Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Axelrod, Surgical Oncologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Deborah Axelrod, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Axelrod completed her residency at Beth Israel Medical Center. Dr. Axelrod is fluent in English, French, Hebrew, Italian, Spanish, and Yiddish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Axelrod’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Axelrod’s office at (212) 731-5365.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Axelrod?
Dr. Deborah Axelrod, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgical Oncologist 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. Axelrod empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Cancer & Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York/NY community, Dr. Axelrod is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Axelrod go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
Residency: Beth Israel Medical Center
Medical School: Tel Aviv University
Is Dr. Axelrod board certified in Surgical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Deborah Axelrod, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery since 1989
What languages does Dr. Axelrod speak?
Dr. Axelrod and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Hebrew
Italian
Spanish
Yiddish
What conditions does Dr. Axelrod treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Axelrod 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. Axelrod. 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:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
- Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
- Genetic Susceptibility to Breast Cancer
- Breast cancer
- Li-Fraumeni syndrome
- 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 left breast
- Precancerous cells left breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer left breast
- DCIS left breast
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
- Precancerous cells right breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
- DCIS right breast
- Inherited Breast Cancer Risk
- Hereditary Breast Cancer
- BRCA Gene Mutation
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast
- D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
- Z1501: Genetic susceptibility to malignant neoplasm of breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
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
Also known as:
- Unclear Mammogram
- Calcium Spots on Mammogram
- Mammography
- Mammograms
- Inconclusive breast screening
- Mammogram needs further testing
- Uncertain mammogram result
- Breast calcifications
- Mammogram calcifications
- Calcium deposits in breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- R922: Inconclusive mammogram
- R921: Mammographic calcification found on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Cystic Breast Changes in Right Breast
- Breast Disease
- Fibrocystic right breast
- Diffuse breast cysts right side
- Right breast cystic disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6011: Diffuse cystic mastopathy of right breast
Also known as:
- Lost both breasts (double mastectomy)
- Lost right breast (mastectomy)
- Mastectomy
- Double mastectomy
- Bilateral breast removal
- Absence of both breasts
- Right mastectomy
- Right breast removal
- Absence of right breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9013: Acquired absence of bilateral breasts and nipples
- Z9011: Acquired absence of right breast and nipple
Also known as:
- Other Specific Breast Disorder
- Breast Disease
- Various breast conditions
- Miscellaneous breast ailments
- Specific breast problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6489: Other specified disorders of breast
Also known as:
- Personal History of Ductal Carcinoma In Situ (DCIS)
- Breast Cancer
- Past DCIS
- Previous non-invasive breast cancer
- History of in-situ breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86000: Personal history of in-situ neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Benign Breast Lump
- Benign Tumor
- Breast Disease
- Non-cancerous breast mass
- Breast fibroadenoma
- Benign breast disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D241: Benign neoplasm of right breast
Also known as:
- Benign Left Breast Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Breast Disease
- Non-cancerous left breast growth
- Left breast mass
- Left breast lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- D242: Benign neoplasm of left breast
Also known as:
- Benign Breast Changes in Left Breast
- Breast Disease
- Non-cancerous left breast conditions
- Fibrocystic changes left breast
- Left mammary dysplasia
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6092: Unspecified benign mammary dysplasia of left breast
Also known as:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of 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
Which procedures does Dr. Axelrod perform as a Surgical Oncologist?
As a Surgical Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Deborah Axelrod may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Axelrod's office.
Does Dr. Axelrod accept my insurance?
Dr. Axelrod accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 731-5365 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Axelrod accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Axelrod in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
MagnaCare Rx
Medicaid
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Axelrod's office located?
Recognitions
Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards
Doctor’s Choice - All Time
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition across all time
What is Dr. Axelrod's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Axelrod's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386644573.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Axelrod?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Axelrod
What is Dr. Deborah Axelrod's specialty?
Dr. Axelrod is a Surgical Oncologist near New York, NY. 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. Contact Dr. Axelrod to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Deborah Axelrod affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Axelrod is affiliated with NYU Langone Health - Tisch Hospital 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 Deborah Axelrod accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Deborah Axelrod is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Deborah Axelrod offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Axelrod's office at (212) 731-5365 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Deborah Axelrod?
Please contact Dr. Axelrod's office at (212) 731-5365 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Deborah Axelrod have?
Dr. Deborah Axelrod is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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