Dr. Sukhyung Lee, MD

Gaithersburg, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Lee, Surgeon in Gaithersburg, MD?

Dr. Sukhyung Lee, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Gaithersburg, MD. He is board certified. Dr. Lee is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lee’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lee’s office at (240) 632-4000.

Is Dr. Lee board certified as a Surgeon?

Yes, Dr. Sukhyung Lee, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

What languages does Dr. Lee speak?

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

English

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

As a 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:

Gallstones
Cholelithiasis
Gallbladder stones
Biliary calculi

ICD-10 Codes:

K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

Also known as:

Groin Hernia (One Side)
Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
Single Groin Hernia
Hernia in One Groin

ICD-10 Codes:

K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

Also known as:

Lipoma
Benign Tumor
Fatty tumor
Fatty lump
Benign fatty growth
Adipose tumor

ICD-10 Codes:

D179: Benign lipomatous neoplasm, unspecified

Also known as:

Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
After Surgery
Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
Stomach surgery aftercare
Bowel surgery recovery

ICD-10 Codes:

Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system

Also known as:

Hemorrhoids
Piles
Swollen Veins in Anus
Anal Lumps

ICD-10 Codes:

K649: Unspecified hemorrhoids

Also known as:

Wound Dressing Change or Removal
Wounds and Injuries
Non-surgical dressing care
Wound care visit
Dressing replacement

ICD-10 Codes:

Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing

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

As a 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:

Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

CPT Codes:

47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

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:

CPT Codes:

19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);

Does Dr. Lee accept my insurance?

Dr. Lee accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (240) 632-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Lee accept in Gaithersburg, MD?

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

Top Insurances

Cigna Group
Kaiser Permanente

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Where is Dr. Lee's office located?

Dr. Sukhyung Lee's Primary Practice

655 Watkins Mill Rd

Gaithersburg, MD 20879

(240) 632-4000

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What hospitals are Dr. Lee affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Lee has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Holy Cross Hospital - Silver Spring,Silver Spring, MD

Gold Standard Top Hospital

Ranked in 2 Specialties

Ranked in 5 Procedures

Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center,Lanham, MD

Ranked Cancer Surgery

Ranked Mastectomy

Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center,Rockville, MD

Ranked in 2 Specialties

Ranked in 3 Procedures

Um Capital Region Medical Center,Largo, MD

Ranked ObGyn Surgery

Ranked C-section surgery

Holy Cross Germantown Hospital,Germantown, MD

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 1699719880.

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. Sukhyung Lee's specialty?

Dr. Lee is a Surgeon near Gaithersburg, MD.

What does a Surgeon do?

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.

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

Yes, Dr. Lee is affiliated with Holy Cross Hospital - Silver Spring, Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center, Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center, Um Capital Region Medical Center 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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