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Dr. John Vetto, MD

Portland, OR

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vetto, Surgical Oncologist in Portland, OR?

    Dr. John Vetto, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Portland, OR with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Vetto graduated from Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr, General Surgery; Brigham & Women'S Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Vetto is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vetto’s practice accepts Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vetto’s office at (503) 494-5501.

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

    • Residency: Ucla Med Ctr, General Surgery; Brigham & Women'S Hosp, General Surgery | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

    • Medical School: Or Hlth Sci Univ Sch of Med, Portland Or | Oregon Health And Science University School of Medicine,Portland, Or, United States | Oregon Health & Science University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Vetto board certified as a Surgical Oncologist?

    Yes, Dr. John Vetto, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Vetto speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Vetto typically treat?

    As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Vetto 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. Vetto. 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:

    • Melanoma of the Trunk
    • Melanoma of Scalp or Neck
    • Melanoma of the Left Leg or Hip
    • Facial Melanoma
    • Melanoma of Left Arm or Shoulder
    • Melanoma of the Right Arm or Shoulder
    • Melanoma
    • Malignant Melanoma of Body
    • Skin Cancer on Torso
    • Scalp Melanoma
    • Neck Melanoma
    • Skin Cancer of Scalp
    • Skin Cancer of Neck
    • Left Leg Melanoma
    • Left Hip Melanoma
    • Malignant Melanoma of Left Leg
    • Malignant Facial Melanoma
    • Skin Cancer of Face
    • Melanoma on Face
    • Left Arm Melanoma
    • Left Shoulder Melanoma
    • Skin Cancer of Left Arm
    • Left Upper Limb Melanoma
    • Right Arm Melanoma
    • Right Shoulder Melanoma
    • Malignant Melanoma of Right Arm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C4359: Malignant melanoma of other part of trunk
    • C434: Malignant melanoma of scalp and neck
    • C4372: Malignant melanoma of left lower limb, including hip
    • C4339: Malignant melanoma of other parts of face
    • C4362: Malignant melanoma of left upper limb, including shoulder
    • C4361: Malignant melanoma of right upper limb, including shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Follow-up Exam
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer treatment checkup
    • Malignancy surveillance
    • Oncology follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm

    What procedures does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Vetto typically perform?

    As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Vetto 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. Vetto. 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Deep Neck Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Cervical Lymph Node Excision
    • Open Neck Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Deep Cervical Node Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 38510: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep cervical node(s)

    Also known as:

    • Large Malignant Skin Lesion Removal
    • Skin Cancer Excision
    • Large Malignant Growth Removal
    • Wide Excision of Skin Cancer
    • Trunk/Limb Skin Cancer Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 11606: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Complex Wound Repair (Scalp, Arms, Legs)
    • Complex Trunk Wound Repair (Additional)
    • Deep Wound Repair (Extremities)
    • Surgical Closure of Complex Wound
    • Advanced Wound Stitching
    • Complex Body Wound Repair
    • Trunk Laceration Repair
    • Deep Wound Closure (Trunk)

    CPT Codes:

    • 13121: Repair, complex, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
    • 13102: Repair, complex, trunk; each additional 5 cm or less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Complex Wound Repair on Torso (2.6-7.5 cm)
    • Trunk Wound Closure (Complex)
    • Deep Torso Laceration Repair
    • Complex Body Wound Stitching

    CPT Codes:

    • 13101: Repair, complex, trunk; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm

    Also known as:

    • Skin Flap Surgery (Medium)
    • Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
    • Local Flap Surgery
    • Skin Graft (Adjacent Tissue)

    CPT Codes:

    • 14301: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; defect 30.1 sq cm to 60.0 sq cm

    Does Dr. Vetto accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vetto accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 494-5501 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vetto accept in Portland, OR?

    Dr. Vetto in Portland, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • American National Can

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Vetto's office located?

    Dr. John Vetto's Primary Practice

    3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Rd

    Portland, OR 97239

    (503) 494-5501

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    Dr. John Vetto's Practice 2

    3303 S Bond Ave Ste 7

    Portland, OR 97239

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

    Dr. Vetto's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629086103.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vetto?

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

    What is Dr. John Vetto's specialty?

    Dr. Vetto is a Surgical Oncologist near Portland, OR.

    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. John Vetto affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vetto is affiliated with Ohsu Hospital - Portland 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

    When to see a Surgical Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is John Vetto accepting new patients in Portland, OR?

    Yes, Dr. John Vetto is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Vetto offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vetto's office at (503) 494-5501 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Vetto?

    Please contact Dr. Vetto's office at (503) 494-5501 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Vetto have?

    Dr. John Vetto is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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