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38 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kumthekar, Surgeon in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Narendra Kumthekar, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified. Dr. Kumthekar graduated from BYRAMJEE JEEJEEBHOY MEDICAL COLLEGE (BJ MED COLL) and completed his residency at Bronx-Lebanon Hosp Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Kumthekar is fluent in English, Hindi, and Marathi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kumthekar’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kumthekar’s office at (718) 692-1120.
Where did Dr. Kumthekar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Bronx-Lebanon Hosp Ctr, General Surgery | Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center Program
Medical School: B.J. Med Coll, Poona University, Pune, Maharashtra, India | BYRAMJEE JEEJEEBHOY MEDICAL COLLEGE (BJ MED COLL)
Is Dr. Kumthekar board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Narendra Kumthekar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Kumthekar speak?
Dr. Kumthekar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Marathi
What conditions does Dr. Kumthekar treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Kumthekar 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. Kumthekar. 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:
- Lump in Left Breast
- Lump in Right Breast
- Breast Disease
- Left breast mass
- Left breast lesion
- Left breast nodule
- Right breast mass
- Right breast lesion
- Right breast nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6320: Unspecified lump in the left breast, unspecified quadrant
- N6310: Unspecified lump in the right breast, unspecified quadrant
Also known as:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammogram
- Breast Exam
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1239: Encounter for other screening for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Breast Pain
- Breast Disease
- Mastalgia
- Tender Breasts
- Sore Breasts
ICD-10 Codes:
- N644: Mastodynia
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
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
What procedures does Dr. Kumthekar perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Kumthekar 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. Kumthekar. 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 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:
- Breast Lump Removal with Marker Guidance
- Image-Guided Breast Lesion Excision
- Wire-Localized Breast Biopsy
- Open Excision of Marked Breast Lesion
- Breast Mass Removal with Marker
CPT Codes:
- 19125: Excision of breast lesion identified by preoperative placement of radiological marker, open; single lesion
Also known as:
- Partial Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Breast conserving surgery
- Quadrantectomy
- Segmentectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
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:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Kumthekar accept my insurance?
Dr. Kumthekar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 692-1120 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kumthekar accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Kumthekar in Brooklyn, 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
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Deutsche Bank
Elderplan
International Brotherhood of Teamsters
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Kumthekar's office located?
Dr. Narendra Kumthekar's Primary Practice
1700 Flatbush Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11210
(718) 692-1120
What is Dr. Kumthekar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kumthekar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598822116.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kumthekar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kumthekar
What is Dr. Narendra Kumthekar's specialty?
Dr. Kumthekar is a Surgeon near Brooklyn, NY. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Kumthekar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Narendra Kumthekar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kumthekar is affiliated with BronxCare Health System 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 Narendra Kumthekar accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Narendra Kumthekar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Narendra Kumthekar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kumthekar's office at (718) 692-1120 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Narendra Kumthekar?
Please contact Dr. Kumthekar's office at (718) 692-1120 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Narendra Kumthekar have?
Dr. Narendra Kumthekar is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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