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Dr. James Motlagh, MD

Dr. James Motlagh, MD

Plattsburgh, NY

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Motlagh, Plastic Surgeon in Plattsburgh, NY?

    Dr. James Motlagh, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Plattsburgh, NY. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Motlagh completed his residency at St Barnabas Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Motlagh is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Motlagh’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Motlagh’s office at (903) 877-7777.

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

    • Fellowship: MAYO CLINIC

    • Residency: St Barnabas Med Ctr, General Surgery | Saint Barnabas Medical Center | Saint Barnabas Med Center | University North Carolina - Chapel Hill

    • Medical School: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj

    Is Dr. Motlagh board certified as a Plastic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. James Motlagh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Motlagh speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Motlagh 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. Motlagh. 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:

    • Bone, Soft Tissue, or Skin Growth of Unknown Type
    • Bone Disease
    • Skin Condition
    • Bone tumor of unknown nature
    • Skin lesion of unknown type
    • Soft tissue mass of unknown behavior

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D492: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of bone, soft tissue, and skin

    Also known as:

    • Suture Removal
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Stitch removal
    • Taking out stitches
    • Post-surgery suture care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4802: Encounter for removal of sutures

    Also known as:

    • Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
    • Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
    • Rodent Ulcer
    • BCC
    • Basal Cell Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C44319: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N62: Hypertrophy of breast

    Also known as:

    • Early Skin Cancer of the Face
    • Skin Cancer
    • Carcinoma in situ of facial skin
    • Precancerous skin cells on face
    • Non-invasive skin cancer of face
    • Stage 0 skin cancer of face

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D0439: Carcinoma in situ of skin of other parts of face

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

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Motlagh 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. Motlagh. 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:

    • Skin Flap Surgery
    • Tissue Transfer
    • Local Flap Reconstruction
    • Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement

    CPT Codes:

    • 14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
    • Intermediate Face/Head Wound Repair (2.6-5.0 cm)
    • 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

    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

    Also known as:

    • Small Skin Flap Surgery (Scalp, Arms, or Legs)
    • Adjacent Tissue Transfer
    • Local Flap Surgery
    • Skin Rearrangement Procedure
    • Small Defect Skin Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 14020: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, scalp, arms and/or legs; defect 10 sq cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Skin Flap Surgery (Trunk)
    • Adjacent tissue transfer
    • Local flap surgery
    • Skin rearrangement

    CPT Codes:

    • 14000: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, trunk; defect 10 sq cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Skin Cancer Removal (Face, Ears, Eyelids, Nose, Lips)
    • Malignant Lesion Excision
    • Facial Skin Cancer Surgery
    • Lip Cancer Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11642: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Facial Tissue Transfer (Eyelids, Nose, Ears, Lips)
    • Local Flap Surgery
    • Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
    • Facial Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 14060: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10 sq cm or less

    Does Dr. Motlagh accept my insurance?

    Dr. Motlagh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (903) 877-7777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Motlagh accept in Plattsburgh, NY?

    Dr. Motlagh in Plattsburgh, NY 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Lifetime Healthcare

    • Martin's Point Health Care

    • Medicare

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Motlagh's office located?

    Dr. James Motlagh's Primary Practice

    75 Beekman St

    Plattsburgh, NY 12901

    (903) 877-7777

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

    Dr. Motlagh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649344805.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Motlagh?

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

    What is Dr. James Motlagh's specialty?

    Dr. Motlagh is a Plastic Surgeon near Plattsburgh, 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. James Motlagh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Motlagh is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital, Alice Hyde Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Plastic Surgeon. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is James Motlagh accepting new patients in Plattsburgh, NY?

    Yes, Dr. James Motlagh is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Motlagh offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Motlagh's office at (903) 877-7777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with James Motlagh?

    Please contact Dr. Motlagh's office at (903) 877-7777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Motlagh have?

    Dr. James Motlagh is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.

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