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Who is Dr. Frexes-Steed, Surgeon in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Maria Frexes-Steed, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Frexes-Steed completed her residency at Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Frexes-Steed is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Frexes-Steed’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Frexes-Steed’s office at (615) 284-2526.
Where did Dr. Frexes-Steed go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Frexes-Steed board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Maria Frexes-Steed, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Frexes-Steed speak?
Dr. Frexes-Steed and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Frexes-Steed treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Frexes-Steed 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. Frexes-Steed. 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:
- Melanoma of the Trunk
- Melanoma of Left Arm or Shoulder
- Melanoma
- Melanoma of Scalp or Neck
- Malignant Melanoma of Body
- Skin Cancer on Torso
- Left Arm Melanoma
- Left Shoulder Melanoma
- Skin Cancer of Left Arm
- Left Upper Limb Melanoma
- Malignant Melanoma
- Skin Cancer (Melanoma)
- Cutaneous Melanoma
- Black Skin Cancer
- Scalp Melanoma
- Neck Melanoma
- Skin Cancer of Scalp
- Skin Cancer of Neck
ICD-10 Codes:
- C4359: Malignant melanoma of other part of trunk
- C4362: Malignant melanoma of left upper limb, including shoulder
- C439: Malignant melanoma of skin, unspecified
- C434: Malignant melanoma of scalp and neck
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:
- 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:
- 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
What procedures does Dr. Frexes-Steed perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Frexes-Steed 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. Frexes-Steed. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Armpit Lymph Node Removal
- Complete Axillary Lymph Node Removal
- Groin Lymph Node Removal (Superficial)
- Axillary dissection
- Superficial axillary lymphadenectomy
- Underarm lymph node surgery
- Armpit lymph node surgery
- Lymphadenectomy of armpit
- Inguinofemoral Lymphadenectomy', 'Groin Lymph Node Dissection', 'Superficial Lymph Node Excision', 'Cloquet's Node Removal
CPT Codes:
- 38740: Axillary lymphadenectomy; superficial
- 38745: Axillary lymphadenectomy; complete
- 38760: Inguinofemoral lymphadenectomy, superficial, including Cloquet's node (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
- Open Biopsy of Deep Neck Lymph Node
- Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Excision
- Open Axillary Node Biopsy
- Underarm Lymph Node Removal
- Cervical Lymph Node Excision
- Scalene Fat Pad Biopsy
- Deep Neck Lymph Node Removal
- Neck Gland Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)
- 38520: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep cervical node(s) with excision scalene fat pad
Also known as:
- Deep Jugular Lymph Node Removal
- Neck Lymph Node Dissection
- Jugular Node Excision
- Cervical Lymphadenectomy
CPT Codes:
- 38542: Dissection, deep jugular node(s)
Also known as:
- Muscle or Skin Flap Surgery (Trunk)
- Arm Muscle Flap Surgery
- Lower Leg Muscle Flap Surgery
- Myocutaneous Flap (Body)
- Fasciocutaneous Flap (Trunk)
- Tissue Flap Reconstruction (Torso)
- Upper Extremity Flap Surgery
- Myocutaneous Flap
- Fasciocutaneous Flap
- Lower Extremity Flap Reconstruction
- Myocutaneous Flap Surgery
- Fasciocutaneous Flap Surgery
- Leg Tissue Transfer
CPT Codes:
- 15734: Muscle, myocutaneous, or fasciocutaneous flap; trunk
- 15736: Muscle, myocutaneous, or fasciocutaneous flap; upper extremity
- 15738: Muscle, myocutaneous, or fasciocutaneous flap; lower extremity
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:
- Skin Flap Surgery (Medium)
- Adjacent Tissue Transfer (Additional Area)
- Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
- Local Flap Surgery
- Skin Graft (Adjacent Tissue)
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Tissue Rearrangement
- Local Flap Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 14301: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; defect 30.1 sq cm to 60.0 sq cm
- 14302: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; each additional 30.0 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Ultrasound-Guided Breast Biopsy
- Breast Biopsy
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
- Breast Tissue Sample
- Breast Lesion Biopsy with Clip
