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Who is Dr. Benacquista, Plastic Surgeon in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Teresa Benacquista, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Benacquista completed her residency at A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Plastic Surgery; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Benacquista is fluent in English and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benacquista’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benacquista’s office.
Where did Dr. Benacquista go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Plastic Surgery; Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
Is Dr. Benacquista board certified as a Plastic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Teresa Benacquista, MD is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Benacquista speak?
Dr. Benacquista and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
What conditions does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Benacquista typically treat?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Benacquista 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. Benacquista. 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:
- Lipodystrophy
- Metabolic Disorder
- Fat Distribution Disorder
- Abnormal Fat Accumulation
ICD-10 Codes:
- E881: Lipodystrophy, not elsewhere classified
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
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Localized Fat Deposits
- Obesity
- Excess Fat in Specific Areas
- Lipodystrophy
- Regional Adiposity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E65: Localized adiposity
What procedures does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Benacquista typically perform?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Benacquista 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. Benacquista. 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:
- Panniculectomy (Lower Abdomen Skin Removal)
- Tummy Tuck
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Excess Skin Removal (Abdomen)
- Infraumbilical Lipectomy
- Tummy Tuck (Panniculectomy)
- Abdominal Skin Excision
- Abdominoplasty
- Belly Fat Removal Surgery
- Excess Skin Removal Abdomen
CPT Codes:
- 15830: Excision, Excessive Skin And Subcutaneous Tissue (Includes Lipectomy); Abdomen, Infraumbilical Panniculectomy
- 15847: Excision, excessive skin and subcutaneous tissue (includes lipectomy), abdomen (eg, abdominoplasty) (includes umbilical transposition and fascial plication) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Tissue Expander to Permanent Implant Exchange
- Breast implant exchange
- Breast reconstruction second stage
- Expander removal and implant placement
- Permanent breast implant surgery
CPT Codes:
- 11970: Replacement of tissue expander with permanent implant
Does Dr. Benacquista accept my insurance?
Dr. Benacquista 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. Benacquista accept in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Benacquista in Bronx, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
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Where is Dr. Benacquista's office located?
What is Dr. Benacquista's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Benacquista's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912080938.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benacquista?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Benacquista
What is Dr. Teresa Benacquista's specialty?
Dr. Benacquista is a Plastic Surgeon near Bronx, 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. Teresa Benacquista affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Benacquista is affiliated with Montefiore Einstein Hospital - Moses Campus 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 Teresa Benacquista accepting new patients in Bronx, NY?
Yes, Dr. Teresa Benacquista is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Teresa Benacquista offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Benacquista's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Teresa Benacquista?
Please contact Dr. Benacquista's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Teresa Benacquista have?
Dr. Teresa Benacquista is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
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