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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kesmodel, Surgical Oncologist in Miami, FL?
Dr. Susan Kesmodel, MD is a Surgical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kesmodel completed her residency at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and is currently affiliated with 3b Jackson Memorial Hospital Acc West. Dr. Kesmodel is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kesmodel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kesmodel’s office.
Where did Dr. Kesmodel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: MD Anderson Cancer Center
Residency: Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Medical School: University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kesmodel speak?
Dr. Kesmodel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Kesmodel typically treat?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Kesmodel 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. Kesmodel. 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:
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
- Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
- Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
- Central Right Female Breast Cancer
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
- Diffuse left female breast cancer
- Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
- Precancerous cells right breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
- DCIS right breast
- Intraductal carcinoma in situ left breast
- Precancerous cells left breast
- Non-invasive breast cancer left breast
- DCIS left breast
- Right female breast central tumor
- Malignant growth in central right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
- D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
- D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast
- C50111: Malignant neoplasm of central portion of right female breast
Also known as:
- Cancer Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Cancer
- Post-cancer surgery care
- Oncology aftercare
- Cancer recovery follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z483: Aftercare following surgery for 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
What procedures does a Surgical Oncologist like Dr. Kesmodel typically perform?
As a Surgical Oncologist, Dr. Kesmodel 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. Kesmodel. 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:
- 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 Tissue Expander Placement
- Immediate Breast Implant After Mastectomy
- Breast Reconstruction
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Breast Reconstruction with Expanders
- Tissue Expander Surgery (Breast)
- Breast Implant Preparation
- Same-day breast implant
- Mastectomy with immediate implant
- Breast implant during mastectomy
- Immediate breast reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 19357: Tissue expander placement in breast reconstruction, including subsequent expansion(s)
- 19340: Insertion of breast implant on same day of mastectomy (ie, immediate)
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:
- 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:
- 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. Kesmodel accept my insurance?
Dr. Kesmodel 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. Kesmodel accept in Miami, FL?
Dr. Kesmodel in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CareCentrix
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kesmodel's office located?
What is Dr. Kesmodel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kesmodel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093814758.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kesmodel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kesmodel
What is Dr. Susan Kesmodel's specialty?
Dr. Kesmodel is a Surgical Oncologist near Miami, FL.
What does a Surgical Oncologist do?
A surgical oncologist is a highly qualified and trained surgeon with specialized expertise in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of cancer patients. They have received additional training in a multidisciplinary approach and dedicate a significant portion of their practice to these areas, as well as to cancer research.
Is this Dr. Susan Kesmodel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kesmodel is affiliated with Spartanburg Regional Medical Center, Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, Piedmont Augusta Hospital 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
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Is Susan Kesmodel accepting new patients in Miami, FL?
Yes, Dr. Susan Kesmodel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Susan Kesmodel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kesmodel's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Susan Kesmodel?
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Connect with DR. Kesmodel
3b Jackson Memorial Hospital Acc West
1400 NW 12th Ave Bldg 4TH Fl 4
Miami, FL 33136