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Dr. Dennis Holmes, MD

Dr. Dennis Holmes, MD

Los Angeles, CA

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Holmes, Surgeon in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Dennis Holmes, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Holmes completed his residency at University of California San Francisco-East Bay. He is a member of the American College of Surgeons and American Society of Breast Surgeons. Dr. Holmes is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Holmes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Holmes’s office at (213) 742-5784.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Holmes?

    Dr. Dennis Holmes, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Holmes empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Cancer, Breast Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Los Angeles, CA community, Dr. Holmes is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: University of Southern California

    • Residency: University of California San Francisco-East Bay

    • Medical School: Tulane University School of Medicine, New Orleans

    Is Dr. Holmes board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Dennis Holmes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Holmes speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

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

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Holmes 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. Holmes. 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:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
    • Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
    • Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma
    • 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
    • Right female breast cancer upper-outer
    • Upper-outer right female breast tumor
    • Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
    • D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
    • C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
    • C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast

    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 Surgeon like Dr. Holmes typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Holmes 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. Holmes. 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:

    • Partial Mastectomy
    • Simple Mastectomy
    • Mastectomy
    • Lumpectomy
    • Breast conserving surgery
    • Quadrantectomy
    • Segmentectomy
    • Complete Mastectomy
    • Breast Removal Surgery
    • Total Mastectomy
    • Unilateral Mastectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
    • 19303: Mastectomy, simple, complete

    Also known as:

    • Intraoperative Radiation Therapy (IORT) for Breast Cancer
    • Radiation Therapy
    • IORT for Breast Tumor
    • Radiation During Mastectomy
    • Partial Mastectomy with Radiation
    • Targeted Breast Radiation

    CPT Codes:

    • 19294: Preparation of tumor cavity, with placement of a radiation therapy applicator for intraoperative radiation therapy (IORT) concurrent with partial mastectomy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Skin Flap Surgery (Medium)
    • Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
    • Local Flap Surgery
    • Skin Graft (Adjacent Tissue)

    CPT Codes:

    • 14301: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; defect 30.1 sq cm to 60.0 sq cm

    Also known as:

    • Breast Lesion Localization
    • Breast Marker Placement
    • Wire Localization Breast
    • Mammographic Guided Breast Localization

    CPT Codes:

    • 19281: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including mammographic guidance

    Also known as:

    • Armpit Lymph Node Removal
    • Axillary dissection
    • Superficial axillary lymphadenectomy
    • Underarm lymph node surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 38740: Axillary lymphadenectomy; superficial

    Also known as:

    • Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
    • Lymph Node Identification
    • Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
    • Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes

    CPT Codes:

    • 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Does Dr. Holmes accept my insurance?

    Dr. Holmes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (213) 742-5784 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Holmes accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Holmes in Los Angeles, 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

    • City of Los Angeles

    • HealthSmart

    • Heritage Health

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Holmes' office located?

    Dr. Dennis Holmes' Primary Practice

    1401 S Grand Ave

    Los Angeles, CA 90015

    (213) 742-5784

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    Dr. Dennis Holmes' Practice 2

    1245 Wilshire Blvd Ste 303

    Los Angeles, CA 90017

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    American College of Surgeons

    Professional Member

    American Society of Breast Surgeons

    Professional Member

    Awards

    “Top Doctors”

    Los Angeles Magazine

    “Strong Voice Award”

    Breast Cancer Advocacy Denise Roberts Breast

    County of Los Angeles Outstanding Community Service Award

    Los Angeles Board of Supervisors, Los Angeles, CA

    “Spirit of Excellence Award”

    My Sister My Friend Breast Cancer Support Group, Los Angeles, CA

    Community Achievement Award

    Women of Color Breast Cancer Survivors Support Project, Los Angeles CA

    Community Achievement Award

    Breast Cancer Awareness Day, Church of the Nazarene, Los Angeles, CA

    “Pasadena Top Doc”

    Breast Surgery

    Congressional Commendation

    Congressional Commendation

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

    Dr. Holmes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124056197.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Holmes?

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

    What is Dr. Dennis Holmes's specialty?

    Dr. Holmes is a Surgeon near Los Angeles, CA.

    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 this Dr. Dennis Holmes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Holmes 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

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    Is Dennis Holmes accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Dennis Holmes is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dennis Holmes offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Holmes's office at (213) 742-5784 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dennis Holmes?

    Please contact Dr. Holmes's office at (213) 742-5784 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Dennis Holmes have?

    Dr. Dennis Holmes is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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