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Who is Dr. Balkin, Plastic Surgeon in Boston, MA?
Dr. Daniel Balkin, MD, PHD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. Dr. Balkin is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Balkin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Balkin’s office at (617) 355-6000.
What languages does Dr. Balkin speak?
Dr. Balkin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Balkin typically treat?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Balkin 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. Balkin. 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:
- Peripheral Vascular Malformation
- Birth Defects
- Blood Vessel Birth Defect
- Vascular Anomaly
- Limb Vascular Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q279: Congenital malformation of peripheral vascular system, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Lump or Swelling
- Head Mass
- Bump on Head
- Head Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R220: Localized swelling, mass and lump, head
Also known as:
- Skin Hemangioma
- Benign Tumor
- Birthmarks
- Strawberry mark
- Vascular birthmark
- Benign vascular tumor
- Capillary hemangioma
ICD-10 Codes:
- D1801: Hemangioma of skin and subcutaneous tissue
Also known as:
- Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
- Skin Condition
- Scar Tissue
- Fibrotic Skin
- Excessive Scarring
ICD-10 Codes:
- L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin
What procedures does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Balkin typically perform?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Balkin 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. Balkin. 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:
- Short Arm Cast Application
- Elbow to Finger Cast
- Forearm Cast
- Arm Immobilization Cast
CPT Codes:
- 29075: Application, cast; elbow to finger (short arm)
Also known as:
- Large Tumor Removal from Face or Scalp
- Face or Scalp Tumor Removal
- Face Tumor Excision
- Scalp Tumor Removal (Deep)
- Soft Tissue Tumor Surgery (Face/Scalp)
- Subfascial Tumor Excision
- Soft tissue tumor excision
- Subcutaneous tumor removal
- Facial lump removal
CPT Codes:
- 21014: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of face and scalp, subfascial (eg, subgaleal, intramuscular); 2 cm or greater
- 21012: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of face or scalp, subcutaneous; 2 cm or greater
Also known as:
- Long Arm Cast Application
- Shoulder to hand cast
- Full arm cast
- Arm fracture cast
CPT Codes:
- 29065: Application, cast; shoulder to hand (long arm)
Also known as:
- Small Soft Tissue Tumor Removal (Face/Scalp)
- Subcutaneous Tumor Excision
- Facial Lump Removal
- Scalp Tumor Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 21011: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of face or scalp, subcutaneous; less than 2 cm
Also known as:
- Benign Facial Lesion Removal (1.1-2.0 cm)
- Facial mole removal
- Eyelid lesion excision
- Lip lesion removal
- Benign growth removal from face
CPT Codes:
- 11442: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
Also known as:
- Facial Wound Repair
- Complex Wound Repair (Face, Neck, Hands, Feet)
- Wounds and Injuries
- Stitches for facial cut
- Intermediate wound closure
- Repair of facial laceration
- Extensive Facial Laceration Repair
- Deep Wound Closure (Sensitive Areas)
- Complex Repair of Hand/Foot Wound
CPT Codes:
- 12051: Repair, intermediate, wounds of face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips and/or mucous membranes; 2.5 cm or less
- 13132: Repair, complex, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
Also known as:
- Benign Lesion Removal (Face/Head)
- Facial Lesion Excision
- Skin Growth Removal
- Benign Tumor Excision
- Head/Neck Lesion Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 11443: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
Also known as:
- Facial Tissue Transfer (Eyelids, Nose, Ears, Lips)
- Local Flap Surgery
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
- Facial Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 14060: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10 sq cm or less
Does Dr. Balkin accept my insurance?
Dr. Balkin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Balkin accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Balkin 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 Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Mass General Brigham
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
The Health Plan of West Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Balkin's office located?
What is Dr. Balkin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Balkin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902249634.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Balkin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Balkin
What is Dr. Daniel Balkin's specialty?
Dr. Balkin is a Plastic Surgeon near Boston, MA.
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 this Dr. Daniel Balkin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Balkin is affiliated with Emerson Health, Concord Hospital – Laconia, Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, Winchester Hospital, Tufts Medical Center 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 Daniel Balkin accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Daniel Balkin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Daniel Balkin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Balkin's office at (617) 355-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Daniel Balkin?
Please contact Dr. Balkin's office at (617) 355-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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