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Dr. Mark Runfola, MD

Mesa, AZ

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Runfola, Surgeon in Mesa, AZ?

    Dr. Mark Runfola, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Mesa, AZ with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Runfola completed his residency at Good Samaritan Reg Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Runfola is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Runfola’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Runfola’s office at (480) 969-0630.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Runfola?

    Dr. Mark Runfola, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Runfola empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Gastrointestinal Cancer, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Mesa/AZ community, Dr. Runfola is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Good Samaritan Reg Med Ctr, General Surgery

    • Medical School: University At Buffalo SUNY School Of Med and Biomedical Sciences Buffalo Ny

    Is Dr. Runfola board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Mark Runfola, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Runfola speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Runfola treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Runfola 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. Runfola. 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:

    • Melanoma of the Trunk
    • Melanoma of Left Arm or Shoulder
    • Melanoma of the Right Arm or Shoulder
    • Melanoma of Right Leg or Hip
    • Melanoma
    • Malignant Melanoma of Body
    • Skin Cancer on Torso
    • Left Arm Melanoma
    • Left Shoulder Melanoma
    • Skin Cancer of Left Arm
    • Left Upper Limb Melanoma
    • Right Arm Melanoma
    • Right Shoulder Melanoma
    • Malignant Melanoma of Right Arm
    • Right Leg Melanoma
    • Right Hip Melanoma
    • Skin Cancer of Right Leg
    • Right Lower Limb Melanoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C4359: Malignant melanoma of other part of trunk
    • C4362: Malignant melanoma of left upper limb, including shoulder
    • C4361: Malignant melanoma of right upper limb, including shoulder
    • C4371: Malignant melanoma of right lower limb, including hip

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Pancreatic Disease
    • Pancreatic Disease
    • Miscellaneous Pancreas Disorders
    • Named Pancreatic Conditions
    • Other Defined Pancreas Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8689: Other specified diseases of pancreas

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Cancer (Other Specified Sites)
    • Cancer
    • Metastatic cancer
    • Cancer spread to other organs
    • Cancer metastases

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C7989: Secondary malignant neoplasm of other specified sites

    Also known as:

    • Pancreatic Cancer
    • Cancer of the pancreas
    • Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
    • Pancreatic adenocarcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas

    What procedures does Dr. Runfola perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Runfola 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. Runfola. 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:

    • Wound or Burn Site Preparation for Graft
    • Surgery
    • Surgical Wound Debridement
    • Burn Eschar Excision
    • Scar Contracture Release
    • Recipient Site Preparation

    CPT Codes:

    • 15002: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, trunk, arms, legs; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children

    Also known as:

    • Skin Flap Surgery (Medium)
    • Adjacent Tissue Transfer (Additional Area)
    • Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
    • Local Flap Surgery
    • Skin Graft (Adjacent Tissue)
    • Skin Flap Surgery
    • Tissue Rearrangement
    • Local Flap Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 14301: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; defect 30.1 sq cm to 60.0 sq cm
    • 14302: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; each additional 30.0 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

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

    CPT Codes:

    • 14021: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, scalp, arms and/or legs; defect 10.1 sq cm to 30.0 sq cm

    Also known as:

    • Adjacent Tissue Transfer (Trunk)
    • Skin Flap Surgery
    • Local Flap Reconstruction
    • Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
    • Skin Repair Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 14001: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, trunk; defect 10.1 sq cm to 30.0 sq cm

    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:

    • 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:

    • Partial Mastectomy
    • Mastectomy
    • Lumpectomy
    • Breast conserving surgery
    • Quadrantectomy
    • Segmentectomy

    CPT Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Complex Wound Repair (Scalp, Arms, Legs)
    • Deep Wound Repair (Extremities)
    • Surgical Closure of Complex Wound
    • Advanced Wound Stitching

    CPT Codes:

    • 13121: Repair, complex, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm

    Also known as:

    • Malignant Skin Lesion Removal
    • Skin Cancer Excision
    • Malignant Mole Removal
    • Tumor Removal from Skin
    • Wide Excision of Skin Lesion

    CPT Codes:

    • 11604: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 3.1 to 4.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Injection to Test Blood Flow in Skin Graft
    • Flap or Graft Blood Flow Test
    • Fluorescein Injection for Vascularity
    • Vascular Flow Assessment

    CPT Codes:

    • 15860: Intravenous injection of agent (eg, fluorescein) to test vascular flow in flap or graft

    Also known as:

    • Surgical Preparation for Skin Graft (Infants/Children)
    • Surgery
    • Wound Debridement for Graft
    • Burn Scar Release Surgery
    • Recipient Site Preparation for Skin Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 15004: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet and/or multiple digits; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children

    Also known as:

    • Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
    • Artificial Skin Graft
    • Wound Skin Replacement
    • Bioengineered Skin Application

