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Dr. Tara Breslin, MD

Pontiac, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Breslin, Surgical Oncologist in Pontiac, MI?

    Dr. Tara Breslin, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Pontiac, MI with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Breslin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Breslin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Breslin’s office.

    Is Dr. Breslin board certified as a Surgical Oncologist?

    Yes, Dr. Tara Breslin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Breslin speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Breslin typically treat?

    As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Breslin 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. Breslin. 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:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
    • Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
    • Upper-Inner Quadrant Left Female Breast Cancer
    • Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
    • 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
    • Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
    • Precancerous cells right breast
    • Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
    • DCIS right breast
    • Left female breast cancer upper-inner
    • Upper-inner left female breast tumor
    • Malignant growth in upper-inner left female breast
    • Intraductal carcinoma in situ left breast
    • Precancerous cells left breast
    • Non-invasive breast cancer left breast
    • DCIS left breast
    • Mammary cancer
    • Breast carcinoma
    • Breast tumor

    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
    • D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
    • C50212: Malignant neoplasm of upper-inner quadrant of left female breast
    • D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast
    • C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Radiation Therapy
    • Radiation Therapy
    • Radiation Therapy to Treat Cancer
    • Radiation treatment for cancer
    • Oncology radiation
    • Radiotherapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z510: Encounter for antineoplastic radiation therapy

    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

    What procedures does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Breslin typically perform?

    As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Breslin 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. Breslin. 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:

    • 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 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 Lesion Localization
    • Breast clip placement
    • Wire localization for breast surgery
    • Radioactive seed placement in breast
    • Ultrasound-guided breast marker

    CPT Codes:

    • 19285: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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)

    Does Dr. Breslin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Breslin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Breslin accept in Pontiac, MI?

    Dr. Breslin in Pontiac, MI 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 Michigan

    • Corporate Services

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Breslin's office located?

    Dr. Tara Breslin's Primary Practice

    44428 Woodward Ave Ste 102

    Pontiac, MI 48341

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    Iha Assoc Gyn /Ob

    14650 E Old US Highway 12

    Chelsea, MI 48118

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    Dr. Tara Breslin's Practice 3

    2305 Genoa Business Park Dr

    Brighton, MI 48114

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

    Dr. Breslin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922062538.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Breslin?

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

    What is Dr. Tara Breslin's specialty?

    Dr. Breslin is a Surgical Oncologist near Pontiac, MI.

    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 Dr. Tara Breslin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Breslin is affiliated with Trinity Health Ann Arbor Hospital, Chelsea Hospital, Trinity Health Livingston 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 Dr. Tara Breslin accepting new patients in Pontiac, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Tara Breslin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tara Breslin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Breslin's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Tara Breslin?

    Please contact Dr. Breslin's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Breslin's office located?

    Dr. Breslin's offices are located in Pontiac, MI, Chelsea, MI, and Brighton, MI.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Tara Breslin have?

    Dr. Tara Breslin is certified by the American Board of Surgery.