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Who is Dr. Model, Pediatric Surgeon in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Lynn Model, MD is a Pediatric Surgeon, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Model is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Model’s practice accepts Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Model’s office at (718) 283-7384.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Model?
Dr. Lynn Model, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Model empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Chest Wall Deformities, Congenital Anomalies, Endocrine Surgery, Gallbladder Surgery, Gastrointestinal Surgery, Hepatobiliary Surgery, Hirschsprung's Disease, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Neonatal Surgery, Trauma, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Brooklyn/NY community, Dr. Model is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Model speak?
Dr. Model and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Model treat?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Model 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. Model. 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:
- Tongue-Tie
- Lip Malformation at Birth
- Birth Defects
- Tongue Disorder
- Mouth Disorder
- Ankyloglossia
- Short Lingual Frenulum
- Tied Tongue
- Lip Birth Defect
- Abnormal Lip Shape
- Congenital Lip Anomaly
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q381: Ankyloglossia
- Q380: Congenital malformations of lips, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Ruptured Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection and Tissue Death
- Severe Acute Appendicitis with Perforation, Infection, and Abscess
- Appendicitis
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
- Perforated Appendix with Gangrene
- Localized Ruptured Appendix
- Appendix Rupture with Tissue Death
- Burst Appendix with Gangrene and Abscess
- Perforated Appendix with Localized Infection and Tissue Death
- Complicated Appendicitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
- K3532: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, without abscess
- K3533: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, with abscess
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Ventral Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
- Abdominal Wall Hernia
- Epigastric Hernia
- Spigelian Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Phimosis
- Other Foreskin Problems
- Penis Disorder
- Tight foreskin
- Foreskin constriction
- Retracted foreskin problems
- Various foreskin issues
- Unspecified foreskin conditions
- Foreskin abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- N471: Phimosis
- N478: Other disorders of prepuce
Also known as:
- Genitourinary System Surgery Aftercare
- Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-urinary tract surgery care
- Reproductive organ surgery aftercare
- Kidney surgery recovery
- Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
- Stomach surgery aftercare
- Bowel surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48816: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the genitourinary system
- Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system
Also known as:
- Pilonidal Cyst
- Tailbone Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal cyst
- Pilonidal sinus
- Tailbone cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0591: Pilonidal cyst without abscess
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Lump or Swelling
- Head Mass
- Bump on Head
- Head Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R220: Localized swelling, mass and lump, head
Also known as:
- Feeding Difficulties
- Eating Problems
- Swallowing Problems
- Unspecified Feeding Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Anal Abscess
- Abscess
- Anal Disorder
- Perianal Abscess
- Pus Pocket near Anus
- Anal Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K610: Anal abscess
What procedures does Dr. Model perform?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Model 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. Model. 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:
- Tongue Tie Release (Frenotomy)
- Tongue-Tie Release (Frenectomy)
- Frenum Removal
- Lingual Frenectomy
- Frenotomy
- Tongue-Tie Surgery
- Tongue Frenum Excision
- Ankyloglossia Release
- Frenectomy
- Frenulectomy
- Lip tie release
- Tongue tie release
CPT Codes:
- 41010: Incision of lingual frenum (frenotomy)
- 41115: Excision of lingual frenum (frenectomy)
- 40819: Excision of frenum, labial or buccal (frenumectomy, frenulectomy, frenectomy)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
- Ventral hernia repair
- Umbilical hernia surgery
- Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
- Incisional hernia repair
CPT Codes:
- 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
- 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Appendectomy
- Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
- Keyhole Appendectomy
- Scope Appendectomy
CPT Codes:
- 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gastrostomy
- Keyhole Stomach Opening
- Laparoscopic Stomach Tube Placement
- Stamm Gastrostomy
CPT Codes:
- 43653: Laparoscopy, surgical; gastrostomy, without construction of gastric tube (eg, Stamm procedure) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Feeding Tube Placement with Endoscopy
- PEG Tube Placement
- Gastrostomy Tube Insertion
- EGD with Feeding Tube
- Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy
CPT Codes:
- 43246: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with directed placement of percutaneous gastrostomy tube
Also known as:
- Gastrostomy Tube Replacement
- G-tube Change
- Percutaneous Gastrostomy Tube Exchange
- Stomach Feeding Tube Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 43762: Replacement of gastrostomy tube, percutaneous, includes removal, when performed, without imaging or endoscopic guidance; not requiring revision of gastrostomy tract
Also known as:
- Circumcision with Local Anesthesia
- Newborn Circumcision
- Infant Circumcision
- Foreskin Removal (Clamp Method)
CPT Codes:
- 54150: Circumcision, using clamp or other device with regional dorsal penile or ring block
Also known as:
- Surgical Circumcision (Older Infants/Children/Adults)
- Adult Circumcision
- Childhood Circumcision
- Foreskin Removal Surgery
- Non-Clamp Circumcision
CPT Codes:
- 54161: Circumcision, surgical excision other than clamp, device, or dorsal slit; older than 28 days of age
Does Dr. Model accept my insurance?
Dr. Model accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 283-7384 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Model accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Model in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
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Express Scripts
Healthfirst
Medicaid
MetroPlus
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Model's office located?
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Lynn Model?
Dr. Model has appointments available at her Brooklyn, NY office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Model's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Model's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598949885.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Model?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Model
What is Dr. Lynn Model's specialty?
Dr. Model is a Pediatric Surgeon near Brooklyn, NY. Pediatric Surgeons specializes in the management of surgical conditions in premature infants, newborns, children, and adolescents. Contact Dr. Model to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lynn Model affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Model is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Maimonides Children's Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Lynn Model accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Lynn Model is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lynn Model offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Model, or call (718) 283-7384 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Lynn Model?
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