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Who is Dr. Schlieman, Surgical Oncologist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Michael Schlieman, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA. Dr. Schlieman graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond and completed his residency at Univ Ca Davis Health System, General Surgery. Dr. Schlieman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schlieman’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schlieman’s office at (906) 688-2014.
Where did Dr. Schlieman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Davis Health System, General Surgery
Medical School: VA Commonwealth University School Of Medicine | Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond
What languages does Dr. Schlieman speak?
Dr. Schlieman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Schlieman typically treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Schlieman 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. Schlieman. 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:
- 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
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
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
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female 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:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
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
What procedures does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Schlieman typically perform?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Schlieman 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. Schlieman. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Removal of One Side of Thyroid Gland
- Unilateral Thyroid Lobectomy
- Thyroid Lobe Removal
- Partial Thyroidectomy
- Isthmusectomy
CPT Codes:
- 60220: Total thyroid lobectomy, unilateral; with or without isthmusectomy
Also known as:
- Partial Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Breast conserving surgery
- Quadrantectomy
- Segmentectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
Does Dr. Schlieman accept my insurance?
Dr. Schlieman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (906) 688-2014 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schlieman accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Schlieman in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other TPA
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Schlieman's office located?
Dr. Michael Schlieman's Primary Practice
6600 Bruceville Rd
Sacramento, CA 95823
(906) 688-2014
What is Dr. Schlieman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schlieman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366423485.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schlieman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schlieman
What is Dr. Michael Schlieman's specialty?
Dr. Schlieman is a Surgical Oncologist near Sacramento, CA.
What does a Surgical Oncologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Michael Schlieman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schlieman is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South Sacramento Medical Center 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 Michael Schlieman accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Schlieman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Schlieman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schlieman's office at (906) 688-2014 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Schlieman?
Please contact Dr. Schlieman's office at (906) 688-2014 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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