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Dr. Whitney Burrell, MD

Dr. Whitney Burrell, MD

Torrance, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Burrell, Plastic Surgeon in Torrance, CA?

    Dr. Whitney Burrell, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA. Dr. Burrell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Burrell’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Burrell’s office at (310) 784-0644.

    What languages does Dr. Burrell speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Burrell treat?

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

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    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:

    • Breast Reconstruction After Mastectomy
    • Breast Reconstruction
    • Post-mastectomy breast reconstruction
    • Breast implant after mastectomy
    • Rebuilding breast after cancer surgery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z421: Encounter for breast reconstruction following mastectomy

    Also known as:

    • Deformity of Reconstructed Breast
    • Breast Disease
    • Breast Reconstruction
    • Misshapen reconstructed breast
    • Breast implant deformity
    • Abnormal breast reconstruction shape

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N650: Deformity of reconstructed breast

    Also known as:

    • Personal History of Breast Cancer
    • Breast Cancer
    • Past breast cancer
    • Previous mammary malignancy
    • History of breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Scars
    • Hypertrophic Scarring
    • Keloid Scars
    • Scar Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L910: Hypertrophic scar

    Also known as:

    • Radiation-Related Skin Disorder
    • Radiation Exposure
    • Skin Condition
    • Radiation skin problems
    • Subcutaneous radiation effects

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L599: Disorder of the skin and subcutaneous tissue related to radiation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Loss of Left Breast and Nipple
    • Mastectomy
    • Left Mastectomy
    • Left Breast Removal
    • Left Nipple Removal

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9012: Acquired absence of left breast and nipple

    What procedures does Dr. Burrell perform?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Burrell 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. Burrell. 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 Reconstruction Revision
    • Breast Reduction Surgery
    • Breast Lift
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Corrective Breast Reconstruction Surgery
    • Breast Implant Revision
    • Flap Revision for Breast Reconstruction
    • Reduction Mammoplasty
    • Breast Size Reduction
    • Mammoplasty
    • Mastopexy
    • Breast Reshaping Surgery
    • Pexy Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 19380: Revision of reconstructed breast (eg, significant removal of tissue, re-advancement and/or re-inset of flaps in autologous reconstruction or significant capsular revision combined with soft tissue excision in implant-based reconstruction)
    • 19318: Breast reduction
    • 19316: Mastopexy

    Also known as:

    • Autologous Fat Grafting (Body)
    • Additional Fat Transfer (Body, Breasts, Scalp)
    • Fat Transfer
    • Liposuction with Fat Injection
    • Body Fat Graft
    • Autologous Fat Injection
    • Liposuction Fat Grafting
    • Body Fat Transfer

    CPT Codes:

    • 15771: Grafting of autologous fat harvested by liposuction technique to trunk, breasts, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 50 cc or less injectate
    • 15772: Grafting of autologous fat harvested by liposuction technique to trunk, breasts, scalp, arms, and/or legs; each additional 50 cc injectate, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Cosmetic Skin Tattooing
    • Micropigmentation
    • Medical Tattooing
    • Dermal Pigmentation
    • Permanent Makeup

    CPT Codes:

    • 11921: Tattooing, intradermal introduction of insoluble opaque pigments to correct color defects of skin, including micropigmentation; 6.1 to 20.0 sq cm

    Also known as:

    • Corrective Skin Tattooing
    • Medical tattooing
    • Micropigmentation
    • Permanent makeup
    • Cosmetic pigmentation

    CPT Codes:

    • 11922: Tattooing, intradermal introduction of insoluble opaque pigments to correct color defects of skin, including micropigmentation; each additional 20.0 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    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 Implant Capsule Removal
    • Complete Breast Capsulectomy
    • Removal of Breast Implant Scar Tissue
    • Breast Implant Revision (Capsulectomy)

    CPT Codes:

    • 19371: Peri-implant capsulectomy, breast, complete, including removal of all intracapsular contents

    Also known as:

    • Breast Implant Insertion After Mastectomy
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Delayed Breast Reconstruction
    • Breast Implant Placement (Post-Mastectomy)
    • Secondary Breast Augmentation
    • Reconstructive Breast Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 19342: Insertion or replacement of breast implant on separate day from mastectomy

    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. Burrell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Burrell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 784-0644 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Burrell accept in Torrance, CA?

    Dr. Burrell in Torrance, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Burrell's office located?

    Dr. Whitney Burrell's Primary Practice

    3640 Lomita Blvd Ste 306

    Torrance, CA 90505

    (310) 784-0644

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

    Dr. Burrell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912229808.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Burrell?

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

    What is Dr. Whitney Burrell's specialty?

    Dr. Burrell is a Plastic Surgeon near Torrance, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Burrell to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Whitney Burrell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Burrell is affiliated with Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center Torrance 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 Whitney Burrell accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Whitney Burrell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Whitney Burrell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Burrell's office at (310) 784-0644 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Whitney Burrell?

    Please contact Dr. Burrell's office at (310) 784-0644 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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