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Dr. Benjamin Schalet, MD

Plastic Surgeon

Springfield, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Schalet, Plastic Surgeon in Springfield, MA?

    Dr. Benjamin Schalet, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Springfield, MA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Schalet completed his residency at Albany Medical Center*. Dr. Schalet is fluent in English, Chinese, French, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schalet’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schalet’s office at (413) 794-5363.

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

    • Fellowship: Mass General Hospital *

    • Residency: Albany Medical Center*

    • Medical School: University of Virginia Medical Center

    Is Dr. Schalet board certified as a Plastic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Schalet, MD is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Schalet speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English
    • French
    • Italian
    • Portuguese
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Schalet typically treat?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Schalet 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. Schalet. 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:

    • Lost both breasts (double mastectomy)
    • Mastectomy
    • Double mastectomy
    • Bilateral breast removal
    • Absence of both breasts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9013: Acquired absence of bilateral breasts and nipples

    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:

    • Breast Reconstruction After Mastectomy
    • Breast Reconstruction
    • Post-mastectomy breast reconstruction
    • Breast implant after mastectomy
    • Rebuilding breast after cancer surgery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z421: Encounter for breast reconstruction following mastectomy

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Breast Enlargement
    • Breast Disease
    • Breast hypertrophy
    • Macromastia
    • Gigantomastia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N62: Hypertrophy of breast

    What procedures does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Schalet typically perform?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Schalet 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. Schalet. 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 Reduction Surgery
    • Breast Reconstruction Revision
    • Breast Implant Capsule Revision
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Reduction Mammoplasty
    • Breast Size Reduction
    • Mammoplasty
    • Corrective Breast Reconstruction Surgery
    • Breast Implant Revision
    • Flap Revision for Breast Reconstruction
    • Capsulectomy (Breast Implant)
    • Capsulotomy (Breast Implant)
    • Breast Implant Scar Tissue Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 19318: Breast reduction
    • 19380: Revision of reconstructed breast (eg, significant removal of tissue, re-advancement and/or re-inset of flaps in autologous reconstruction or significant capsular revision combined with soft tissue excision in implant-based reconstruction)
    • 19370: Revision of peri-implant capsule, breast, including capsulotomy, capsulorrhaphy, and/or partial capsulectomy

    Also known as:

    • Autologous Fat Grafting (Body)
    • Additional Fat Transfer (Body, Breasts, Scalp)
    • Fat Transfer
    • Liposuction with Fat Injection
    • Body Fat Graft
    • Autologous Fat Injection
    • Liposuction Fat Grafting
    • Body Fat Transfer

    CPT Codes:

    • 15771: Grafting of autologous fat harvested by liposuction technique to trunk, breasts, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 50 cc or less injectate
    • 15772: Grafting of autologous fat harvested by liposuction technique to trunk, breasts, scalp, arms, and/or legs; each additional 50 cc injectate, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Breast Implant Insertion After Mastectomy
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Delayed Breast Reconstruction
    • Breast Implant Placement (Post-Mastectomy)
    • Secondary Breast Augmentation
    • Reconstructive Breast Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 19342: Insertion or replacement of breast implant on separate day from mastectomy

    Also known as:

    • Large Benign Skin Lesion Removal
    • Benign Skin Growth Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
    • Large Skin Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11406: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Complex Wound Repair on Torso (2.6-7.5 cm)
    • Trunk Wound Closure (Complex)
    • Deep Torso Laceration Repair
    • Complex Body Wound Stitching

    CPT Codes:

    • 13101: Repair, complex, trunk; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm

    Also known as:

    • Skin Flap Surgery (Medium)
    • Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
    • Local Flap Surgery
    • Skin Graft (Adjacent Tissue)

    CPT Codes:

    • 14301: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; defect 30.1 sq cm to 60.0 sq cm

    Does Dr. Schalet accept my insurance?

    Dr. Schalet accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (413) 794-5363 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Schalet accept in Springfield, MA?

    Dr. Schalet in Springfield, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Highmark Health

    • Medicare

    • MVP Health Care

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Schalet's office located?

    Dr. Benjamin Schalet's Primary Practice

    2 Medical Center Dr Ste 309

    Springfield, MA 01107

    (413) 794-5363

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    Dr. Benjamin Schalet's Practice 2

    47 New Scotland Ave

    Albany, NY 12208

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

    Dr. Schalet's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073773537.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schalet?

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

    What is Dr. Benjamin Schalet's specialty?

    Dr. Schalet is a Plastic Surgeon near Springfield, MA.

    What does a Plastic Surgeon do?

    A plastic surgeon specializes in repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Cosmetic surgery is a key aspect of this specialty, where surgeons apply aesthetic principles to enhance appearance and optimize reconstructive outcomes, addressing both normal structures and those requiring reconstruction.

    Is Dr. Benjamin Schalet affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Schalet is affiliated with Albany Medical Center, Albany Med South Clinical Campus 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. Benjamin Schalet accepting new patients in Springfield, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Schalet is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Benjamin Schalet offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Schalet's office at (413) 794-5363 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Benjamin Schalet?

    Please contact Dr. Schalet's office at (413) 794-5363 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Schalet's office located?

    Dr. Schalet's offices are located in Springfield, MA and Albany, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Schalet have?

    Dr. Benjamin Schalet is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.