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Dr. Tamara Biega, MD

Honolulu, HI

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Biega, Diagnostic Radiologist in Honolulu, HI?

    Dr. Tamara Biega, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Honolulu, HI with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Biega is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Biega’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Biega’s office at (808) 433-6039.

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

    • Medical School: Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Biega board certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Tamara Biega, MD is board certified by the American Board of Nuclear Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Biega speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Biega treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Biega 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. Biega. 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:

    • 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:

    • Calcium Spots on Mammogram
    • Mammography
    • Breast calcifications
    • Mammogram calcifications
    • Calcium deposits in breast

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R921: Mammographic calcification found on diagnostic imaging of breast

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Site Bone Density and Structure Disorder
    • Bone Density
    • Bone Disease
    • Widespread Bone Density Disorder
    • Generalized Bone Structure Problem
    • Multi-site Bone Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M8589: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, multiple sites

    Also known as:

    • Breast Lump in Right Upper Outer Quadrant
    • Lump in Upper Outer Left Breast
    • Lump in Lower Outer Left Breast
    • Breast Disease
    • Lump in right breast upper outer
    • Right breast mass upper outer
    • Palpable mass right upper outer breast
    • Mass in upper outer left breast
    • Nodule in left breast upper outer
    • Mass in lower outer left breast
    • Nodule in left breast lower outer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N6311: Unspecified lump in the right breast, upper outer quadrant
    • N6321: Unspecified lump in the left breast, upper outer quadrant
    • N6323: Unspecified lump in the left breast, lower outer quadrant

    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 Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    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:

    • Other Lung Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Various lung conditions
    • Unspecified lung disorder
    • Miscellaneous lung problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J984: Other disorders of lung

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Breast Cyst
    • Breast Disease
    • Breast lump (cystic)
    • Fluid-filled breast sac

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N6001: Solitary cyst of right breast
    • N6002: Solitary cyst of left breast

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    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:

    • Asymptomatic Menopause
    • Menopause
    • Menopausal Transition
    • Postmenopause
    • Change of Life

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z780: Asymptomatic menopausal state

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Breast Pain
    • Breast Disease
    • Mastalgia
    • Tender Breasts
    • Sore Breasts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N644: Mastodynia

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Biega perform?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Biega 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. Biega. 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:

    • Ultrasound-Guided Breast Biopsy
    • Additional Breast Biopsy with Ultrasound Guidance
    • Breast Biopsy
    • Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
    • Breast Tissue Sample
    • Breast Lesion Biopsy with Clip
    • Percutaneous Breast Biopsy (Additional Lesion)
    • Breast Tissue Sample (Multiple Sites)

    CPT Codes:

    • 19083: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance
    • 19084: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; each additional lesion, including ultrasound guidance (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Breast Biopsy with Stereotactic Guidance
    • Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
    • Breast Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Ultrasound
    • Stereotactic Breast Biopsy
    • Image-Guided Breast Biopsy
    • Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
    • Breast Lesion Biopsy
    • FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
    • Image-Guided Biopsy
    • Fine Needle Aspiration
    • First Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 19081: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including stereotactic guidance
    • 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion

    Also known as:

    • Breast Lesion Localization
    • Breast clip placement
    • Wire localization for breast surgery
    • Radioactive seed placement in breast
    • Ultrasound-guided breast marker

    CPT Codes:

    • 19285: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance

    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

    Does Dr. Biega accept my insurance?

    Dr. Biega accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (808) 433-6039 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Biega accept in Honolulu, HI?

    Dr. Biega in Honolulu, HI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • AlohaCare

    • Centene

    • Cigna

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Mohawk Industries

    • Quest

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Biega's office located?

    Dr. Tamara Biega's Primary Practice

    1319 Punahou St

    Honolulu, HI 96826

    (808) 433-6039

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    Dr. Tamara Biega's Practice 2

    1907 S Beretania St Ste 501

    Honolulu, HI 96826

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    Dr. Tamara Biega's Practice 3

    1 Jarrett White Rd

    Tripler Army Medical Center, HI 96859

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

    Dr. Biega's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902812704.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Biega?

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

    What is Dr. Tamara Biega's specialty?

    Dr. Biega is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Honolulu, HI. A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions. Contact Dr. Biega to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Tamara Biega affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Biega is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Kapiolani Medical Center For Women & Children. 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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    Is Tamara Biega accepting new patients in Honolulu, HI?

    Yes, Dr. Tamara Biega is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tamara Biega offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Biega's office at (808) 433-6039 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Tamara Biega?

    Please contact Dr. Biega's office at (808) 433-6039 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Tamara Biega have?

    Dr. Tamara Biega is certified by the American Board of Nuclear Medicine.

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