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Dr. Elizabeth Riordan, MD

Dr. Elizabeth Riordan, MD

Manchester, CT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Riordan, Surgeon in Manchester, CT?

    Dr. Elizabeth Riordan, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Manchester, CT with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Riordan graduated from University of Connecticut School of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, General Surgery. Dr. Riordan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Riordan’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Riordan’s office at (203) 238-2691.

    Where did Dr. Riordan go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, General Surgery | State University of New York (SUNY) | Stony Brook University Medical Center and Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical School: University Of Ct Sch Of Med- Farmington Ct | University Of Ct Sch Of Medicine | University of Connecticut School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Riordan board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Riordan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Riordan speak?

    Dr. Riordan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Riordan treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Riordan 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. Riordan. 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:

    • Unclear Mammogram
    • Tiny Calcium Spots on Mammogram
    • Mammography
    • Mammograms
    • Inconclusive breast screening
    • Mammogram needs further testing
    • Uncertain mammogram result
    • Breast microcalcifications
    • Mammogram calcifications
    • Small calcium deposits in breast

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R922: Inconclusive mammogram
    • R920: Mammographic microcalcification found on diagnostic imaging of breast

    Also known as:

    • Dense Breasts
    • Dense breast tissue
    • High breast density
    • Fibroglandular breasts
    • Fibroglandular breast tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9230: Dense breasts, unspecified
    • R92323: Mammographic fibroglandular density, bilateral breasts

    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:

    • Lump in Right Breast
    • Breast Disease
    • Right breast mass
    • Right breast lesion
    • Right breast nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N6310: Unspecified lump in the right breast, unspecified quadrant

    What procedures does Dr. Riordan perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Riordan 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. Riordan. 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:

    • 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 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Small Tumor Removal from Neck or Chest
    • Subcutaneous Tumor Excision
    • Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
    • Neck Lump Removal
    • Chest Wall Tumor Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 21555: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of neck or anterior thorax, subcutaneous; less than 3 cm

    Does Dr. Riordan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Riordan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 238-2691 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Riordan accept in Manchester, CT?

    Dr. Riordan in Manchester, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CarePartners of Connecticut

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • StableView Health

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Riordan's office located?

    Dr. Elizabeth Riordan's Primary Practice

    18 Haynes St Uppr

    Manchester, CT 06040

    (203) 238-2691

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    Dr. Elizabeth Riordan's Practice 2

    201 N Mountain Rd Ste 201

    Plainville, CT 06062

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    Dr. Elizabeth Riordan's Practice 3

    134 Grandview Ave Ste 105

    Waterbury, CT 06708

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    What is Dr. Riordan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Riordan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528078995.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Riordan?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Riordan

    What is Dr. Elizabeth Riordan's specialty?

    Dr. Riordan is a Surgeon near Manchester, CT. 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. Riordan to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Elizabeth Riordan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Riordan is affiliated with Waterbury Hospital, Saint Mary's Hospital - Waterbury, CT, MidState Medical Center, The Hospital of Central Connecticut - New Britain General Campus, Griffin 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 Elizabeth Riordan accepting new patients in Manchester, CT?

    Yes, Dr. Elizabeth Riordan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Elizabeth Riordan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Riordan's office at (203) 238-2691 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Elizabeth Riordan?

    Please contact Dr. Riordan's office at (203) 238-2691 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Elizabeth Riordan have?

    Dr. Elizabeth Riordan is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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