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. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. 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 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 as a 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 a Surgeon like Dr. Lee typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Appendix Cancer
- Colon Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C181: Malignant neoplasm of appendix
Also known as:
- Growth of Unknown Type in the Appendix
- Colonic Disease
- Indeterminate appendix mass
- Appendix tumor of unknown nature
- Appendix neoplasm of uncertain behavior
ICD-10 Codes:
- D373: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of appendix
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
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Lee typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Lee 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Biopsy
- Minimally Invasive Biopsy
- Peritoneal Biopsy
- Abdominal Biopsy via Laparoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 49321: Laparoscopy, surgical; with biopsy (single or multiple)
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Laparoscopy of Abdomen
- Exploratory Laparoscopy
- Abdominal Scope
- Peritoneal Biopsy
- Omentum Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 49320: Laparoscopy, abdomen, peritoneum, and omentum, diagnostic, with or without collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Appendectomy
- Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
- Keyhole Appendectomy
- Scope Appendectomy
CPT Codes:
- 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy
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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Medicare
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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.
What does a Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Byrne Lee affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lee is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital, Memorial Hospital Los Banos, Eden Medical Center, Renown Regional 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 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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