Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Camal, Surgeon in Hackensack, NJ?
Dr. Debra Camal, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Hackensack, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Camal completed her residency at Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, General Surgery; Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, General Surgery. Dr. Camal is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Camal’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Camal’s office at (732) 531-5200.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Camal?
Dr. Debra Camal, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified 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. Camal empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Cancer, Breast Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Hackensack, NJ community, Dr. Camal is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Camal go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, General Surgery; Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, General Surgery | UMDNJ
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny | SUNY Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine
Is Dr. Camal board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Debra Camal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Camal speak?
Dr. Camal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Camal typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Camal 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. Camal. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
Also known as:
- Personal History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Past breast cancer
- Previous mammary malignancy
- History of breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Camal typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Camal 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. Camal. 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:
- Partial Mastectomy
- Simple Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Breast conserving surgery
- Quadrantectomy
- Segmentectomy
- Complete Mastectomy
- Breast Removal Surgery
- Total Mastectomy
- Unilateral Mastectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
- 19303: Mastectomy, simple, complete
Also known as:
- Breast Lesion Localization
- Breast Marker Placement
- Wire Localization Breast
- Mammographic Guided Breast Localization
CPT Codes:
- 19281: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including mammographic guidance
Also known as:
- Breast Lesion Localization
- Breast clip placement
- Wire localization for breast surgery
- Radioactive seed placement in breast
- Ultrasound-guided breast marker
CPT Codes:
- 19285: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Excision
- Open Axillary Node Biopsy
- Underarm Lymph Node Removal
CPT Codes:
- 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)
Also known as:
- Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
- Lymph Node Identification
- Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
- Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes
CPT Codes:
- 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Radioactive Tracer Injection for Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
- Sentinel Node Mapping Injection
- Lymph Node Tracer Injection
- Radioactive Dye for Lymph Nodes
- Sentinel Lymph Node Identification
CPT Codes:
- 38792: Injection procedure; radioactive tracer for identification of sentinel node
Does Dr. Camal accept my insurance?
Dr. Camal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 531-5200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Camal accept in Hackensack, NJ?
Dr. Camal in Hackensack, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carepoint Health
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
MagnaCare Rx Administered Payer
Medicare
Oscar Health
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Where is Dr. Camal's office located?
Dr. Debra Camal's Primary Practice
30 Prospect Ave Ste 2
Hackensack, NJ 07601
(732) 531-5200
What is Dr. Camal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Camal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902833312.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Camal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Camal
What is Dr. Debra Camal's specialty?
Dr. Camal is a Surgeon near Hackensack, NJ.
What does a Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Debra Camal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Camal is affiliated with Monmouth 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 Debra Camal accepting new patients in Hackensack, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Debra Camal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Debra Camal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Camal's office at (732) 531-5200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Debra Camal?
Please contact Dr. Camal's office at (732) 531-5200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Debra Camal have?
Dr. Debra Camal is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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