32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lawson, Surgeon in Hialeah, FL?
Dr. Nuria Lawson, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Hialeah, FL with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Lawson graduated from University of Panama / Faculty of Medicine and completed her residency at SUNY Downstate Medical Center and Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Lawson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lawson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lawson’s office at (305) 828-9343.
Where did Dr. Lawson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: SUNY Downstate Medical Center and Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: University of Panama / Faculty of Medicine | University of Panama / Faculty of Medicine | Universidad De Panama | Rutgers - New Jersey Medical School
Is Dr. Lawson board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Nuria Lawson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Lawson speak?
Dr. Lawson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Lawson treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Lawson 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. Lawson. 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:
- Lump in Upper Outer Left Breast
- Breast Lump in Right Upper Outer Quadrant
- Lump in Upper Inner Left Breast
- Breast Lump Under Left Nipple
- Lump in Lower Inner Left Breast
- Breast Disease
- Mass in upper outer left breast
- Nodule in left breast upper outer
- Lump in right breast upper outer
- Right breast mass upper outer
- Palpable mass right upper outer breast
- Mass in upper inner left breast
- Nodule in left breast upper inner
- Lump in left breast subareolar
- Left subareolar mass
- Palpable mass under left nipple
- Mass in lower inner left breast
- Nodule in left breast lower inner
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6321: Unspecified lump in the left breast, upper outer quadrant
- N6311: Unspecified lump in the right breast, upper outer quadrant
- N6322: Unspecified lump in the left breast, upper inner quadrant
- N6342: Unspecified lump in left breast, subareolar
- N6324: Unspecified lump in the left breast, lower inner quadrant
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
What procedures does Dr. Lawson perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Lawson 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. Lawson. 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:
- Ultrasound-Guided Breast Biopsy
- Additional Breast Biopsy with Ultrasound Guidance
- Breast Biopsy
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
- Breast Tissue Sample
- Breast Lesion Biopsy with Clip
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy (Additional Lesion)
- Breast Tissue Sample (Multiple Sites)
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
- 19084: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; each additional lesion, including ultrasound guidance (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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 Excision
- Breast Cyst Removal
- Fibroadenoma Excision
- Breast Tumor Removal
- Nipple/Areolar Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 19120: Excision of cyst, fibroadenoma, or other benign or malignant tumor, aberrant breast tissue, duct lesion, nipple or areolar lesion (except 19300), open, male or female, 1 or more lesions
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery (Medium)
- Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
- Local Flap Surgery
- Skin Graft (Adjacent Tissue)
CPT Codes:
- 14301: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; defect 30.1 sq cm to 60.0 sq cm
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:
- Breast Cyst Aspiration
- Breast Cyst Drainage
- Puncture of Breast Cyst
CPT Codes:
- 19000: Puncture aspiration of cyst of breast;
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:
- 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:
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Does Dr. Lawson accept my insurance?
Dr. Lawson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 828-9343 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lawson accept in Hialeah, FL?
Dr. Lawson in Hialeah, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Doctors HealthCare Plans, Inc.
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
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Where is Dr. Lawson's office located?
Dr. Nuria Lawson's Primary Practice
7150 W 20th Ave Ste 313
Hialeah, FL 33016
(305) 828-9343
What is Dr. Lawson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lawson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467423400.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lawson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lawson
What is Dr. Nuria Lawson's specialty?
Dr. Lawson is a Surgeon near Hialeah, FL. 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. Lawson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nuria Lawson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lawson is affiliated with Palmetto General Hospital, Jackson West Medical Center, Jackson North Medical Center, Memorial Hospital Miramar 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 Nuria Lawson accepting new patients in Hialeah, FL?
Yes, Dr. Nuria Lawson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nuria Lawson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lawson's office at (305) 828-9343 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nuria Lawson?
Please contact Dr. Lawson's office at (305) 828-9343 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nuria Lawson have?
Dr. Nuria Lawson is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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