33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hom, Surgeon in Castro Valley, CA?
Dr. Louise Hom, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Castro Valley, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Hom graduated from University of California and completed her residency at Alameda Co Med Ctr, General Surgery Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Hom is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hom’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hom’s office at (510) 583-8192.
Where did Dr. Hom go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Alameda Co Med Ctr, General Surgery Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, General Surgery | Alameda County Medical Center Program
Medical School: University Of Ca- Davis- Sch Of Med- Davis Ca | University of California
Is Dr. Hom board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Louise Hom, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Hom speak?
Dr. Hom and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Hom typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Hom 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. Hom. 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
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
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
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Hom typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Hom 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. Hom. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Partial Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Breast conserving surgery
- Quadrantectomy
- Segmentectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
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:
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Does Dr. Hom accept my insurance?
Dr. Hom accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 583-8192 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hom accept in Castro Valley, CA?
Dr. Hom in Castro Valley, 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
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hom's office located?
Dr. Louise Hom's Primary Practice
20130 Lake Chabot Rd Ste 202
Castro Valley, CA 94546
(510) 583-8192
What is Dr. Hom's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649275330.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hom?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hom
What is Dr. Louise Hom's specialty?
Dr. Hom is a Surgeon near Castro Valley, 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. Louise Hom affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hom is affiliated with Eden Medical 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 Louise Hom accepting new patients in Castro Valley, CA?
Yes, Dr. Louise Hom is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Louise Hom offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hom's office at (510) 583-8192 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Louise Hom?
Please contact Dr. Hom's office at (510) 583-8192 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Louise Hom have?
Dr. Louise Hom is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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