Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Apostolides, Plastic Surgeon in San Diego, CA?
Dr. John Apostolides, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. He is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Apostolides is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Apostolides’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Apostolides’s office at (619) 222-3339.
Where did Dr. Apostolides go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Maryland At Baltimore / Professional Schools
Is Dr. Apostolides board certified in Plastic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. John Apostolides, MD is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Apostolides speak?
Dr. Apostolides and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Apostolides treat?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Apostolides 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. Apostolides. 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:
- Lost both breasts (double mastectomy)
- Lost right breast (mastectomy)
- Mastectomy
- Double mastectomy
- Bilateral breast removal
- Absence of both breasts
- Right mastectomy
- Right breast removal
- Absence of right breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9013: Acquired absence of bilateral breasts and nipples
- Z9011: Acquired absence of right breast and nipple
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
Also known as:
- Breast Enlargement
- Breast Disease
- Breast hypertrophy
- Macromastia
- Gigantomastia
ICD-10 Codes:
- N62: Hypertrophy of 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
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:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
What procedures does Dr. Apostolides perform?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Apostolides 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. Apostolides. 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:
- Skin Flap Surgery (Medium)
- Adjacent Tissue Transfer (Additional Area)
- Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
- Local Flap Surgery
- Skin Graft (Adjacent Tissue)
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Tissue Rearrangement
- Local Flap Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 14301: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; defect 30.1 sq cm to 60.0 sq cm
- 14302: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; each additional 30.0 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Breast Implant Insertion After Mastectomy
- Breast Tissue Expander Placement
- Immediate Breast Implant After Mastectomy
- Tissue Expander to Permanent Implant Exchange
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Breast Reconstruction
- Delayed Breast Reconstruction
- Breast Implant Placement (Post-Mastectomy)
- Secondary Breast Augmentation
- Reconstructive Breast Surgery
- Breast Reconstruction with Expanders
- Tissue Expander Surgery (Breast)
- Breast Implant Preparation
- Same-day breast implant
- Mastectomy with immediate implant
- Breast implant during mastectomy
- Immediate breast reconstruction
- Breast implant exchange
- Breast reconstruction second stage
- Expander removal and implant placement
- Permanent breast implant surgery
CPT Codes:
- 19342: Insertion or replacement of breast implant on separate day from mastectomy
- 19357: Tissue expander placement in breast reconstruction, including subsequent expansion(s)
- 19340: Insertion of breast implant on same day of mastectomy (ie, immediate)
- 11970: Replacement of tissue expander with permanent implant
Also known as:
- Breast Lift
- Breast Reduction Surgery
- Breast Reconstruction Revision
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Mastopexy
- Breast Reshaping Surgery
- Pexy Surgery
- Reduction Mammoplasty
- Breast Size Reduction
- Mammoplasty
- Corrective Breast Reconstruction Surgery
- Breast Implant Revision
- Flap Revision for Breast Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 19316: Mastopexy
- 19318: Breast reduction
- 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)
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Injection to Test Blood Flow in Skin Graft
- Flap or Graft Blood Flow Test
- Fluorescein Injection for Vascularity
- Vascular Flow Assessment
CPT Codes:
- 15860: Intravenous injection of agent (eg, fluorescein) to test vascular flow in flap or graft
Also known as:
- Breast Implant Removal
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Explant Surgery
- Breast Augmentation Removal
- Silicone Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 19328: Removal of intact breast implant
Also known as:
- Shoulder or Upper Arm Muscle Transfer
- Arm Muscle Transplant
- Shoulder Muscle Reconstruction
- Muscle Relocation Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 23395: Muscle transfer, any type, shoulder or upper arm; single
Also known as:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Does Dr. Apostolides accept my insurance?
Dr. Apostolides accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 222-3339 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Apostolides accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Apostolides in San Diego, 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
Blue Shield of California
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Department of Defense / Tricare
Hackensack Meridian Health
Medicare
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Scripps Health
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Apostolides' office located?
Dr. John Apostolides' Primary Practice
1322 Scott St Ste 102
San Diego, CA 92106
(619) 222-3339
What is Dr. Apostolides's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Apostolides's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659427912.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Apostolides?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Apostolides
What is Dr. John Apostolides's specialty?
Dr. Apostolides is a Plastic Surgeon near San Diego, 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. Apostolides to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. John Apostolides affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Apostolides is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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 John Apostolides accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. John Apostolides is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Apostolides offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Apostolides's office at (619) 222-3339 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Apostolides?
Please contact Dr. Apostolides's office at (619) 222-3339 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Apostolides have?
Dr. John Apostolides is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
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