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Who is Dr. Sugar, Surgeon in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Ronit Sugar, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Sugar completed her residency at Albert Einstein Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Sugar is fluent in English and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sugar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sugar’s office.
Where did Dr. Sugar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Albert Einstein Med Ctr, General Surgery
Is Dr. Sugar board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Ronit Sugar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Sugar speak?
Dr. Sugar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Sugar typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Sugar 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. Sugar. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant 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:
- Lump in Upper Outer Left Breast
- Breast Lump in Right Upper Outer Quadrant
- Breast Disease
- Mass in upper outer left breast
- Nodule in left breast upper outer
- Lump in right breast upper outer
- Right breast mass upper outer
- Palpable mass right upper outer breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6321: Unspecified lump in the left breast, upper outer quadrant
- N6311: Unspecified lump in the right breast, upper outer quadrant
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Sugar typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Sugar 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. Sugar. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Partial Mastectomy
- Simple Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Breast conserving surgery
- Quadrantectomy
- Segmentectomy
- Complete Mastectomy
- Breast Removal Surgery
- Total Mastectomy
- Unilateral Mastectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
- 19303: Mastectomy, simple, complete
Also known as:
- Breast Lump Removal with Marker Guidance
- Ultrasound-Guided Breast Biopsy
- Breast Biopsy
- Image-Guided Breast Lesion Excision
- Wire-Localized Breast Biopsy
- Open Excision of Marked Breast Lesion
- Breast Mass Removal with Marker
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
- Breast Tissue Sample
- Breast Lesion Biopsy with Clip
CPT Codes:
- 19125: Excision of breast lesion identified by preoperative placement of radiological marker, open; single lesion
- 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
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:
- 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)
Does Dr. Sugar accept my insurance?
Dr. Sugar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sugar accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Sugar in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Independence Health Group
Independent Health Association
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sugar's office located?
What is Dr. Sugar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sugar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932193190.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sugar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sugar
What is Dr. Ronit Sugar's specialty?
Dr. Sugar is a Surgeon near Philadelphia, PA.
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. Ronit Sugar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sugar is affiliated with Jefferson Torresdale Hospital, Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital, Jefferson Bucks Hospital, Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Jefferson Abington Hospital 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 Ronit Sugar accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Ronit Sugar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ronit Sugar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sugar's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ronit Sugar?
Please contact Dr. Sugar's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ronit Sugar have?
Dr. Ronit Sugar is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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