23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chattopadhyay, Surgeon in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Runi Chattopadhyay, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Chattopadhyay graduated from McGill University Faculty of Medicine and completed her residency at McGill University. Dr. Chattopadhyay is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chattopadhyay’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chattopadhyay’s office at (650) 853-2946.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Chattopadhyay?
Dr. Runi Chattopadhyay, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Chattopadhyay empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Cancer & Surgery, Nipple Sparing Mastectomy, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Palo Alto/CA community, Dr. Chattopadhyay is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Chattopadhyay go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: McGill University
Medical School: McGill University Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Chattopadhyay board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Runi Chattopadhyay, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Chattopadhyay speak?
Dr. Chattopadhyay and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Chattopadhyay treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Chattopadhyay 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. Chattopadhyay. 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:
- 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
- C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammogram
- Breast Exam
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1239: Encounter for other screening for malignant neoplasm 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:
- 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:
- 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
What procedures does Dr. Chattopadhyay perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Chattopadhyay 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. Chattopadhyay. 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:
- Adjacent Tissue Transfer (Trunk)
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Local Flap Reconstruction
- Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
- Skin Repair Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 14001: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, trunk; defect 10.1 sq cm to 30.0 sq cm
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:
- Breast Lesion Localization
- Breast Lesion Localization for Surgery
- Breast clip placement
- Wire localization for breast surgery
- Radioactive seed placement in breast
- Ultrasound-guided breast marker
- Breast Clip Placement
- Breast Seed Placement
- Stereotactic Breast Localization
- Wire Localization for Breast Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 19285: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance
- 19283: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including stereotactic guidance
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery (Trunk)
- Adjacent tissue transfer
- Local flap surgery
- Skin rearrangement
CPT Codes:
- 14000: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, trunk; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Breast Tissue Expander Placement
- Immediate Breast Implant After Mastectomy
- Breast Reconstruction
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Breast Reconstruction with Expanders
- Tissue Expander Surgery (Breast)
- Breast Implant Preparation
- Same-day breast implant
- Mastectomy with immediate implant
- Breast implant during mastectomy
- Immediate breast reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 19357: Tissue expander placement in breast reconstruction, including subsequent expansion(s)
- 19340: Insertion of breast implant on same day of mastectomy (ie, immediate)
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:
- 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 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:
- Ultrasound-Guided Breast Biopsy
- Breast Lump Removal with Marker Guidance
- Breast Biopsy
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
- Breast Tissue Sample
- Breast Lesion Biopsy with Clip
- Image-Guided Breast Lesion Excision
- Wire-Localized Breast Biopsy
- Open Excision of Marked Breast Lesion
- Breast Mass Removal with Marker
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
- 19125: Excision of breast lesion identified by preoperative placement of radiological marker, open; single lesion
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. Chattopadhyay accept my insurance?
Dr. Chattopadhyay accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 853-2946 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chattopadhyay accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Chattopadhyay in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Gordon Food Service
Inland Empire
Medicare
Presbyterian Health Plan
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chattopadhyay's office located?
Dr. Runi Chattopadhyay's Primary Practice
795 El Camino Real
Palo Alto, CA 94301
(650) 853-2946
What is Dr. Chattopadhyay's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chattopadhyay's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821055336.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chattopadhyay?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chattopadhyay
What is Dr. Runi Chattopadhyay's specialty?
Dr. Chattopadhyay is a Surgeon near Palo Alto, CA. 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. Chattopadhyay to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Runi Chattopadhyay affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chattopadhyay is affiliated with Mills-Peninsula Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Runi Chattopadhyay accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Runi Chattopadhyay is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Runi Chattopadhyay offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chattopadhyay's office at (650) 853-2946 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Runi Chattopadhyay?
Please contact Dr. Chattopadhyay's office at (650) 853-2946 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Runi Chattopadhyay have?
Dr. Runi Chattopadhyay is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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