Dr. Lorraine Tafra, MD

Annapolis, MD

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Who is Dr. Tafra, Surgeon in Annapolis, MD?

Dr. Lorraine Tafra, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Annapolis, MD with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Tafra graduated from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Program. Dr. Tafra is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tafra’s office.

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

Residency: Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Program
Medical School: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine

Is Dr. Tafra board certified as a Surgeon?

Yes, Dr. Lorraine Tafra, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

What languages does Dr. Tafra speak?

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

English

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

As a Surgeon, Dr. Tafra 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. Tafra. 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 Left Breast
Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
Early Breast Cancer of the Right 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
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
Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
Precancerous cells right breast
Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
DCIS right 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
C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast

What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Tafra typically perform?

As a Surgeon, Dr. Tafra 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. Tafra. 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:

CPT Codes:

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

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

Does Dr. Tafra accept my insurance?

Please contact Dr. Tafra's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

Where is Dr. Tafra's office located?

350 Advanced Internal Medicine Residenc

2000 Medical Pkwy Ste 200

Annapolis, MD 21401

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201 The Breast Center

4175 N Hanson Ct Ste 201

Bowie, MD 20716

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

Dr. Tafra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316946312.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tafra?

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

What is Dr. Lorraine Tafra's specialty?

Dr. Tafra is a Surgeon near Annapolis, MD.

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 Dr. Lorraine Tafra affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

No, Dr. Tafra is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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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