19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lee, Surgeon in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Byrne Lee, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Lee completed his residency at Lenox Hill Hosp, General Surgery. He is a member of the Southern California Chapter American College of Surgeons, Los Angeles Surgical Society, Americas Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association, American Society for Peritoneal Surface Malignancies, Americans College of Surgeons Oncology Group, American Society of Clinical Oncology, New York cancer Society, Society of Surgical Oncology, and Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons. Dr. Lee is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lee’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lee’s office at (650) 723-4000.
Where did Dr. Lee go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Fellow, Surgical Oncology, City of Hope, Duarte, CA
Residency: Lenox Hill Hosp, General Surgery | Lenox Hill Hospital
Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny
Is Dr. Lee board certified in Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Byrne Lee, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Lee speak?
Dr. Lee and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Lee treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Lee 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. Lee. 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:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Appendix Cancer
- Colon Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
- Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Malignant neoplasm of cecum
- Rectal Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C181: Malignant neoplasm of appendix
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
- C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C180: Malignant neoplasm of cecum
- C19: Malignant neoplasm of rectosigmoid junction
Also known as:
- Growth of Unknown Type in the Appendix
- Digestive System Growth of Unknown Type
- Colonic Disease
- Digestive Disease
- Indeterminate appendix mass
- Appendix tumor of unknown nature
- Appendix neoplasm of uncertain behavior
- Digestive tract tumor of unknown nature
- GI growth of unknown type
- Indeterminate digestive mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D373: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of appendix
- D490: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of digestive system
Also known as:
- Secondary Peritoneal Cancer
- Cancer
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Metastatic Peritoneal Cancer
- Cancer Spread to Peritoneum
- Peritoneal Carcinomatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C786: Secondary malignant neoplasm of retroperitoneum and peritoneum
Also known as:
- Stomach Cancer
- Gastric Cancer
- Malignant Neoplasm of Stomach
- Stomach Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C169: Malignant neoplasm of stomach, unspecified
Also known as:
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Cancer
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Malignant Soft Tissue Tumor
- Connective Tissue Cancer
- Soft Tissue Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C499: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Primary Cancer (Unspecified Site)
- Cancer
- Malignant tumor
- Neoplasm
- Cancer of unknown primary
ICD-10 Codes:
- C801: Malignant (primary) neoplasm, unspecified
Also known as:
- Peritoneal Mesothelioma
- Mesothelioma
- Malignant Mesothelioma Treatment (PDQ)
- Abdominal Mesothelioma
- Malignant Peritoneal Mesothelioma
- Mesothelioma of Abdomen
- Peritoneal Asbestos Cancer
- Malignant Mesothelioma
- Asbestos Cancer
- Pleural Mesothelioma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C451: Mesothelioma of peritoneum
- C457: Mesothelioma of other sites
Also known as:
- Abdominal or Pelvic Swelling, Mass, or Lump
- Belly lump
- Pelvic mass
- Abdominal swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1900: Intra-abdominal and pelvic swelling, mass and lump, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Other non-cancerous neuroendocrine Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Other benign neuroendocrine growths
- Various non-cancerous hormone-producing tumors
ICD-10 Codes:
- D3A8: Other benign neuroendocrine tumors
Also known as:
- Uterine Cancer
- Endometrial Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Malignant Uterine Tumor
- Uterine Carcinoma
- Cancer of the Uterus
ICD-10 Codes:
- C55: Malignant neoplasm of uterus, part unspecified
Also known as:
- Retroperitoneal Cancer
- Cancer
- Retroperitoneal Tumor
- Malignant Retroperitoneal Neoplasm
- Abdominal Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C480: Malignant neoplasm of retroperitoneum
Also known as:
- Stomach Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor
- Gastrointestinal stromal tumor
- GIST of stomach
- Gastric GIST
- Stomach tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C49A2: Gastrointestinal stromal tumor of stomach
Also known as:
- Appendix Disorder
- Colonic Disease
- Appendix Problems
- Appendix Conditions
- Diseases of the Appendix
ICD-10 Codes:
- K388: Other specified diseases of appendix
Which procedures does Dr. Lee perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Byrne Lee may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lee's office.
Does Dr. Lee accept my insurance?
Dr. Lee accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 723-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lee accept in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Lee in Stanford, 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
Blue Shield of California
Central California Alliance for Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicaid
Medicare
Santa Clara Family Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
Valley Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Lee's office located?
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Southern California Chapter American College of Surgeons
Member
Los Angeles Surgical Society
Member
Americas Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Association
Member
American Society for Peritoneal Surface Malignancies
Member
Americans College of Surgeons Oncology Group
Member
American Society of Clinical Oncology
Member
New York cancer Society
Member
Society of Surgical Oncology
Member
Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons
Member
Awards
Clinical Mentor of the Year, Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Faculty Teacher of the Year, Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Attending Teacher of the Year, St. Luke's - Roosevelt Hospital Center
St. Luke's - Roosevelt Hospital Center
McElliott Sirgical Oncology Fellowship for excellence in research and
John O. Vieta M.D., Award for excellence in residency at Lenox Hill H
What is Dr. Lee's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134137110.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lee?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lee
What is Dr. Byrne Lee's specialty?
Dr. Lee is a Surgeon near Stanford, CA. 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. Lee to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Byrne Lee affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lee is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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 Byrne Lee accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?
Yes, Dr. Byrne Lee is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Byrne Lee offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lee's office at (650) 723-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Byrne Lee?
Please contact Dr. Lee's office at (650) 723-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Byrne Lee have?
Dr. Byrne Lee is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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