Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Recabaren, Surgeon in Pasadena, CA?
Dr. James Recabaren, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Pasadena, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Recabaren graduated from Creighton University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Mem Sloan-Kettering Cancer Ctr, General Surgery; Creighton Univ Affil Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Recabaren is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Recabaren’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Recabaren’s office at (626) 449-4859.
Where did Dr. Recabaren go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mem Sloan-Kettering Cancer Ctr, General Surgery; Creighton Univ Affil Hosp, General Surgery | Creighton University Program
Medical School: Creighton University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Recabaren board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. James Recabaren, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Recabaren speak?
Dr. Recabaren and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Recabaren treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Recabaren 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. Recabaren. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ left breast
- Precancerous cells left breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer left breast
- DCIS left breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Epidermal Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Epidermoid Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L720: Epidermal cyst
Also known as:
- Melanoma of Left Arm or Shoulder
- Melanoma
- Left Arm Melanoma
- Left Shoulder Melanoma
- Skin Cancer of Left Arm
- Left Upper Limb Melanoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C4362: Malignant melanoma of left upper limb, including shoulder
What procedures does Dr. Recabaren perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Recabaren 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. Recabaren. 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:
- 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:
- Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
- Complex Wound Repair (Scalp, Arms, Legs)
- Intermediate Wound Repair (2.5 cm or less)
- Wounds and Injuries
- Laceration Repair (Body)
- Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
- Deep Wound Stitching (Body)
- Deep Wound Repair (Extremities)
- Surgical Closure of Complex Wound
- Advanced Wound Stitching
- Complex Wound Closure
- Deep Wound Stitching
- Injury Repair
CPT Codes:
- 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
- 13121: Repair, complex, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
- 12031: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.5 cm or less
Also known as:
- Skin Cancer Removal (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
- Malignant Skin Lesion Removal
- Malignant Lesion Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal
- Cancerous Mole Removal
- Skin Cancer Excision
- Malignant Mole Removal
- Tumor Removal from Skin
- Wide Excision of Skin Lesion
CPT Codes:
- 11603: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
- 11604: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 3.1 to 4.0 cm
Also known as:
- Breast Lump Removal with Marker Guidance
- Image-Guided Breast Lesion Excision
- Wire-Localized Breast Biopsy
- Open Excision of Marked Breast Lesion
- Breast Mass Removal with Marker
CPT Codes:
- 19125: Excision of breast lesion identified by preoperative placement of radiological marker, open; single lesion
Also known as:
- Large Malignant Skin Lesion Removal
- Skin Cancer Excision
- Large Malignant Growth Removal
- Wide Excision of Skin Cancer
- Trunk/Limb Skin Cancer Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 11606: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesion
- Skin Cancer Removal (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
- Benign Skin Growth Excision
- Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
- Mole Removal
- Skin Tumor Excision
- Malignant Lesion Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal
- Cancerous Skin Growth Excision
CPT Codes:
- 11403: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
- 11602: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
Also known as:
- Split-Thickness Skin Graft (Face, Hands, Feet)
- Autologous Skin Graft
- Partial Thickness Skin Graft
- Skin Transplant
- Facial Skin Graft
CPT Codes:
- 15120: Split-Thickness Autograft, Face, Scalp, Eyelids, Mouth, Neck, Ears, Orbits, Genitalia, Hands, Feet, And/Or Multiple Digits; First 100 Sq Cm Or Less, Or 1% Of Body Area Of Infants And Children (Except 15050)
Also known as:
- Complex Wound Repair on Torso (2.6-7.5 cm)
- Trunk Wound Closure (Complex)
- Deep Torso Laceration Repair
- Complex Body Wound Stitching
CPT Codes:
- 13101: Repair, complex, trunk; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
Also known as:
- Large Skin Cancer Removal
- Malignant Lesion Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal
- Wide Excision of Skin Cancer
CPT Codes:
- 11626: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; excised diameter over 4.0 cm
Also known as:
- Breast Lesion Excision
- Breast Cyst Removal
- Fibroadenoma Excision
- Breast Tumor Removal
- Nipple/Areolar Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 19120: Excision of cyst, fibroadenoma, or other benign or malignant tumor, aberrant breast tissue, duct lesion, nipple or areolar lesion (except 19300), open, male or female, 1 or more lesions
Also known as:
- Skin Biopsy (Punch)
- Skin Biopsy
- Punch Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
- Dermal Punch Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11104: Punch biopsy of skin (including simple closure, when performed); single lesion
Also known as:
- Removal of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth (1.1-2.0 cm)
- Benign Skin Lesion Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
- Mole Removal (Non-Cancerous)
CPT Codes:
- 11402: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
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)
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:
- Lymph Node Biopsy
- Muscle Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Superficial Lymph Node Excision
- Open Lymph Node Biopsy
- Lymph Gland Biopsy
- Percutaneous Muscle Biopsy
- Muscle Tissue Sample
CPT Codes:
- 38500: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, superficial
- 20206: Biopsy, muscle, percutaneous needle
Does Dr. Recabaren accept my insurance?
Dr. Recabaren accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 449-4859 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Recabaren accept in Pasadena, CA?
Dr. Recabaren in Pasadena, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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All Other Third Party
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Centene
City of Los Angeles
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CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
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Where is Dr. Recabaren's office located?
Dr. James Recabaren's Primary Practice
1044 S Fair Oaks Ave # 101
Pasadena, CA 91105
(626) 449-4859
What is Dr. Recabaren's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Recabaren's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851320063.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Recabaren?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Recabaren
What is Dr. James Recabaren's specialty?
Dr. Recabaren is a Surgeon near Pasadena, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Recabaren to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Recabaren affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Recabaren is affiliated with Huntington Hospital (Pasadena, CA) 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 James Recabaren accepting new patients in Pasadena, CA?
Yes, Dr. James Recabaren is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Recabaren offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Recabaren's office at (626) 449-4859 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Recabaren?
Please contact Dr. Recabaren's office at (626) 449-4859 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Recabaren have?
Dr. James Recabaren is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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