26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Habal, Surgical Oncologist in Greenville, NC?
Dr. Nizar Habal, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Greenville, NC. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Habal graduated from New York Medical College and completed his residency at Ny And Presby Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Habal is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Habal’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Habal’s office at (252) 413-0036.
Where did Dr. Habal go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ny And Presby Hosp, General Surgery | New York Presbyterian Hospital Program
Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny | New York Medical College
Is Dr. Habal board certified as a Surgical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Nizar Habal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Habal speak?
Dr. Habal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Habal typically treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Habal 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. Habal. 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
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
- 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 in multiple areas
- Diffuse left female breast cancer
- Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
What procedures does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Habal typically perform?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Habal 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. Habal. 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:
- 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:
- Radioactive Tracer Injection for Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
- Sentinel Node Mapping Injection
- Lymph Node Tracer Injection
- Radioactive Dye for Lymph Nodes
- Sentinel Lymph Node Identification
CPT Codes:
- 38792: Injection procedure; radioactive tracer for identification of sentinel node
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:
- 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:
- Breast Lift
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Mastopexy
- Breast Reshaping Surgery
- Pexy Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 19316: Mastopexy
Also known as:
- Breast Radiation Catheter Placement
- Radiation Therapy
- Breast Brachytherapy Catheter
- Interstitial Radiation Catheter
- Breast Cancer Radiation Delivery
CPT Codes:
- 19296: Placement of radiotherapy afterloading expandable catheter (single or multichannel) into the breast for interstitial radioelement application following partial mastectomy, includes imaging guidance; on date separate from partial mastectomy
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
Does Dr. Habal accept my insurance?
Dr. Habal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (252) 413-0036 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Habal accept in Greenville, NC?
Dr. Habal in Greenville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Habal's office located?
What is Dr. Habal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Habal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215932223.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Habal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Habal
What is Dr. Nizar Habal's specialty?
Dr. Habal is a Surgical Oncologist near Greenville, NC.
What does a Surgical Oncologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Nizar Habal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Habal is affiliated with Carteret Health Care 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 Nizar Habal accepting new patients in Greenville, NC?
Yes, Dr. Nizar Habal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nizar Habal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Habal's office at (252) 413-0036 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nizar Habal?
Please contact Dr. Habal's office at (252) 413-0036 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nizar Habal have?
Dr. Nizar Habal is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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