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Who is Dr. Contino, Surgical Oncologist in Saginaw, MI?
Dr. Joseph Contino, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Saginaw, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Contino completed his residency at Huntsman Cancer Institute. He is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, American Society for Radiation Oncology, American College of Radiation Oncology, American Brachytherapy Society, and American Radium Society. Dr. Contino is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Contino’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Contino’s office at (989) 583-5060.
Where did Dr. Contino go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Huntsman Cancer Institute
Medical School: University of Utah | University of Utah
What languages does Dr. Contino speak?
Dr. Contino and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Contino treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Contino 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. Contino. 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:
- Estrogen Receptor Positive (ER+) Status
- Breast Cancer
- Central Left Female Breast Cancer
- Central Right Female Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Upper-Inner Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
- Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
- Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
- ER Positive Breast Cancer
- Hormone-Sensitive Breast Cancer
- Estrogen-Driven Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Left female breast central tumor
- Malignant growth in central left female breast
- Right female breast central tumor
- Malignant growth in central right female breast
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Left female breast cancer upper-inner
- Upper-inner left female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-inner left female breast
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
- Precancerous cells right breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
- DCIS right breast
- Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
- Diffuse left female breast cancer
- Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z170: Estrogen receptor positive status [ER+]
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50112: Malignant neoplasm of central portion of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50111: Malignant neoplasm of central portion of right female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50212: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of left female breast
- D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
- C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
- C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
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:
- 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:
- Estrogen Receptor Negative (ER-) Status
- Breast Cancer
- ER Negative Cancer
- No Estrogen Receptors
- Hormone Receptor Negative
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z171: Estrogen receptor negative status [ER-]
Also known as:
- Nipple Discharge
- Breast Disease
- Nipple Secretion
- Leaking Nipple
- Galactorrhea
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6452: Nipple discharge
Also known as:
- Benign Left Breast Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Breast Disease
- Non-cancerous left breast growth
- Left breast mass
- Left breast lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- D242: Benign neoplasm of left breast
Also known as:
- Breast Pain
- Breast Disease
- Mastalgia
- Tender Breasts
- Sore Breasts
ICD-10 Codes:
- N644: Mastodynia
Also known as:
- Lump in Right Breast
- Breast Disease
- Right breast mass
- Right breast lesion
- Right breast nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6310: Unspecified lump in the right breast, unspecified quadrant
Also known as:
- Benign Breast Changes in Left Breast
- Breast Disease
- Non-cancerous left breast conditions
- Fibrocystic changes left breast
- Left mammary dysplasia
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6092: Unspecified benign mammary dysplasia of left 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
Which procedures does Dr. Contino perform as a Surgical Oncologist?
As a Surgical Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Joseph Contino 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. Contino's office.
Does Dr. Contino accept my insurance?
Dr. Contino accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (989) 583-5060 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Contino accept in Saginaw, MI?
Dr. Contino in Saginaw, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Medicare
Molina
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Where is Dr. Contino's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Society of Clinical Oncology
Member
American Society for Radiation Oncology
Member
American College of Radiation Oncology
Member
American Brachytherapy Society
Member
American Radium Society
Member
What is Dr. Contino's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Contino's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356384499.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Contino?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Contino
What is Dr. Joseph Contino's specialty?
Dr. Contino is a Surgical Oncologist near Saginaw, MI. 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. Contino to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joseph Contino affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Contino is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Covenant Medical Center Harrison. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Joseph Contino accepting new patients in Saginaw, MI?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Contino is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Contino offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Contino's office at (989) 583-5060 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Contino?
Please contact Dr. Contino's office at (989) 583-5060 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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