    CPT Codes:

    • 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area

    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:

    • Deep Neck Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Groin Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Cervical Lymph Node Excision
    • Open Neck Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Deep Cervical Node Removal
    • Superficial Lymph Node Excision
    • Open Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Lymph Gland Biopsy
    • Inguinofemoral Lymph Node Excision
    • Femoral Lymph Node Removal
    • Groin Lymph Node Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 38510: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep cervical node(s)
    • 38500: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, superficial
    • 38531: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, inguinofemoral node(s)

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Lymph Node Dissection
    • Complete Axillary Lymph Node Removal
    • Regional Lymphadenectomy
    • Celiac Lymph Node Removal
    • Peripancreatic Lymph Node Excision
    • Axillary dissection
    • Armpit lymph node surgery
    • Lymphadenectomy of armpit

    CPT Codes:

    • 38747: Abdominal lymphadenectomy, regional, including celiac, gastric, portal, peripancreatic, with or without para-aortic and vena caval nodes (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 38745: Axillary lymphadenectomy; complete

    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:

    • Open Removal of Abdominal Tumors or Cysts (Small)
    • Medium Abdominal Tumor or Cyst Removal
    • Small Abdominal Tumor or Cyst Removal
    • Peritoneal tumor excision
    • Mesenteric cyst removal
    • Retroperitoneal tumor destruction
    • Peritoneal Tumor Excision
    • Mesenteric Cyst Removal
    • Retroperitoneal Tumor Surgery
    • Intra-abdominal tumor excision
    • Peritoneal cyst removal
    • Retroperitoneal tumor surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 49203: Excision or destruction, open, intra-abdominal tumors, cysts or endometriomas, 1 or more peritoneal, mesenteric, or retroperitoneal primary or secondary tumors; largest tumor 5 cm diameter or less
    • 49204: Excision or destruction, open, intra-abdominal tumors, cysts or endometriomas, 1 or more peritoneal, mesenteric, or retroperitoneal primary or secondary tumors; largest tumor 5.1-10.0 cm diameter
    • 49186: Excision Or Destruction, Open, Intra-Abdominal (Ie, Peritoneal, Mesenteric, Retroperitoneal), Primary Or Secondary Tumor(S) Or Cyst(S), Sum Of The Maximum Length Of Tumor(S) Or Cyst(S); 5 Cm Or Less

    Also known as:

    • Omental Flap Surgery
    • Intra-abdominal Omental Transfer
    • Omentum Flap
    • Abdominal Tissue Flap

    CPT Codes:

    • 49905: Omental flap, intra-abdominal (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Whipple Procedure
    • Pancreaticoduodenectomy
    • Whipple operation
    • Pancreas cancer surgery
    • Pylorus-preserving pancreaticoduodenectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 48150: Pancreatectomy, proximal subtotal with total duodenectomy, partial gastrectomy, choledochoenterostomy and gastrojejunostomy (Whipple-type procedure); with pancreatojejunostomy

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Exploration or Foreign Body Removal
    • Gastrotomy
    • Open Stomach Surgery
    • Stomach Foreign Object Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 43500: Gastrotomy; with exploration or foreign body removal

    Also known as:

    • Small Intestine Resection
    • Enterectomy
    • Bowel resection
    • Small bowel removal
    • Intestinal surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 44120: Enterectomy, resection of small intestine; single resection and anastomosis

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Biopsy
    • Minimally Invasive Biopsy
    • Peritoneal Biopsy
    • Abdominal Biopsy via Laparoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 49321: Laparoscopy, surgical; with biopsy (single or multiple)

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Laparoscopy of Abdomen
    • Exploratory Laparoscopy
    • Abdominal Scope
    • Peritoneal Biopsy
    • Omentum Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 49320: Laparoscopy, abdomen, peritoneum, and omentum, diagnostic, with or without collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Partial Liver Removal Surgery
    • Partial Hepatectomy
    • Liver Lobectomy
    • Liver Resection

    CPT Codes:

    • 47120: Hepatectomy, resection of liver; partial lobectomy

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography

    Also known as:

    • Open Liver Biopsy (Wedge)
    • Wedge Liver Biopsy
    • Surgical Liver Biopsy
    • Liver Tissue Sample

    CPT Codes:

    • 47100: Biopsy of liver, wedge

    Also known as:

