46 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Online booking
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. De Risi, Surgical Oncologist in New Hyde Park, NY?
Dr. Dwight De Risi, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in New Hyde Park, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 46 years. Dr. De Risi graduated from Mechanical Engineering and completed his residency at Roswell Park Cancer Inst, Medical Oncology; North Shore Univ Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. De Risi is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. De Risi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. De Risi’s office.
Where did Dr. De Risi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Roswell Park Cancer Inst, Medical Oncology; North Shore Univ Hosp, General Surgery
Medical School: Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc | Mechanical Engineering
What languages does Dr. De Risi speak?
Dr. De Risi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. De Risi typically treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. De Risi 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. De Risi. 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:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
Also known as:
- Breast Pain
- Breast Disease
- Mastalgia
- Tender Breasts
- Sore Breasts
ICD-10 Codes:
- N644: Mastodynia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Family History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Family History
- Hereditary breast cancer risk
- Genetic predisposition to breast cancer
- Breast cancer in the family
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z803: Family history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Benign Breast Lump
- Benign Tumor
- Breast Disease
- Non-cancerous breast mass
- Breast fibroadenoma
- Benign breast disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D241: Benign neoplasm of right breast
Also known as:
- Benign Left Breast Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Breast Disease
- Non-cancerous left breast growth
- Left breast mass
- Left breast lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- D242: Benign neoplasm of left breast
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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Cancer Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Cancer
- Post-cancer surgery care
- Oncology aftercare
- Cancer recovery follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm
Also known as:
- Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
- Breast Cancer
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
- Precancerous cells right breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
- DCIS right breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
What procedures does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. De Risi typically perform?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. De Risi 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. De Risi. 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:
- 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:
- Partial Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Breast conserving surgery
- Quadrantectomy
- Segmentectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
Also known as:
- Biologic Implant for Soft Tissue Reinforcement
- Acellular Dermal Matrix Implant
- Breast Reinforcement Implant
- Trunk Soft Tissue Repair
- Tissue Scaffold Implant
CPT Codes:
- 15777: Implantation of biologic implant (eg, acellular dermal matrix) for soft tissue reinforcement (ie, breast, trunk) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Breast Lump Removal with Marker Guidance
- Image-Guided Breast Lesion Excision
- Wire-Localized Breast Biopsy
- Open Excision of Marked Breast Lesion
- Breast Mass Removal with Marker
CPT Codes:
- 19125: Excision of breast lesion identified by preoperative placement of radiological marker, open; single lesion
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)
Does Dr. De Risi accept my insurance?
Dr. De Risi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. De Risi accept in New Hyde Park, NY?
Dr. De Risi in New Hyde Park, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. De Risi's office located?
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Dwight De Risi?
Dr. De Risi has appointments available at his New Hyde Park, NY office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. De Risi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. De Risi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902876204.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. De Risi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. De Risi
What is Dr. Dwight De Risi's specialty?
Dr. De Risi is a Surgical Oncologist near New Hyde Park, NY.
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. Dwight De Risi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. De Risi is affiliated with St. Francis Hospital & Heart Center, North Shore University Hospital, Piedmont Augusta Hospital, Mount Sinai South Nassau, Boca Raton Regional Hospital, Mather Hospital 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 Dwight De Risi accepting new patients in New Hyde Park, NY?
Yes, Dr. Dwight De Risi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dwight De Risi offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. De Risi, or contact the office for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Dwight De Risi?
Please contact Dr. De Risi's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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