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Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD

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Specializes in: Diagnostic Radiology and General Practice

SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine (1987)

Professional interests include: ultrasound-guided breast biopsy, stereotactic breast biopsy, mammogram (breast X-ray), and more.

55 Palmer Avenue
Bronxville, NY 10708

(914) 787-5008

Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD is a diagnostic radiologist in Bronxville, NY specializing in diagnostic radiology and general practice. This provider graduated from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine in 1987 and has 39 years of experience. Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian, ColumbiaDoctors, NewYork-Presbyterian/Lawrence Hospital, NewYork-Presbyterian Westchester and TRUSTEES OF COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY IN THE CITY OF NEW YORK.

Office Locations

55 Palmer Avenue
Bronxville, NY 10708

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Some issues Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD can help you with:

Breast Biopsy

Breast biopsy is a procedure where a small sample of tissue is collected from the breast for testing. A physician may prescribe a breast biopsy for a variety of reasons, but they are most frequently prescribed for a lump found in the breast. Biopsy samples extracted are examined by pathologists in a laboratory setting and are tested to determine if they are cancerous or benign, or indicative of some other condition. Depending on the lab results, physicians may prescribe additional treatment. Other circumstances which may prompt a breast biopsy include:

Mammograms that detect other unusual features in the chest, such as a cyst or calcium deposit
Breast scans or ultrasounds that display abnormalities
Nipple changes, such as scaling, crusting, or bloody discharge

Breast biopsies are collected through several different procedures and the specific type of biopsy that a patient receives depends on the size, location, and features of a breast lump or irregularity. The three main methods of collecting a breast biopsy include:

Fine needle aspiration (FNA biopsy), where a thin needle is directed into a breast lump or abnormality, extracting a small sample of tissue or liquid
Core needle biopsy (CNB biopsy), where a hollow needle is directed into a breast lump or abnormality, extracting cylinders of tissue called "cores"
Open (surgical) biopsy, where a breast lump is removed through an incision in the breast

Fine needle aspiration (FNA) and core needle biopsy (CNB) are sometimes image-guided, where a mammogram, ultrasound, or MRI helps direct the physician performing the needle extraction.

Fine needle aspiration, the most common biopsy method, generally requires few patient preparations. It is recommended patients avoid using lotion, deodorant, and perfume prior to their biopsy procedure. FNA biopsy is performed with local anesthesia (topical numbing cream) and typically has a quick recovery, but patients may experience soreness for a few days. Core needle biopsy extracts slightly more tissue than an FNA biopsy.

Open (surgical) biopsy is more invasive and requires general anesthesia, where patients are put to sleep during the procedure. Patients must fast prior to the surgery. After the biopsy is performed, patients are monitored in a recovery room for a time before being discharged, when they will need someone else to provide transportation.

Although some may consider breast biopsy to be a simple procedure, it can catch critical issues - particularly breast cancer - that impact wellness. If a breast biopsy reveals an underlying condition like life-threatening cancer, patients can receive the diagnosis and medical treatment that is necessary for their long-term health.

In The News

“According to Dr. Lynn Chinitz, Director of Breast Imaging at NewYork-Presbyterian/Lawrence Hospital's Carol H. Taylor Breast Health Center in Bronxville, "Three-dimensional (3D) mammography is...”—"Story from NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital: 3D mammograms: Better results for breast cancer detection", The Journal News, July 2015

Noteworthy Medicare Patient Procedures Performed by Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD in 2023

Click on any procedure below to see further details on volume and pricing among Medicare patients.

Top 10%

By Volume:

breast imaging

breast ultrasound

screening mammogram

In 2023, Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD performed more breast imaging, breast ultrasound, and screening mammogram procedures for Medicare patients than 90% of providers in related specialties within New York.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD treated as a diagnostic radiologist in Bronxville, NY during 2012 were breast procedures, women's imaging, X-rays and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD for Medicare patients.

breast procedures	1171
diagnostic imaging	244
diagnostic procedures	33
excision	33
image guided procedures	52
minimally invasive procedures	52
minor procedures	33
open surgery	33
preventive care	641
ultrasound (sonogram)	234
women's imaging	1119
X-rays	885

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD treated as a diagnostic radiologist in Bronxville, NY during 2013 were breast procedures, women's imaging, X-rays and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD for Medicare patients.

breast procedures	1145
diagnostic imaging	202
diagnostic procedures	30
excision	30
image guided procedures	30
minimally invasive procedures	30
minor procedures	30
open surgery	30
preventive care	645
ultrasound (sonogram)	268
women's imaging	1115
X-rays	847

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD.

