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Dr. Ira Papel, MD

Dr. Ira Papel, MD

Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Neurosurgeon

Baltimore, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Papel, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in Baltimore, MD?

    Dr. Ira Papel, MD is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Papel graduated from Boston University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Hosp, Otolaryngology; Boston Univ Med Ctr/Univ Hp, General Surgery. Dr. Papel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Papel’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Papel’s office at (410) 486-3400.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Papel?

    Dr. Ira Papel, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Papel empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Blepharoplasty, Cosmetic Surgery-Face, Eyelid Surgery/Blepharoplasty, Facial Cosmetic Surgery, Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Nasal Reconstruction, Nose Job/Rhinoplasty, Rhinoplasty, Skin Cancer/Facial Reconstruction, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Baltimore, MD community, Dr. Papel is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: University of California At San Francisco

    • Residency: Johns Hopkins Hosp, Otolaryngology; Boston Univ Med Ctr/Univ Hp, General Surgery | The Johns Hopkins Hospital | Johns Hopkins Hospital | Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Program A

    • Medical School: Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma | BOSTON UNIV SCH OF MEDICINE | Boston University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Papel board certified as a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Ira Papel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Papel speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon like Dr. Papel typically treat?

    As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Papel 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. Papel. 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:

    • Nose and Sinus Disorder
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Nasal problems
    • Sinus problems
    • Nose and sinus conditions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3489: Other specified disorders of nose and nasal sinuses

    Also known as:

    • Scars
    • Hypertrophic Scarring
    • Keloid Scars
    • Scar Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L910: Hypertrophic scar

    Also known as:

    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Nose
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
    • Rodent Ulcer
    • BCC
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44311: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of nose

    Also known as:

    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Epidermoid Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Skin Lump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L723: Sebaceous cyst

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Crooked nose septum
    • Nasal blockage
    • Septal deviation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J342: Deviated nasal septum

    Also known as:

    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin

    Also known as:

    • Benign Skin Growth
    • Benign Tumor
    • Skin Condition
    • Non-cancerous skin lesion
    • Skin tumor
    • Skin lump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D2339: Other benign neoplasm of skin of other parts of face

    What procedures does a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon like Dr. Papel typically perform?

    As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Papel 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. Papel. 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:

    • Deviated Septum Repair
    • Turbinate Reduction Surgery
    • Nasal Turbinate Fracture
    • Nasal Airway Narrowing Repair
    • Septoplasty
    • Nasal Septum Surgery
    • Submucous Resection of Septum
    • Nose Septum Straightening
    • Nasal Turbinate Ablation
    • Inferior Turbinate Reduction
    • Radiofrequency Turbinate Reduction
    • Therapeutic Nasal Turbinate Fracture
    • Nose Bone Fracture (Turbinate)
    • Inferior Turbinate Outfracture
    • Nasal Vestibular Stenosis Repair
    • Nose Breathing Improvement Surgery
    • Spreader Grafting (Nose)
    • Lateral Nasal Wall Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft
    • 30802: Ablation, soft tissue of inferior turbinates, unilateral or bilateral, any method (eg, electrocautery, radiofrequency ablation, or tissue volume reduction); intramural (ie, submucosal)
    • 30930: Fracture nasal inferior turbinate(s), therapeutic
    • 30465: Repair of nasal vestibular stenosis (eg, spreader grafting, lateral nasal wall reconstruction)

    Also known as:

    • Facial Wound Repair
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Stitches for facial cut
    • Intermediate wound closure
    • Repair of facial laceration

    CPT Codes:

    • 12051: Repair, intermediate, wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 2.5 cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Benign Facial Lesion Removal (1.1-2.0 cm)
    • Facial mole removal
    • Eyelid lesion excision
    • Lip lesion removal
    • Benign growth removal from face

    CPT Codes:

    • 11442: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Ear Cartilage Graft to Nose or Ear
    • Autogenous ear cartilage graft
    • Nose cartilage reconstruction
    • Ear reconstruction with own cartilage
    • Cartilage transplant for nose/ear

    CPT Codes:

    • 21235: Graft; ear cartilage, autogenous, to nose or ear (includes obtaining graft)

    Does Dr. Papel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Papel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 486-3400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Papel accept in Baltimore, MD?

    Dr. Papel in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna

    • CMS

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Papel's office located?

    Dr. Ira Papel's Primary Practice

    1838 Greene Tree Rd Ste 370

    Baltimore, MD 21208

    (410) 486-3400

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    Dr. Ira Papel's Practice 2

    6535 N Charles St

    Baltimore, MD 21204

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

    Dr. Papel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700994548.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Papel?

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

    What is Dr. Ira Papel's specialty?

    Dr. Papel is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon near Baltimore, MD.

    What does a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon do?

    A Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon is a physician specialized in both aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the face, head, and neck. These surgeons may come from different backgrounds, including plastic surgery or otolaryngology (ENT), with additional training focused on procedures specific to the facial area. They perform surgeries to enhance facial appearance (facial plastic surgery) and to restore function and appearance following trauma, congenital conditions, or disease (reconstructive surgery). Their expertise includes procedures such as facelifts, rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, and reconstructive surgeries for patients with facial deformities or after accidents. The goal is to improve both the aesthetic and functional outcomes for patients.

    Is Dr. Ira Papel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Papel is affiliated with Greater Baltimore Medical Center, The Johns Hopkins Hospital 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. Ira Papel accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Ira Papel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ira Papel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Papel's office at (410) 486-3400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ira Papel?

    Please contact Dr. Papel's office at (410) 486-3400 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Papel's office located?

    Dr. Papel's office is located in Baltimore, MD.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ira Papel have?

    Dr. Ira Papel is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.