Dr. Leslie Cohen

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Cohen, Plastic Surgeon in New York, NY?

Leslie is originally from Long Island, New York. She graduated as a Presidential Scholar from Stanford University in 2006 and went on to obtain her medical degree from Mount Sinai Medical School in 2010. She then completed her residency in plastic and reconstructive surgery in 2016 at Weill Cornell/Columbia University, New York Presbyterian Hospital where she was awarded the Dicran Goulian Award for Academic Excellence in Plastic Surgery. She went on to complete a fellowship in microsurgery for reconstruction of oncologic and traumatic defects at NYU Langone Medical Center and at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.Her clinical expertise is in microsurgical perforator flaps (DIEP flap, SGAP/IGAP flap, PAP flap) and implant-based reconstruction after breast cancer as well as complex reconstruction for adults and children who have defects after surgery of the head and neck, abdominal wall, spine, pelvis and extremities. She also offers aesthetic surgery for the face and body with the goal to enhance appearance with a natural un-operated look using the most advanced surgical techniques available.She currently serves as Co-Director of Breast Reconstruction at Weill Cornell as well as associate program director of the plastic surgery residency program.In her free time she enjoys live music, cooking, hiking and spending time with her husband and two children. Leslie has a passion for providing medical care to various regions. She has participated in numerous surgical missions for reconstructive plastic surgery across the world including Angkor Children?s Hospital in Cambodia, El Salvador and rural Belize.For related news about Dr. Leslie Cohen:?Thanks to Dr. Cohen, Khelani Cain's first year of life has been nothing short of miraculous, read the full story?here.?With the help of Dr. Cohen, Joelle Obsatz, the owner of Butterfield Market is cancer-free today. Read the full story here.

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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Cohen?

Dr. Leslie Cohen is a highly-rated, board-certified Plastic 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. Cohen empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Reconstruction, Cancer Reconstruction, Gender Affirmation Surgery, Transgender Sexual Reassignment Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Cohen is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

What languages does Dr. Cohen speak?

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

English
Spanish

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

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

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:

Other Surgical Aftercare
After Surgery
General post-operative care
Unspecified surgical recovery
Surgical follow-up

ICD-10 Codes:

Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare

Also known as:

Breast Enlargement
Breast Disease
Breast hypertrophy
Macromastia
Gigantomastia

ICD-10 Codes:

N62: Hypertrophy of breast

Also known as:

Breast Cancer
Mammary cancer
Breast carcinoma
Breast tumor

ICD-10 Codes:

C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast

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

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

Breast Tissue Expander Placement
Tissue Expander to Permanent Implant Exchange
Breast Reconstruction
Breast Reconstruction with Expanders
Tissue Expander Surgery (Breast)
Breast Implant Preparation
Breast implant exchange
Breast reconstruction second stage
Expander removal and implant placement
Permanent breast implant surgery

CPT Codes:

19357: Tissue expander placement in breast reconstruction, including subsequent expansion(s)
11970: Replacement of tissue expander with permanent implant

Also known as:

Breast Implant Capsule Revision
Breast Reconstruction Revision
Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
Capsulectomy (Breast Implant)
Capsulotomy (Breast Implant)
Breast Implant Scar Tissue Removal
Corrective Breast Reconstruction Surgery
Breast Implant Revision
Flap Revision for Breast Reconstruction

CPT Codes:

19370: Revision of peri-implant capsule, breast, including capsulotomy, capsulorrhaphy, and/or partial capsulectomy
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:

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

Also known as:

Internal Mammary Lymph Node Biopsy
Biopsy
Chest lymph node biopsy
Open lymph node excision
Internal mammary node removal

CPT Codes:

38530: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, internal mammary node(s)

Also known as:

Partial Rib Removal
Rib Excision
Rib Resection
Part of Rib Removed

CPT Codes:

21600: Excision of rib, partial

Does Dr. Cohen accept my insurance?

Dr. Cohen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Cohen accept in New York, NY?

Dr. Cohen in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Cohen's office located?

Weill Cornell Medicine

525 East 68th Street

Starr 8

New York, NY 10065

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What hospitals are Dr. Cohen affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Cohen has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Newyork-Presbyterian Hospital/weill Cornell Medical Center,New York, NY

Ranked in 3 Specialties

Ranked in 6 Procedures

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

Dr. Cohen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457676488.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cohen?

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

What is Dr. Leslie Cohen's specialty?

Dr. Cohen is a Plastic Surgeon near New York, 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 Dr. Leslie Cohen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Cohen is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian Hospital/weill Cornell Medical Center 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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