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	683
Black	71
Hispanic	37
Asian	19
Other	20
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	372
From 75 to 84	300
85 and over	106
Less than 65	52

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD in 2013

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	11
Chronic Kidney Disease	8
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	30
Dementia	4
Cancer	17

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD treated as a diagnostic radiologist in Bronxville, NY during 2014 were breast procedures, women's imaging, X-rays and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD for Medicare patients.

breast procedures	1027
diagnostic imaging	159
diagnostic procedures	16
image guided procedures	16
minimally invasive procedures	16
minor procedures	16
preventive care	577
ultrasound (sonogram)	275
women's imaging	1011
X-rays	736

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD.

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	589
Black	74
Hispanic	46
Asian	20
Other	20
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	334
From 75 to 84	267
85 and over	86
Less than 65	62

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD in 2014

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	58
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	29
Depression	12
Chronic Kidney Disease	9
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	28
Dementia	5
Cancer	18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD treated as a diagnostic radiologist in Bronxville, NY during 2015 were breast procedures, women's imaging, X-rays and ultrasound (sonogram).

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD for Medicare patients.

breast procedures	1507
diagnostic imaging	155
diagnostic procedures	16
image guided procedures	16
minimally invasive procedures	16
minor procedures	16
preventive care	592
ultrasound (sonogram)	744
women's imaging	1491
X-rays	747

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD.

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	1116
Black	178
Hispanic	70
Asian	38
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	716
From 75 to 84	484
85 and over	140
Less than 65	102

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD in 2015

Hypertension	62
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	12
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	10
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	27
Dementia	5
Cancer	18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD treated as a diagnostic radiologist in Bronxville, NY during 2016 were breast procedures, women's imaging, X-rays and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD for Medicare patients.

breast procedures	1212
diagnostic imaging	155
diagnostic procedures	18
image guided procedures	18
minimally invasive procedures	18
minor procedures	18
preventive care	601
ultrasound (sonogram)	438
women's imaging	1194
X-rays	756

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD.

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	556
Black	82
Hispanic	44
Asian	0
Other	33
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	348
From 75 to 84	241
85 and over	78
Less than 65	62

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD in 2016

Hypertension	56
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	15
Chronic Kidney Disease	14
Asthma	18
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	28
Dementia	3
Cancer	18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD treated as a diagnostic radiologist in Bronxville, NY during 2017 were breast procedures, women's imaging, X-rays and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD for Medicare patients.

breast procedures	1196
diagnostic imaging	145
diagnostic procedures	21
image guided procedures	21
minimally invasive procedures	21
minor procedures	21
preventive care	586
ultrasound (sonogram)	444
women's imaging	1175
X-rays	731

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD.

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	535
Black	87
Hispanic	53
Asian	18
Other	30
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	358
From 75 to 84	245
85 and over	65
Less than 65	55

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD in 2017

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	43
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	20
Depression	12
Chronic Kidney Disease	13
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	27
Dementia	3
Cancer	20

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD treated as a diagnostic radiologist in Bronxville, NY during 2018 were breast procedures, women's imaging, X-rays and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD for Medicare patients.

breast procedures	1286
diagnostic imaging	93
diagnostic procedures	15
image guided procedures	15
minimally invasive procedures	15
minor procedures	15
preventive care	672
ultrasound (sonogram)	506
women's imaging	1271
X-rays	765

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD.

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	547
Black	111
Hispanic	43
Asian	0
Other	34
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	395
From 75 to 84	258
85 and over	51
Less than 65	55

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD in 2018

Hypertension	56
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	2
Ischemic Heart Disease	20
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	14
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	26
Dementia	4
Cancer	18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD treated as a diagnostic radiologist in Bronxville, NY during 2019 were breast procedures, women's imaging, X-rays and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD for Medicare patients.

breast procedures	1351
diagnostic imaging	104
diagnostic procedures	27
image guided procedures	27
minimally invasive procedures	27
minor procedures	27
preventive care	676
ultrasound (sonogram)	544
women's imaging	1324
X-rays	780

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD.

