Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Swistel, Surgeon in New York, NY?
Dr. Alexander Swistel, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Swistel graduated from The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University and completed his residency at Mem Sloan-Kettering Cancer Ctr, General Surgery; St Luke'S-Roosevelt-St Lukes D, General Surgery. Dr. Swistel is fluent in English, German, Russian, and Ukrainian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Swistel’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Swistel’s office at (917) 300-0553.
WebsiteWhat are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Swistel?
Dr. Alexander Swistel, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified 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. Swistel empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Cancer & Surgery, Breast Cancer-High Risk Women, Breast Cancer-Male, Breast Cancer-Young Women, Nipple Sparing Mastectomy, Sentinel Node Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York/NY community, Dr. Swistel is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Swistel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mem Sloan-Kettering Cancer Ctr, General Surgery; St Luke'S-Roosevelt-St Lukes D, General Surgery | St Lukes Roosevelt Hospital
Medical School: The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University
Is Dr. Swistel board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Swistel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Swistel speak?
Dr. Swistel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
Russian
Ukrainian
What conditions does Dr. Swistel treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Swistel 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. Swistel. 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:
- 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Widespread Left 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
- Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
- Diffuse left female breast cancer
- Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
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
- C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
Also known as:
- Family History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Family History
- Hereditary breast cancer risk
- Genetic predisposition to breast cancer
- Breast cancer in the family
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z803: Family history of malignant neoplasm of breast
What procedures does Dr. Swistel perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Swistel 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. Swistel. 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:
- 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 Lump Removal with Marker Guidance
- Image-Guided Breast Lesion Excision
- Wire-Localized Breast Biopsy
- Open Excision of Marked Breast Lesion
- Breast Mass Removal with Marker
CPT Codes:
- 19125: Excision of breast lesion identified by preoperative placement of radiological marker, open; single lesion
Also known as:
- Intraoperative Radiation Therapy (IORT) for Breast Cancer
- Radiation Therapy
- IORT for Breast Tumor
- Radiation During Mastectomy
- Partial Mastectomy with Radiation
- Targeted Breast Radiation
CPT Codes:
- 19294: Preparation of tumor cavity, with placement of a radiation therapy applicator for intraoperative radiation therapy (IORT) concurrent with partial mastectomy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
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)
Does Dr. Swistel accept my insurance?
Dr. Swistel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Swistel accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Swistel in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Blue Cross of Idaho
CMS
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthComp
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Swistel's office located?
NY-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center
425 E. 61st St.
8-11th Floor
New York, NY 10065
(917) 300-0553
What is Dr. Swistel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Swistel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548366040.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Swistel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Swistel
What is Dr. Alexander Swistel's specialty?
Dr. Swistel is a Surgeon near New York, NY. 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. Contact Dr. Swistel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alexander Swistel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Swistel is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell 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 Alexander Swistel accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Swistel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Swistel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Swistel's office at (917) 300-0553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Swistel?
Please contact Dr. Swistel's office at (917) 300-0553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alexander Swistel have?
Dr. Alexander Swistel is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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