18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kowalski, Surgeon in New York, NY?
Dr. Rebecca Kowalski, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Kowalski graduated from SUNY Downstate College of Medicine and completed her residency at Lenox Hill Hospital. Dr. Kowalski is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kowalski’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kowalski’s office at (212) 434-3285.
Where did Dr. Kowalski go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Baystate Medical Center
Residency: Lenox Hill Hospital
Medical School: SUNY Downstate College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kowalski speak?
Dr. Kowalski and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kowalski treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Kowalski 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. Kowalski. 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:
- Umbilical Hernia
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Ventral Hernia
- Incisional Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Abdominal Wall Hernia
- Epigastric Hernia
- Spigelian Hernia
- Post-surgical Hernia
- Surgical Incision Hernia
- Scar Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Trunk Lump or Swelling
- Head Lump or Swelling
- Body Mass
- Torso Lump
- Trunk Nodule
- Head Mass
- Bump on Head
- Head Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R222: Localized swelling, mass and lump, trunk
- R220: Localized swelling, mass and lump, head
Also known as:
- Muscle Separation
- Common Infant and Newborn Problems
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Muscle tear
- Muscle strain
- Pulled muscle
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6208: Separation of muscle (nontraumatic), other site
Also known as:
- Bilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Double Groin Hernia
- Hernia in Both Groins
- Non-obstructed Inguinal Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4020: Bilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- History of Other Circulatory System Disease
- Heart Disease
- Past Heart Condition
- Previous Cardiovascular Disease
- History of Blood Vessel Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8679: Personal history of other diseases of the circulatory system
Also known as:
- History of Other Digestive System Disease
- Digestive Disease
- Past GI Disorder
- Previous Digestive Problem
- History of Gastrointestinal Illness
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8719: Personal history of other diseases of the digestive system
Also known as:
- Lipoma of the Spermatic Cord
- Benign Tumor
- Fatty tumor on spermatic cord
- Benign fatty growth near testicle
- Testicle fatty lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- D176: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of spermatic cord
Also known as:
- Endocrine and Metabolic Disorder
- Endocrine Disease
- Metabolic Disorder
- Hormone Disorders
- Metabolic Syndrome
- Nutritional Deficiencies
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8639: Personal history of other endocrine, nutritional and metabolic disease
Also known as:
- Pain in Lower Left Abdomen
- Pelvic Pain
- Left lower quadrant pain
- Pain in left side of belly
- Left side abdominal discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1032: Left lower quadrant pain
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Moderate Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Moderate Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Moderate Nutritional Deficiency
- Moderate Underweight
ICD-10 Codes:
- E440: Moderate protein-calorie malnutrition
Which procedures does Dr. Kowalski perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Rebecca Kowalski may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kowalski's office.
Does Dr. Kowalski accept my insurance?
Dr. Kowalski accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 434-3285 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kowalski accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Kowalski in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Affinity Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
Trustmark Insurance Company
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Where is Dr. Kowalski's office located?
What is Dr. Kowalski's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kowalski's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972768869.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kowalski?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kowalski
What is Dr. Rebecca Kowalski's specialty?
Dr. Kowalski is a Surgeon near New York, NY. 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. Kowalski to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rebecca Kowalski affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kowalski is affiliated with Lenox Hill Hospital 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 Rebecca Kowalski accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Rebecca Kowalski is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rebecca Kowalski offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kowalski's office at (212) 434-3285 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rebecca Kowalski?
Please contact Dr. Kowalski's office at (212) 434-3285 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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