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Who is Dr. Freeman, Plastic Surgeon in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Michael Freeman, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Freeman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Freeman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Freeman’s office at (661) 326-2281.
Is Dr. Freeman board certified as a Plastic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Michael Freeman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Freeman speak?
Dr. Freeman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Freeman typically treat?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Freeman 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. Freeman. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Localized Fat Deposits
- Obesity
- Excess Fat in Specific Areas
- Lipodystrophy
- Regional Adiposity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E65: Localized adiposity
Also known as:
- Breast Enlargement
- Breast Disease
- Breast hypertrophy
- Macromastia
- Gigantomastia
ICD-10 Codes:
- N62: Hypertrophy of breast
Also known as:
- Panniculitis
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Fat layer inflammation
- Subcutaneous fat disorder
- Skin nodule inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M793: Panniculitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Skin Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Dermatologic surgery recovery
- Skin graft aftercare
- Subcutaneous tissue post-op care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48817: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the skin and subcutaneous tissue
What procedures does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Freeman typically perform?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Freeman 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. Freeman. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Panniculectomy (Lower Abdomen Skin Removal)
- Tummy Tuck
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Excess Skin Removal (Abdomen)
- Infraumbilical Lipectomy
- Tummy Tuck (Panniculectomy)
- Abdominal Skin Excision
- Abdominoplasty
- Belly Fat Removal Surgery
- Excess Skin Removal Abdomen
CPT Codes:
- 15830: Excision, Excessive Skin And Subcutaneous Tissue (Includes Lipectomy); Abdomen, Infraumbilical Panniculectomy
- 15847: Excision, excessive skin and subcutaneous tissue (includes lipectomy), abdomen (eg, abdominoplasty) (includes umbilical transposition and fascial plication) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Breast Reduction Surgery
- Breast Lift
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Reduction Mammoplasty
- Breast Size Reduction
- Mammoplasty
- Mastopexy
- Breast Reshaping Surgery
- Pexy Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 19318: Breast reduction
- 19316: Mastopexy
Also known as:
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Skin Replacement
- Bioengineered Skin Application
CPT Codes:
- 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
Also known as:
- Wound or Burn Site Preparation for Graft
- Surgery
- Surgical Wound Debridement
- Burn Eschar Excision
- Scar Contracture Release
- Recipient Site Preparation
CPT Codes:
- 15002: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, trunk, arms, legs; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children
Also known as:
- Tissue Expander to Permanent Implant Exchange
- Breast implant exchange
- Breast reconstruction second stage
- Expander removal and implant placement
- Permanent breast implant surgery
CPT Codes:
- 11970: Replacement of tissue expander with permanent implant
Also known as:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Does Dr. Freeman accept my insurance?
Dr. Freeman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 326-2281 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Freeman accept in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Freeman in Bakersfield, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
City of Los Angeles
Kaiser Permanente
Kern Health Systems
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Freeman's office located?
Dr. Michael Freeman's Primary Practice
1700 Mount Vernon Ave
Bakersfield, CA 93306
(661) 326-2281
What is Dr. Freeman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Freeman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770789448.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Freeman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Freeman
What is Dr. Michael Freeman's specialty?
Dr. Freeman is a Plastic Surgeon near Bakersfield, CA.
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 this Dr. Michael Freeman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Freeman is affiliated with Bakersfield Memorial 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 Michael Freeman accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Freeman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Freeman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Freeman's office at (661) 326-2281 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Freeman?
Please contact Dr. Freeman's office at (661) 326-2281 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Freeman have?
Dr. Michael Freeman is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
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