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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kwait, Surgeon in Boston, MA?
Dr. Rebecca Kwait, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kwait is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kwait’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kwait’s office at (603) 775-7405.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kwait?
Dr. Rebecca Kwait, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Kwait empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Cancer, Breast Surgery, Nipple Sparing Mastectomy, Surgical Oncology, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston, MA community, Dr. Kwait is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Kwait speak?
Dr. Kwait and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Kwait typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Kwait 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. Kwait. 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:
- Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- 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:
- C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female 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
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:
- Benign Breast Changes in Right Breast
- Breast Disease
- Non-cancerous right breast changes
- Right breast benign dysplasia
- Right breast fibrocystic changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6091: Unspecified benign mammary dysplasia of right breast
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
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Kwait typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Kwait 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. Kwait. 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:
- 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 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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. Kwait accept my insurance?
Dr. Kwait accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (603) 775-7405 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kwait accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Kwait in Boston, MA 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
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Fallon Health
Medicare
The Health Plan of West Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kwait's office located?
What is Dr. Kwait's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kwait's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750694360.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kwait?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kwait
What is Dr. Rebecca Kwait's specialty?
Dr. Kwait is a Surgeon near Boston, MA.
What does a Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Rebecca Kwait affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kwait is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital 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 Rebecca Kwait accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Rebecca Kwait is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rebecca Kwait offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kwait's office at (603) 775-7405 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rebecca Kwait?
Please contact Dr. Kwait's office at (603) 775-7405 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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