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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kpodzo, Plastic Surgeon in Albany, NY?
Dr. Dzifa Kpodzo is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Albany, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kpodzo is fluent in English, French, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kpodzo’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kpodzo’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kpodzo?
Dr. Dzifa Kpodzo is a highly-rated, board-certified Plastic 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. Kpodzo empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Cosmetic & Reconstructive Surgery, Eyelid Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Albany/NY community, Dr. Kpodzo is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Kpodzo speak?
Dr. Kpodzo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
German
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Kpodzo treat?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Kpodzo 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. Kpodzo. 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:
- Transgender Identity
- Gender Dysphoria
- Transsexual Identity
- Gender Transition
ICD-10 Codes:
- F640: Transsexualism
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:
- Scars
- Hypertrophic Scarring
- Keloid Scars
- Scar Tissue
ICD-10 Codes:
- L910: Hypertrophic scar
Also known as:
- Breast Enlargement
- Breast Disease
- Breast hypertrophy
- Macromastia
- Gigantomastia
ICD-10 Codes:
- N62: Hypertrophy of breast
Also known as:
- Gender Dysphoria
- Gender incongruence
- Gender identity issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- F649: Gender identity disorder, unspecified
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:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
What procedures does Dr. Kpodzo perform?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Kpodzo 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. Kpodzo. 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:
- Breast Reduction Surgery
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Reduction Mammoplasty
- Breast Size Reduction
- Mammoplasty
CPT Codes:
- 19318: Breast reduction
Also known as:
- Injection for Skin Lesions (Up to 7)
- Intralesional Injection
- Lesion Injection Therapy
- Steroid Injection for Skin Bumps
CPT Codes:
- 11900: Injection, intralesional; up to and including 7 lesions
Also known as:
- Facial Wound Repair
- Intermediate Wound Repair (2.5 cm or less)
- Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
- Wounds and Injuries
- Stitches for facial cut
- Intermediate wound closure
- Repair of facial laceration
- Complex Wound Closure
- Deep Wound Stitching
- Injury Repair
- Laceration Repair (Body)
- Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
- Deep Wound Stitching (Body)
CPT Codes:
- 12051: Repair, intermediate, wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 2.5 cm or less
- 12031: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.5 cm or less
- 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Facial Lesion (0.6-1.0 cm)
- Removal of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth (1.1-2.0 cm)
- Facial Skin Growth Excision
- Benign Lesion Removal (Face)
- Eyelid Lesion Excision
- Lip Lesion Removal
- Benign Skin Lesion Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
- Mole Removal (Non-Cancerous)
CPT Codes:
- 11441: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
- 11402: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
Also known as:
- Simple Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Complete Mastectomy
- Breast Removal Surgery
- Total Mastectomy
- Unilateral Mastectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19303: Mastectomy, simple, complete
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:
- Panniculectomy (Lower Abdomen Skin Removal)
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Excess Skin Removal (Abdomen)
- Infraumbilical Lipectomy
- Tummy Tuck (Panniculectomy)
- Abdominal Skin Excision
CPT Codes:
- 15830: Excision, Excessive Skin And Subcutaneous Tissue (Includes Lipectomy); Abdomen, Infraumbilical Panniculectomy
Also known as:
- Trunk Liposuction
- Liposuction of Torso
- Suction-Assisted Fat Removal (Trunk)
- Body Contouring Liposuction
CPT Codes:
- 15877: Suction assisted lipectomy; trunk
Also known as:
- Draining a Lump or Collection of Fluid
- Abscess Aspiration
- Cyst Drainage
- Hematoma Puncture
- Bulla Aspiration
CPT Codes:
- 10160: Puncture aspiration of abscess, hematoma, bulla, or cyst
Also known as:
- Removal of Superficial Implant (Wire, Pin, or Rod)
- Buried wire removal
- Pin removal surgery
- Rod removal (superficial)
CPT Codes:
- 20670: Removal of implant; superficial (eg, buried wire, pin or rod) (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Kpodzo accept my insurance?
Dr. Kpodzo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kpodzo accept in Albany, NY?
Dr. Kpodzo in Albany, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CDPHP
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
MVP Healthcare
State of New York
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kpodzo's office located?
What is Dr. Kpodzo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kpodzo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841358629.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kpodzo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kpodzo
What is Dr. Dzifa Kpodzo's specialty?
Dr. Kpodzo is a Plastic Surgeon near Albany, NY. 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. Contact Dr. Kpodzo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Dzifa Kpodzo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kpodzo is affiliated with Albany Medical Center 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 Dzifa Kpodzo accepting new patients in Albany, NY?
Yes, Dr. Dzifa Kpodzo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dzifa Kpodzo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kpodzo's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dzifa Kpodzo?
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