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Dr. Sang Lee, MD

Thoracic Surgeon, Surgeon

San Jose, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lee, Thoracic Surgeon in San Jose, CA?

    Dr. Sang Lee, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Jose, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Lee graduated from University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine. Dr. Lee is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lee’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lee’s office at (408) 920-0177.

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

    • Medical School: University of Chicago Division of the Biological Sciences The Pritzker School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Lee speak?

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

    • English
    • Korean

    What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Lee typically treat?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Lee 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. Lee. 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:

    • Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
    • Chest Pain from Heart Disease
    • Angina Pectoris
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I25119: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unspecified angina pectoris
    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Respiratory System Growth of Unknown Type
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung tumor of unknown nature
    • Airway growth of unknown type
    • Indeterminate respiratory mass

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D491: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of respiratory system

    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:

    • Lung Tuberculosis
    • Tuberculosis
    • Pulmonary Tuberculosis
    • TB of the Lungs
    • Consumption

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A150: Tuberculosis of lung

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Lee typically perform?

    As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Lee 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. Lee. 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:

    • Arm Artery Harvest for Heart Bypass
    • Upper Extremity Artery Harvest
    • Artery Graft Procurement
    • Coronary Bypass Graft Harvesting
    • Radial Artery Harvest

    CPT Codes:

    • 35600: Harvest of upper extremity artery, 1 segment, for coronary artery bypass procedure, open

    Also known as:

    • Femoropopliteal Vein Harvest for Graft
    • Leg Vein Harvest
    • Vein Graft Procurement
    • Femoropopliteal Vein Removal for Bypass

    CPT Codes:

    • 35572: Harvest of femoropopliteal vein, 1 segment, for vascular reconstruction procedure (eg, aortic, vena caval, coronary, peripheral artery) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Endoscopic Vein Harvest for Bypass
    • Endoscopy
    • Video-Assisted Vein Harvest
    • Minimally Invasive Vein Removal
    • Endoscopic Saphenous Vein Harvest
    • Vein Harvesting for CABG

    CPT Codes:

    • 33508: Endoscopy, surgical, including video-assisted harvest of vein(s) for coronary artery bypass procedure (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Temporary Dual Chamber Pacemaker Wire Insertion
    • Temporary Transvenous Pacing
    • Dual Chamber Pacing Electrodes
    • Temporary Pacemaker Lead Placement

    CPT Codes:

    • 33211: Insertion or replacement of temporary transvenous dual chamber pacing electrodes (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Temporary Pacemaker Electrode Insertion
    • Temporary Cardiac Pacing Lead Placement
    • Transvenous Pacemaker Catheter Insertion
    • Single Chamber Temporary Pacemaker

    CPT Codes:

    • 33210: Insertion or replacement of temporary transvenous single chamber cardiac electrode or pacemaker catheter (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Artery Cleaning During Heart Bypass
    • Coronary Endarterectomy
    • Heart Artery Plaque Removal
    • CABG with Endarterectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 33572: Coronary endarterectomy, open, any method, of left anterior descending, circumflex, or right coronary artery performed in conjunction with coronary artery bypass graft procedure, each vessel (List separately in addition to primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
    • Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
    • Heart bypass surgery
    • CABG surgery
    • Arterial bypass graft

    CPT Codes:

    • 33533: Coronary artery bypass, using arterial graft(s); single arterial graft

    Also known as:

    • Thymectomy (Thymus Gland Removal)
    • Thymus removal surgery
    • Partial thymectomy
    • Total thymectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 60521: Thymectomy, partial or total; sternal split or transthoracic approach, without radical mediastinal dissection (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Open Breastbone Fracture Repair
    • Sternum Fracture Surgery
    • Breastbone Fixation
    • Open Chest Bone Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 21825: Open treatment of sternum fracture with or without skeletal fixation

    Does Dr. Lee accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lee accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 920-0177 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lee accept in San Jose, CA?

    Dr. Lee in San Jose, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Territories

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Exel

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Valley Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Lee's office located?

    Dr. Sang Lee's Primary Practice

    175 N Jackson Ave Ste 201

    San Jose, CA 95116

    (408) 920-0177

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    Dr. Sang Lee's Practice 2

    455 Oconnor Dr Ste 280

    San Jose, CA 95128

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    What hospitals are Dr. Lee affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Lee has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Oconnor Hospital,San Jose, CA
    Good Samaritan Hospital - San Jose,San Jose, CA
    Regional Medical Center Of San Jose,San Jose, CA
    Santa Clara Valley Medical Center,San Jose, CA

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

    Dr. Lee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356384796.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lee?

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

    What is Dr. Sang Lee's specialty?

    Dr. Lee is a Thoracic Surgeon near San Jose, CA.

    What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?

    A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty.

    Is Dr. Sang Lee affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lee is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Valleycare 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 Dr. Sang Lee accepting new patients in San Jose, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Sang Lee is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sang Lee offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lee's office at (408) 920-0177 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sang Lee?

    Please contact Dr. Lee's office at (408) 920-0177 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lee's office located?

    Dr. Lee's office is located in San Jose, CA.