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Dr. Catherine Ly, MD

Dr. Catherine Ly, MD

White Plains, NY

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ly, Plastic Surgeon in White Plains, NY?

    Dr. Catherine L. Ly is an Assistant Professor of Surgery in the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Columbia University Medical Center. She is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. She graduated from Yale University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in History of Science and Medicine with a focus on health disparities. She received her medical degree in her hometown of Honolulu at the University of Hawai?i John A. Burns School of Medicine. She then returned to Yale for her residency training in plastic and reconstructive surgery. In her final year of residency, she served as the academic chief resident. She subsequently completed a clinical fellowship in complex oncologic reconstructive microsurgery at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Dr. Ly has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications and has presented at various national meetings. During residency, she was the recipient of a National Institutes of Health T32 surgical oncology research grant and a Plastic Surgery Foundation grant, both of which allowed her to study lymphedema pathophysiology and treatment at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Dr. Ly is well-trained in the full range of plastic and reconstructive surgery. Her clinical and research interests are in post-traumatic and oncologic reconstruction with a focus on microsurgical techniques, surgical education, and health disparities. She is committed to providing compassionate care and optimizing patient outcomes for all patients.

    What languages does Dr. Ly speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Ly typically treat?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Ly 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. Ly. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Breast Enlargement
    • Breast Disease
    • Breast hypertrophy
    • Macromastia
    • Gigantomastia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N62: Hypertrophy of breast

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Breast Disorder
    • Breast Disease
    • Various breast conditions
    • Miscellaneous breast ailments
    • Specific breast problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N6489: Other specified disorders of breast

    Also known as:

    • Loose Skin Folds
    • Skin Condition
    • Excess Skin
    • Skin Redundancy
    • Sagging Skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L987: Excessive and redundant skin and subcutaneous tissue

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    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

    What procedures does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Ly typically perform?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Ly 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. Ly. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Breast Reduction Surgery
    • Breast Reconstruction Revision
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Reduction Mammoplasty
    • Breast Size Reduction
    • Mammoplasty
    • Corrective Breast Reconstruction Surgery
    • Breast Implant Revision
    • Flap Revision for Breast Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 19318: Breast reduction
    • 19380: Revision of reconstructed breast (eg, significant removal of tissue, re-advancement and/or re-inset of flaps in autologous reconstruction or significant capsular revision combined with soft tissue excision in implant-based reconstruction)

    Also known as:

    • Muscle or Skin Flap Surgery (Trunk)
    • Myocutaneous Flap (Body)
    • Fasciocutaneous Flap (Trunk)
    • Tissue Flap Reconstruction (Torso)

    CPT Codes:

    • 15734: Muscle, myocutaneous, or fasciocutaneous flap; trunk

    Also known as:

    • Breast Tissue Expander Placement
    • Breast Reconstruction
    • Breast Reconstruction with Expanders
    • Tissue Expander Surgery (Breast)
    • Breast Implant Preparation

    CPT Codes:

    • 19357: Tissue expander placement in breast reconstruction, including subsequent expansion(s)

    Also known as:

    • Biologic Implant for Soft Tissue Reinforcement
    • Acellular Dermal Matrix Implant
    • Breast Reinforcement Implant
    • Trunk Soft Tissue Repair
    • Tissue Scaffold Implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 15777: Implantation of biologic implant (eg, acellular dermal matrix) for soft tissue reinforcement (ie, breast, trunk) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    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:

    • Large Benign Skin Lesion Removal
    • Benign Skin Growth Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
    • Large Skin Lesion Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 11406: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Laceration Repair (Body)
    • Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Deep Wound Stitching (Body)

    CPT Codes:

    • 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm

    Does Dr. Ly accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ly 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. Ly accept in White Plains, NY?

    Dr. Ly in White Plains, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Ly's office located?

    ColumbiaDoctors at NewYork-Presbyterian The One

    ColumbiaDoctors at NewYork-Presbyterian The One

    1111 Westchester Avenue

    White Plains, NY 10604

    (917) 300-0553

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

    Dr. Ly's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750791406.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ly?

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

    What is Dr. Catherine Ly's specialty?

    Dr. Ly is a Plastic Surgeon near White Plains, NY.

    What does a Plastic Surgeon do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Catherine Ly affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ly is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center, Newyork-Presbyterian Hospital/weill Cornell Medical Center, Newyork-Presbyterian Westchester 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

    When to see a Plastic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Catherine Ly accepting new patients in White Plains, NY?

    No, Dr. Catherine Ly is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Catherine Ly offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ly's office at (917) 300-0553 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Catherine Ly?

    Please contact Dr. Ly's office at (917) 300-0553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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