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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lwin, Surgical Oncologist in Duarte, CA?
Dr. Thinzar Lwin, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Duarte, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Lwin is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lwin’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lwin’s office at (800) 826-4673.
What languages does Dr. Lwin speak?
Dr. Lwin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Lwin treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Lwin 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. Lwin. 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:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Incisional Hernia
- Umbilical Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Post-surgical Hernia
- Surgical Incision Hernia
- Scar Hernia
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Secondary Peritoneal Cancer
- Cancer
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Metastatic Peritoneal Cancer
- Cancer Spread to Peritoneum
- Peritoneal Carcinomatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C786: Secondary malignant neoplasm of retroperitoneum and peritoneum
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
- Appendix Cancer
- Colon Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
- C181: Malignant neoplasm of appendix
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
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
Also known as:
- Ovarian Cancer
- Ovarian Epithelial, Fallopian Tube, and Primary Peritoneal Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Cancer of the ovary
- Ovarian carcinoma
- Female reproductive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C569: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified ovary
- C563: Malignant neoplasm of bilateral ovaries
Also known as:
- Abdominal Adhesions
- Other Peritoneal Disorder
- Adhesions
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Scar Tissue in Abdomen
- Internal Scarring
- Bowel Adhesions
- Abdominal Lining Problems
- Peritoneum Conditions
- Belly Lining Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- K660: Peritoneal adhesions (postprocedural) (postinfection)
- K668: Other specified disorders of peritoneum
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:
- Endometrial Cancer
- Uterine Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Malignant Endometrial Tumor
- Endometrial Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Endometrium
ICD-10 Codes:
- C541: Malignant neoplasm of endometrium
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Cancer Spread to Liver and Bile Duct
- Liver Cancer
- Metastatic Liver Cancer
- Secondary Liver Tumor
- Liver Metastasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C787: Secondary malignant neoplasm of liver and intrahepatic bile duct
Also known as:
- Other Soft Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle and connective tissue problems
- Uncommon soft tissue conditions
- Various soft tissue ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders
Also known as:
- Abdominal or Pelvic Swelling, Mass, or Lump
- Belly lump
- Pelvic mass
- Abdominal swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1900: Intra-abdominal and pelvic swelling, mass and lump, unspecified site
Which procedures does Dr. Lwin perform as a Surgical Oncologist?
As a Surgical Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Thinzar Lwin may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lwin's office.
Does Dr. Lwin accept my insurance?
Dr. Lwin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 826-4673 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lwin accept in Duarte, CA?
Dr. Lwin in Duarte, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
CalOptima
Centene
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lwin's office located?
What is Dr. Lwin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lwin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356684997.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lwin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lwin
What is Dr. Thinzar Lwin's specialty?
Dr. Lwin is a Surgical Oncologist near Duarte, CA. 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. Lwin to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Thinzar Lwin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lwin is affiliated with City Of Hope - Duarte Cancer Center 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 Thinzar Lwin accepting new patients in Duarte, CA?
Yes, Dr. Thinzar Lwin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thinzar Lwin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lwin's office at (800) 826-4673 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thinzar Lwin?
Please contact Dr. Lwin's office at (800) 826-4673 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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