    • Back or Flank Tumor Removal
    • Soft Tissue Tumor Removal (Neck or Chest)
    • Large Thigh or Knee Tumor Removal
    • Large Soft Tissue Tumor Removal (Neck/Chest)
    • Soft Tissue Tumor Removal (Back/Flank)
    • Large Shoulder Tumor Removal
    • Shoulder Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
    • Forearm/Wrist Soft Tissue Tumor Removal (Small)
    • Soft Tissue Tumor Excision
    • Sarcoma Resection
    • Back Tumor Surgery
    • Flank Tumor Surgery
    • Neck Tumor Resection
    • Chest Wall Tumor Excision
    • Sarcoma Removal Surgery
    • Soft Tissue Excision
    • Soft Tissue Sarcoma Resection
    • Radical Tumor Excision
    • Thigh Tumor Surgery
    • Neck tumor resection
    • Chest wall tumor removal
    • Sarcoma surgery
    • Sarcoma Excision
    • Back Tumor Resection
    • Flank Tumor Removal Surgery
    • Radical Soft Tissue Tumor Excision
    • Shoulder Sarcoma Resection
    • Large Soft Tissue Tumor Surgery
    • Shoulder Sarcoma Excision
    • Radical Soft Tissue Resection
    • Shoulder Tumor Surgery
    • Small Tumor Excision (Forearm/Wrist)
    • Sarcoma Resection (Forearm)
    • Wrist Tumor Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 21936: Radical resection of tumor (eg, sarcoma), soft tissue of back or flank; 5 cm or greater
    • 21557: Radical resection of tumor (eg, sarcoma), soft tissue of neck or anterior thorax; less than 5 cm
    • 27364: Radical resection of tumor (eg, sarcoma), soft tissue of thigh or knee area; 5 cm or greater
    • 21558: Radical resection of tumor (eg, sarcoma), soft tissue of neck or anterior thorax; 5 cm or greater
    • 21935: Radical resection of tumor (eg, sarcoma), soft tissue of back or flank; less than 5 cm
    • 23078: Radical resection of tumor (eg, sarcoma), soft tissue of shoulder area; 5 cm or greater
    • 23077: Radical resection of tumor (eg, sarcoma), soft tissue of shoulder area; less than 5 cm
    • 25077: Radical resection of tumor (eg, sarcoma), soft tissue of forearm and/or wrist area; less than 3 cm

    Also known as:

    • Radical Removal of Small Soft Tissue Tumor (Upper Arm/Elbow)
    • Removal of Thigh or Knee Soft Tissue Tumor (Small)
    • Removal of Large Soft Tissue Tumor (Back/Flank)
    • Sarcoma Resection (Arm)
    • Upper Arm Tumor Excision
    • Elbow Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
    • Radical Tumor Surgery (Arm)
    • Thigh Sarcoma Excision
    • Knee Soft Tissue Tumor Surgery
    • Radical Tumor Resection Leg
    • Subcutaneous Tumor Excision (Back)
    • Flank Tumor Removal
    • Large Soft Tissue Mass Excision
    • Back Tumor Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 24077: Radical resection of tumor (eg, sarcoma), soft tissue of upper arm or elbow area; less than 5 cm
    • 27329: Radical resection of tumor (eg, sarcoma), soft tissue of thigh or knee area; less than 5 cm
    • 21931: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of back or flank, subcutaneous; 3 cm or greater

    Also known as:

    • Leg or Ankle Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
    • Sarcoma Excision Leg
    • Soft Tissue Resection Ankle
    • Leg Tumor Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27615: Radical resection of tumor (eg, sarcoma), soft tissue of leg or ankle area; less than 5 cm

    Also known as:

    • Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
    • Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
    • Subcutaneous port placement
    • Central line with port

    CPT Codes:

    • 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older

    Also known as:

    • Direct Repair of Blood Vessel in the Abdomen
    • Abdominal Blood Vessel Repair
    • Intra-Abdominal Vascular Repair
    • Open Abdominal Blood Vessel Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 35221: Repair Blood Vessel, Direct; Intra-Abdominal

    Does Dr. Runfola accept my insurance?

    Dr. Runfola accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 969-0630 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Runfola accept in Mesa, AZ?

    Dr. Runfola in Mesa, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Banner Health

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • IASIS Healthcare

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Runfola's office located?

    Dr. Mark Runfola's Primary Practice

    2945 S Dobson Rd

    Mesa, AZ 85202

    (480) 969-0630

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    Dr. Mark Runfola's Practice 2

    2320 N 3rd St

    Phoenix, AZ 85004

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

    Dr. Runfola's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972509016.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Runfola?

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

    What is Dr. Mark Runfola's specialty?

    Dr. Runfola is a Surgeon near Mesa, AZ. 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. Runfola to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Mark Runfola affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Runfola is affiliated with Banner Desert Medical Center, Mercy Gilbert Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Mark Runfola accepting new patients in Mesa, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Mark Runfola is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mark Runfola offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Runfola's office at (480) 969-0630 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Mark Runfola?

    Please contact Dr. Runfola's office at (480) 969-0630 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Mark Runfola have?

    Dr. Mark Runfola is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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