**Gender**
Male	12
Female	752

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	557
Black	96
Hispanic	57
Asian	0
Other	30
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	384
From 75 to 84	273
85 and over	53
Less than 65	54

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD in 2019

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	19
Depression	14
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	28
Dementia	4
Cancer	21

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD treated as a diagnostic radiologist in Bronxville, NY during 2020 were breast procedures, women's imaging, X-rays and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD for Medicare patients.

breast procedures	1057
diagnostic imaging	89
diagnostic procedures	17
image guided procedures	17
minimally invasive procedures	17
minor procedures	17
preventive care	483
ultrasound (sonogram)	468
women's imaging	1040
X-rays	572

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD.

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	411
Black	87
Hispanic	40
Asian	11
Other	22
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	316
From 75 to 84	173
85 and over	47
Less than 65	35

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD in 2020

Hypertension	54
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	2
Ischemic Heart Disease	19
Depression	13
Chronic Kidney Disease	16
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	15
Atrial Fibrilation	5
Heart Failure	9
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	24
Dementia	5
Cancer	22

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD treated as a diagnostic radiologist in Bronxville, NY during 2021 were breast procedures, women's imaging, X-rays and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD for Medicare patients.

breast procedures	1115
diagnostic imaging	61
preventive care	568
ultrasound (sonogram)	486
women's imaging	1115
X-rays	629

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD.

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	466
Black	84
Hispanic	42
Asian	0
Other	25
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	323
From 75 to 84	227
85 and over	46
Less than 65	43

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD in 2021

Hypertension	56
High Cholesterol	51
Stroke	2
Ischemic Heart Disease	20
Depression	12
Chronic Kidney Disease	18
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	5
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	25
Dementia	4
Cancer	21

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD treated as a diagnostic radiologist in Bronxville, NY during 2022 were breast procedures, women's imaging, X-rays and preventive care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD for Medicare patients.

breast procedures	1121
diagnostic imaging	60
diagnostic procedures	18
image guided procedures	18
minimally invasive procedures	18
minor procedures	18
preventive care	539
ultrasound (sonogram)	504
women's imaging	1103
X-rays	599

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD.

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	424
Black	84
Hispanic	46
Asian	15
Other	36
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	293
From 75 to 84	228
85 and over	44
Less than 65	40

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD in 2022

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	66
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	14
Depression	10
Chronic Kidney Disease	9
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	26
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	5
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	25
Dementia	2
Cancer	25

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD treated as a diagnostic radiologist in Bronxville, NY were breast procedures, women's imaging, X-rays and preventive care.

breast procedures	1198
diagnostic imaging	133
diagnostic procedures	21
excision	31
image guided procedures	23
minimally invasive procedures	23
minor procedures	21
open surgery	31
preventive care	598
ultrasound (sonogram)	446
women's imaging	1178
X-rays	731

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD.

**Gender**
Male	1
Female	68

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	86
Asian / Pacific Islander	11
Non-Hispanic White	534
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	43
Other	22

**Age**
75 to 84	245
85 and over	65
Less than 65	50
65 to 74	349

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	53
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	2
Ischemic Heart Disease	20
Depression	11
Chronic Kidney Disease	11
Asthma	10
Osteoporosis	12
Heart Failure	8
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	24
Atrial Fibrillation	6
Dementia	3
Cancer	18

Education & Training

Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD graduated from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine in 1987. This provider completed residency at Beth Israel Medical Center. This provider is certified by the Diagnostic Radiology and has a state license in New York.

Medical School: SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine (1987)

Residency: Beth Israel Medical Center

Board Certification: Diagnostic Radiology

Licensed In: New York

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

NewYork-Presbyterian

ColumbiaDoctors

NewYork-Presbyterian/Lawrence Hospital

NewYork-Presbyterian Westchester

TRUSTEES OF COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY IN THE CITY OF NEW YORK

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Lynn R. Chinitz, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Biosense Webster, Inc.	$83 Lasso $83

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$83

Biography

Dr. Lynn Chinitz sees patients in Bronxville, NY and White Plains, NY. Dr. Lynn Chinitz's medical specialties are general practice and diagnostic radiology. Clinical interests for Dr. Chinitz include breast ultrasound, breast MRI, and core needle biopsy. Dr. Chinitz's professional affiliations include NewYork-Presbyterian/Lawrence Hospital, NewYork-Presbyterian Hudson Valley Hospital, and ColumbiaDoctors. Before completing Dr. Chinitz's residency at Beth Israel Medical Center, Dr. Chinitz attended medical school at SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine. Dr. Chinitz has received professional recognition including the following: New York Super Doctors. According to Yext, Dr. Chinitz is currently accepting new patients at Dr. Chinitz's office in Bronxville, NY.