28 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Garino, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Coon Rapids, MN?
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Castle Connolly Top Doctors are doctor-nominated and selected by a physician-led research team.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Garino?
Dr. Lucia Garino, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Hematology / Oncology Specialist 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. Garino empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Cancer, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Coon Rapids, MN community, Dr. Garino is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Garino go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Wisconsin Hospitals & Clinics, Madison, WI | University of Wisconsin in Madison, Hematology and Oncology fellowship
Residency: Univ Of Wi Hosp & Cli, Medical Oncology; Allegheny Univ Hosps, Internal Medicine | MCP Hahnemann School of Medicine, Allegheny University Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: University Di Torino- Fac Di Med E Chirurgia- Torino- Italy | University of Turin Faculty of Medicine And Surgery
Is Dr. Garino board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Lucia Garino, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Garino speak?
Dr. Garino and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Italian
- Norwegian
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Garino typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Garino 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. Garino. 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:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right 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
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
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Garino typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Garino 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. Garino. 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:
- 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:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
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:
- Declotting of Vascular Access Device
- Catheter declotting
- Thrombolytic therapy for catheter
- Blocked port-a-cath treatment
- Vascular access device unblocking
CPT Codes:
- 36593: Declotting by thrombolytic agent of implanted vascular access device or catheter
Also known as:
- Fluid Removal from Lung Area with Imaging Guidance
- Thoracentesis
- Pleural Fluid Aspiration
- Lung Tap
- Fluid Drainage from Chest
CPT Codes:
- 32555: Thoracentesis, needle or catheter, aspiration of the pleural space; with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Lung or Chest Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Percutaneous lung biopsy
- Mediastinum core needle biopsy
- Image-guided lung biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 32408: Core needle biopsy, lung or mediastinum, percutaneous, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Garino accept my insurance?
Dr. Garino accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (763) 721-2100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Garino accept in Coon Rapids, MN?
Dr. Garino in Coon Rapids, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
HealthPartners
Medica Advantage
Medica Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Garino's office located?
Dr. Lucia Garino's Primary Practice
11850 Blackfoot St NW Ste 100
Coon Rapids, MN 55433
(763) 721-2100
What hospitals are Dr. Garino affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Garino has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Member of Minnesota Medical Association/Twin Cities
What is Dr. Garino's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Garino's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104836154.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garino?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Garino