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Dr. Brian Labow

Dr. Brian Labow

Plastic Surgeon

Boston, MA

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Labow, Plastic Surgeon in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Brian Labow is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Labow graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts and completed his residency at Harvard University Affiliated Hospitals. He is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Dr. Labow is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Labow’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Labow’s office at (617) 355-6000.

    Where did Dr. Labow go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Adult Reconstructive and Microsurgery - Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center - Boston, MA | Pediatric Hand and Microsurgery - Boston Children's Hospital - Boston, MA | Children's Hosp/BIDC, Fellow:Hand Surgery

    • Residency: Harvard University Affiliated Hospitals

    • Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts

    Is Dr. Labow board certified as a Plastic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Labow is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Labow speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Labow 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. Labow. 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 Enlargement
    • Breast Disease
    • Breast hypertrophy
    • Macromastia
    • Gigantomastia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N62: Hypertrophy of breast

    Also known as:

    • Scars
    • Hypertrophic Scarring
    • Keloid Scars
    • Scar Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L910: Hypertrophic scar

    Also known as:

    • Head Lump or Swelling
    • Head Mass
    • Bump on Head
    • Head Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R220: Localized swelling, mass and lump, head

    Also known as:

    • Other Breast Birth Defects
    • Breast Disease
    • Rare Breast Malformations
    • Uncommon Breast Anomalies

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q838: Other congenital malformations of breast

    Also known as:

    • Facial Birth Defects
    • Craniofacial Abnormality
    • Craniofacial Anomalies
    • Congenital Facial Syndromes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q870: Congenital malformation syndromes predominantly affecting facial appearance

    Also known as:

    • Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Neoplasm
    • Skin Growth
    • Uncertain Skin Lesion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin

    Also known as:

    • Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
    • Skin Condition
    • Scar Tissue
    • Fibrotic Skin
    • Excessive Scarring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin

    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

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

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Labow 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. Labow. 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 Reduction Surgery
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Reduction Mammoplasty
    • Breast Size Reduction
    • Mammoplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 19318: Breast reduction

    Also known as:

    • Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
    • Intermediate Face/Head Wound Repair (2.6-5.0 cm)
    • Facial Wound Repair
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Laceration Repair (Body)
    • Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Deep Wound Stitching (Body)
    • Facial Laceration Repair
    • Head Wound Stitching
    • Complex Facial Cut Repair
    • Stitches for facial cut
    • Intermediate wound closure
    • Repair of facial laceration

    CPT Codes:

    • 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
    • 12052: Repair, intermediate, wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 2.6 cm to 5.0 cm
    • 12051: Repair, intermediate, wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 2.5 cm or less

    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:

    • Benign Lesion Removal (Face/Head)
    • Facial Lesion Excision
    • Skin Growth Removal
    • Benign Tumor Excision
    • Head/Neck Lesion Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 11443: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Complex Wound Repair on Torso (2.6-7.5 cm)
    • Trunk Wound Closure (Complex)
    • Deep Torso Laceration Repair
    • Complex Body Wound Stitching

    CPT Codes:

    • 13101: Repair, complex, trunk; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm

    Does Dr. Labow accept my insurance?

    Dr. Labow accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Labow accept in Boston, MA?

    Dr. Labow in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • BMC Health System

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Fallon Health

    • Mass General Brigham

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Labow's office located?

    Hun 158

    300 Longwood Ave

    Boston, MA 02115

    (617) 355-6000

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    • Member of American Society of Plastic Surgeons

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

    Dr. Labow's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700844735.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Labow?

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

    What is Dr. Brian Labow's specialty?

    Dr. Labow is a Plastic Surgeon near Boston, MA.

    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 Dr. Brian Labow affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Labow is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-Boston, Brigham And Women's 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 Dr. Brian Labow accepting new patients in Boston, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Labow is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brian Labow offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Labow's office at (617) 355-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Brian Labow?

    Please contact Dr. Labow's office at (617) 355-6000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Labow's office located?

    Dr. Labow's office is located in Boston, MA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Labow have?

    Dr. Brian Labow is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.