Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. El-Tamer, Specialist in New York, NY?
Dr. Mahmoud El-Tamer, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He is board certified. Dr. El-Tamer completed his residency at American University of Beirut Medical Center. He is a member of the AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SURGEONS (BROOKLYN AND LONG ISLAND CHAPTER), AMERICAN SOCIETY OF BREAST DISEASE, AMERICAN SOCIETY OF BREAST SURGEONS, ASSOCIATION FOR ACADEMIC SURGERY, ASSOCIATION FOR SURGICAL EDUCATION, BROOKLYN SURGICAL SOCIETY, NEW YORK METROPOLITAN BREAST CANCER GROUP, NEW YORK SURGICAL SOCIETY, and SOCIETY OF SURGICAL ONCOLOGY. Dr. El-Tamer is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. El-Tamer’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. El-Tamer’s office at (646) 888-4753.
WebsiteWhat are Areas of Expertise for Dr. El-Tamer?
Dr. Mahmoud El-Tamer, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Specialist 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. El-Tamer empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Cancer, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York/NY community, Dr. El-Tamer is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. El-Tamer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: American University of Beirut Medical Center | SUNY Downstate Medical Center and Affiliated Hospitals
Is Dr. El-Tamer board certified as a Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Mahmoud El-Tamer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. El-Tamer speak?
Dr. El-Tamer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
French
What conditions does Dr. El-Tamer treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. El-Tamer 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. El-Tamer. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
- 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
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
- C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
What procedures does Dr. El-Tamer perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. El-Tamer 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. El-Tamer. 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 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:
- Lymph Node Biopsy
- Breast Biopsy with Stereotactic Guidance
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Breast Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- Superficial Lymph Node Excision
- Open Lymph Node Biopsy
- Lymph Gland Biopsy
- Stereotactic Breast Biopsy
- Image-Guided Breast Biopsy
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
- Breast Lesion Biopsy
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 38500: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, superficial
- 19081: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including stereotactic guidance
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
Also known as:
- MRI-Guided Breast Biopsy
- Ultrasound-Guided Breast Biopsy
- Breast Biopsy
- Magnetic Resonance Breast Biopsy
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy with MRI
- Breast Lesion Biopsy with Localization
- Percutaneous Breast Biopsy
- Breast Tissue Sample
- Breast Lesion Biopsy with Clip
CPT Codes:
- 19085: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including magnetic resonance guidance
- 19083: Biopsy, breast, with placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet), when performed, and imaging of the biopsy specimen, when performed, percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance
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:
- Skin Flap Surgery (Medium)
- Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
- Local Flap Surgery
- Skin Graft (Adjacent Tissue)
CPT Codes:
- 14301: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; defect 30.1 sq cm to 60.0 sq cm
Also known as:
- Breast Lift
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Mastopexy
- Breast Reshaping Surgery
- Pexy Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 19316: Mastopexy
Also known as:
- Breast Lesion Localization
- Breast clip placement
- Wire localization for breast surgery
- Radioactive seed placement in breast
- Ultrasound-guided breast marker
CPT Codes:
- 19285: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Adjacent Tissue Transfer (Trunk)
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Local Flap Reconstruction
- Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
- Skin Repair Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 14001: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, trunk; defect 10.1 sq cm to 30.0 sq cm
Also known as:
- Modified Radical Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Breast Removal with Lymph Node Dissection
- Breast Cancer Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 19307: Mastectomy, modified radical, including axillary lymph nodes, with or without pectoralis minor muscle, but excluding pectoralis major muscle
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)
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:
- Radioactive Tracer Injection for Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
- Sentinel Node Mapping Injection
- Lymph Node Tracer Injection
- Radioactive Dye for Lymph Nodes
- Sentinel Lymph Node Identification
CPT Codes:
- 38792: Injection procedure; radioactive tracer for identification of sentinel node
Does Dr. El-Tamer accept my insurance?
Dr. El-Tamer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (646) 888-4753 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. El-Tamer accept in New York, NY?
Dr. El-Tamer 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 of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Healthfirst
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. El-Tamer's office located?
Meml Sloan Kettering Canc Ctr
300 E 66th St
New York, NY 10065
(646) 888-4753
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SURGEONS (BROOKLYN AND LONG ISLAND CHAPTER)
Member
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF BREAST DISEASE
Member
AMERICAN SOCIETY OF BREAST SURGEONS
Member
ASSOCIATION FOR ACADEMIC SURGERY
Member
ASSOCIATION FOR SURGICAL EDUCATION
Member
BROOKLYN SURGICAL SOCIETY
Member
NEW YORK METROPOLITAN BREAST CANCER GROUP
Member
NEW YORK SURGICAL SOCIETY
Member
SOCIETY OF SURGICAL ONCOLOGY
Member
Awards
New York Super Doctors
What is Dr. El-Tamer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. El-Tamer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235201856.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. El-Tamer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. El-Tamer
What is Dr. Mahmoud El-Tamer's specialty?
Dr. El-Tamer is a Specialist near New York, NY. Contact Dr. El-Tamer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Mahmoud El-Tamer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. El-Tamer is affiliated with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer 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 Mahmoud El-Tamer accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Mahmoud El-Tamer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mahmoud El-Tamer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. El-Tamer's office at (646) 888-4753 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mahmoud El-Tamer?
Please contact Dr. El-Tamer's office at (646) 888-4753 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mahmoud El-Tamer have?
Dr. Mahmoud El-Tamer is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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