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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Iyengar, Body Imaging Specialist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Geeta Iyengar, MD is a Body Imaging Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Iyengar is fluent in English, Hindi, Marathi, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Iyengar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Iyengar’s office.
Is Dr. Iyengar board certified as a Body Imaging Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Geeta Iyengar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Iyengar speak?
Dr. Iyengar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Marathi
Tamil
What conditions does a Body Imaging Specialist like Dr. Iyengar typically treat?
As a Body Imaging Specialist, Dr. Iyengar 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. Iyengar. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Dense Breasts
- Dense breast tissue
- High breast density
- Fibroglandular breasts
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9230: Dense breasts, unspecified
Also known as:
- Breast Lump in Right Upper Outer Quadrant
- Lump in Upper Outer Left Breast
- Breast Disease
- Lump in right breast upper outer
- Right breast mass upper outer
- Palpable mass right upper outer breast
- Mass in upper outer left breast
- Nodule in left breast upper outer
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6311: Unspecified lump in the right breast, upper outer quadrant
- N6321: Unspecified lump in the left breast, upper outer quadrant
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
What procedures does a Body Imaging Specialist like Dr. Iyengar typically perform?
As a Body Imaging Specialist, Dr. Iyengar 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. Iyengar. 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:
- Ultrasound-Guided Breast Biopsy
- MRI-Guided Breast Biopsy
- Breast Biopsy
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
- Breast Tissue Sample
- Breast Lesion Biopsy with Clip
- Magnetic Resonance Breast Biopsy
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy with MRI
- Breast Lesion Biopsy with Localization
CPT Codes:
- 19083: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance
- 19085: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including magnetic resonance guidance
Also known as:
- Breast Biopsy with Stereotactic Guidance
- Breast Biopsy
- Stereotactic Breast Biopsy
- Image-Guided Breast Biopsy
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
- Breast Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 19081: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including stereotactic guidance
Also known as:
- Breast Cyst Aspiration
- Breast Cyst Drainage
- Puncture of Breast Cyst
CPT Codes:
- 19000: Puncture aspiration of cyst of breast;
Also known as:
- Superficial Lymph Node Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Needle Lymph Node Biopsy
- Cervical Lymph Node Biopsy
- Inguinal Lymph Node Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 38505: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); by needle, superficial (eg, cervical, inguinal, axillary)
Does Dr. Iyengar accept my insurance?
Dr. Iyengar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Iyengar accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Iyengar in Santa Monica, 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Preferred IPA
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Iyengar's office located?
What is Dr. Iyengar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Iyengar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821033622.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Iyengar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Iyengar
What is Dr. Geeta Iyengar's specialty?
Dr. Iyengar is a Body Imaging Specialist near Santa Monica, CA.
What does a Body Imaging Specialist do?
A Doctor of Osteopathy specializing in Radiology focuses on body imaging techniques to diagnose and evaluate medical conditions. Utilizing advanced modalities like MRI and CT scans, they provide detailed insights into the body's structures while promoting patient health through a holistic approach.
Is this Dr. Geeta Iyengar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Iyengar is affiliated with Providence Saint John's Health 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
When to see a Body Imaging Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Geeta Iyengar accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Geeta Iyengar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Geeta Iyengar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Iyengar's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Geeta Iyengar?
Please contact Dr. Iyengar's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Geeta Iyengar have?
Dr. Geeta Iyengar is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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