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
Also known as:
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Area)
- Full Thickness Skin Graft (Small Area)
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Covering Application
- Skin Replacement Surgery
- Free skin graft
- Skin transplant
- Dermal graft
CPT Codes:
- 15275: Application of skin substitute graft to face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet, and/or multiple digits, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
- 15220: Full thickness graft, free, including direct closure of donor site, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 20 sq cm or less
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:
- Surgical Preparation for Skin Graft (Infants/Children)
- Surgery
- Wound Debridement for Graft
- Burn Scar Release Surgery
- Recipient Site Preparation for Skin Repair
CPT Codes:
- 15004: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet and/or multiple digits; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children
Also known as:
- Wound or Burn Site Preparation for Graft
- Surgery
- Surgical Wound Debridement
- Burn Eschar Excision
- Scar Contracture Release
- Recipient Site Preparation
CPT Codes:
- 15002: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, trunk, arms, legs; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children
Also known as:
- Malignant Skin Lesion Removal
- Skin Cancer Excision
- Malignant Mole Removal
- Tumor Removal from Skin
- Wide Excision of Skin Lesion
CPT Codes:
- 11604: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 3.1 to 4.0 cm
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:
- Draining a Lump or Collection of Fluid
- Abscess Aspiration
- Cyst Drainage
- Hematoma Puncture
- Bulla Aspiration
CPT Codes:
- 10160: Puncture aspiration of abscess, hematoma, bulla, or cyst
Also known as:
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Skin Replacement
- Bioengineered Skin Application
CPT Codes:
- 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
Also known as:
- Complex Trunk Wound Repair (Additional)
- Complex Body Wound Repair
- Trunk Laceration Repair
- Deep Wound Closure (Trunk)
CPT Codes:
- 13102: Repair, complex, trunk; each additional 5 cm or less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery (Medium Size)
- Adjacent tissue transfer
- Local flap surgery
- Skin rearrangement
CPT Codes:
- 14041: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10.1 sq cm to 30.0 sq cm
Also known as:
- Back or Flank Tumor Removal
- Soft Tissue Tumor Removal (Back/Flank)
- Large Soft Tissue Tumor Removal (Neck/Chest)
- Soft Tissue Tumor Removal (Neck or Chest)
- Large Soft Tissue Tumor Removal (Back/Flank)
- Large Thigh or Knee Tumor Removal
- Large Shoulder Tumor Removal
- Soft Tissue Tumor Excision
- Sarcoma Resection
- Back Tumor Surgery
- Flank Tumor Surgery
- Sarcoma Excision
- Back Tumor Resection
- Flank Tumor Removal Surgery
- Neck tumor resection
- Chest wall tumor removal
- Sarcoma surgery
- Neck Tumor Resection
- Chest Wall Tumor Excision
- Sarcoma Removal Surgery
- Soft Tissue Excision
- Back Tumor Removal
- Intramuscular Tumor Excision
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma Resection
- Radical Tumor Excision
- Thigh Tumor Surgery
- Radical Soft Tissue Tumor Excision
- Shoulder Sarcoma Resection
- Large Soft Tissue Tumor Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 21936: Radical resection of tumor (eg, sarcoma), soft tissue of back or flank; 5 cm or greater
- 21935: Radical resection of tumor (eg, sarcoma), soft tissue of back or flank; less than 5 cm
- 21558: Radical resection of tumor (eg, sarcoma), soft tissue of neck or anterior thorax; 5 cm or greater
- 21557: Radical resection of tumor (eg, sarcoma), soft tissue of neck or anterior thorax; less than 5 cm
- 21933: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of back or flank, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); 5 cm or greater
- 27364: Radical resection of tumor (eg, sarcoma), soft tissue of thigh or knee area; 5 cm or greater
- 23078: Radical resection of tumor (eg, sarcoma), soft tissue of shoulder area; 5 cm or greater
Also known as:
- Lymph Node Biopsy
- Deep Neck Lymph Node Biopsy
- Breast Biopsy with Stereotactic Guidance
- Muscle Needle Biopsy
- Groin Lymph Node Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Breast Biopsy
- Superficial Lymph Node Excision
- Open Lymph Node Biopsy
- Lymph Gland Biopsy
- Cervical Lymph Node Excision
- Open Neck Lymph Node Biopsy
- Deep Cervical Node Removal
- Stereotactic Breast Biopsy
- Image-Guided Breast Biopsy
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
