tucker?

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

      What is Dr. Catherine Tucker's specialty?

      Dr. Tucker is a Surgical Oncologist near Ayer, MA. 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. Tucker to book an appointment today.

      Is this Dr. Catherine Tucker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

      Yes, Dr. Tucker is affiliated with Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Emerson Health, Lowell General Hospital, MerrimackHealth Lawrence Hospital, York 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 Catherine Tucker accepting new patients in Ayer, MA?

      Yes, Dr. Catherine Tucker is accepting new patients at this time.

      Does Dr. Catherine Tucker offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Tucker's office at (978) 784-9000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with Catherine Tucker?

      Please contact Dr. Tucker's office at (978) 784-9000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

      Which board certifications does Dr. Catherine Tucker have?

      Dr. Catherine Tucker is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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