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Who is Dr. Staren, Surgical Oncologist in Rancho Mirage, CA?
Dr. Edgar Staren, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Rancho Mirage, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Staren is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Staren’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Staren’s office at (623) 487-4822.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Staren?
Dr. Edgar Staren, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgical Oncologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Staren empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Cancer, Endocrine Cancers, Liver Cancer, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Rancho Mirage, CA community, Dr. Staren is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Staren board certified as a Surgical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Edgar Staren, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Staren speak?
Dr. Staren and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Staren typically treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Staren 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. Staren. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
- Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
- Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
- Upper-Inner Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ left breast
- Precancerous cells left breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer left breast
- DCIS left breast
- Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
- Diffuse left female breast cancer
- Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
- Precancerous cells right breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
- DCIS right breast
- Left female breast cancer upper-inner
- Upper-inner left female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-inner left female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast
- C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
- C50212: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of left female breast
- C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
What procedures does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Staren typically perform?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Staren 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. Staren. 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 Lesion Localization
- Breast Lesion Localization for Surgery
- Breast clip placement
- Wire localization for breast surgery
- Radioactive seed placement in breast
- Ultrasound-guided breast marker
- Breast Clip Placement
- Breast Seed Placement
- Stereotactic Breast Localization
- Wire Localization for Breast Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 19285: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance
- 19283: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including stereotactic 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Staren accept my insurance?
Dr. Staren accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (623) 487-4822 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Staren accept in Rancho Mirage, CA?
Dr. Staren in Rancho Mirage, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Inland Empire
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Staren's office located?
Dr. Edgar Staren's Primary Practice
39000 Bob Hope Dr
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
(623) 487-4822
What is Dr. Staren's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Staren's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982683850.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Staren?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Staren
What is Dr. Edgar Staren's specialty?
Dr. Staren is a Surgical Oncologist near Rancho Mirage, 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. Edgar Staren affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Staren is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: City of Hope Phoenix. 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 Edgar Staren accepting new patients in Rancho Mirage, CA?
Yes, Dr. Edgar Staren is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Edgar Staren offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Staren's office at (623) 487-4822 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Edgar Staren?
Please contact Dr. Staren's office at (623) 487-4822 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Edgar Staren have?
Dr. Edgar Staren is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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