- Breast Lesion Biopsy
- Percutaneous Muscle Biopsy
- Muscle Tissue Sample
- Inguinofemoral Lymph Node Excision
- Femoral Lymph Node Removal
- Groin Lymph Node Removal
CPT Codes:
- 38500: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, superficial
- 38510: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep cervical node(s)
- 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
- 20206: Biopsy, muscle, percutaneous needle
- 38531: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, inguinofemoral node(s)
Also known as:
- Large Face or Scalp Tumor Removal
- Large Soft Tissue Tumor Removal from Forearm/Wrist
- Large Tumor Removal from Upper Arm or Elbow
- Radical Removal of Small Soft Tissue Tumor (Upper Arm/Elbow)
- Removal of Thigh or Knee Soft Tissue Tumor (Small)
- Radical Soft Tissue Resection
- Sarcoma Removal Face/Scalp
- Large Skin Tumor Excision
- Facial Tumor Surgery
- Radical Soft Tissue Resection Forearm
- Sarcoma Removal Wrist
- Forearm Tumor Excision
- Soft tissue sarcoma excision arm
- Radical tumor resection elbow
- Large arm tumor surgery
- Sarcoma Resection (Arm)
- Upper Arm Tumor Excision
- Elbow Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
- Radical Tumor Surgery (Arm)
- Thigh Sarcoma Excision
- Knee Soft Tissue Tumor Surgery
- Radical Tumor Resection Leg
CPT Codes:
- 21016: Radical resection of tumor (eg, sarcoma), soft tissue of face or scalp; 2 cm or greater
- 25078: Radical resection of tumor (eg, sarcoma), soft tissue of forearm and/or wrist area; 3 cm or greater
- 24079: Radical resection of tumor (eg, sarcoma), soft tissue of upper arm or elbow area; 5 cm or greater
- 24077: Radical resection of tumor (eg, sarcoma), soft tissue of upper arm or elbow area; less than 5 cm
- 27329: Radical resection of tumor (eg, sarcoma), soft tissue of thigh or knee area; less than 5 cm
Also known as:
- Leg or Ankle Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
- Sarcoma Excision Leg
- Soft Tissue Resection Ankle
- Leg Tumor Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27615: Radical resection of tumor (eg, sarcoma), soft tissue of leg or ankle area; less than 5 cm
Also known as:
- Large Abdominal Wall Tumor Removal
- Radical Abdominal Wall Tumor Excision
- Sarcoma Removal (Abdominal Wall)
- Large Soft Tissue Tumor Surgery (Abdomen)
- Abdominal Wall Cancer Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 22905: Radical resection of tumor (eg, sarcoma), soft tissue of abdominal wall; 5 cm or greater
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Does Dr. Frexes-Steed accept my insurance?
Dr. Frexes-Steed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 284-2526 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Frexes-Steed accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Frexes-Steed in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
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Humana
Medicare
MedImpact
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Where is Dr. Frexes-Steed's office located?
Dr. Maria Frexes-Steed's Primary Practice
3443 Dickerson Pike Ste 400
Nashville, TN 37207
(615) 284-2526
Dr. Maria Frexes-Steed's Practice 2
2021 Church St Ste 602
Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 284-2526
What is Dr. Frexes-Steed's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Frexes-Steed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972581775.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Frexes-Steed?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Frexes-Steed
What is Dr. Maria Frexes-Steed's specialty?
Dr. Frexes-Steed is a Surgeon near Nashville, TN. 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. Contact Dr. Frexes-Steed to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Maria Frexes-Steed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Frexes-Steed is affiliated with Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital West, Maury Regional Medical Center, TriStar Centennial Medical Center 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 Maria Frexes-Steed accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Maria Frexes-Steed is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Maria Frexes-Steed offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Frexes-Steed's office at (615) 284-2526 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Maria Frexes-Steed?
Please contact Dr. Frexes-Steed's office at (615) 284-2526 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Maria Frexes-Steed have?
Dr. Maria Frexes-Steed is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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