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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Koesters, Plastic Surgeon in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Emma Koesters, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Koesters is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Koesters’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Koesters’s office at (404) 460-1714.
What languages does Dr. Koesters speak?
Dr. Koesters and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Koesters typically treat?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Koesters 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. Koesters. 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 Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female 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:
- Lymphedema
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Skin Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Dermatologic surgery recovery
- Skin graft aftercare
- Subcutaneous tissue post-op care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48817: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the skin and subcutaneous tissue
What procedures does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Koesters typically perform?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Koesters 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. Koesters. 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:
- 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 Tissue Expander Placement
- Breast Reconstruction
- Breast Reconstruction with Expanders
- Tissue Expander Surgery (Breast)
- Breast Implant Preparation
CPT Codes:
- 19357: Tissue expander placement in breast reconstruction, including subsequent expansion(s)
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
Does Dr. Koesters accept my insurance?
Dr. Koesters accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 460-1714 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Koesters accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Koesters in Los Angeles, 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
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
GEMCare
Kern Health Systems
Managed Care of America
OptumRx Administered Payer
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Koesters' office located?
Dr. Emma Koesters' Primary Practice
1516 San Pablo St Ste L3100
Los Angeles, CA 90033
(404) 460-1714
What is Dr. Koesters's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Koesters's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295197796.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Koesters?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Koesters
What is Dr. Emma Koesters's specialty?
Dr. Koesters is a Plastic Surgeon near Los Angeles, CA.
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. Emma Koesters affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Koesters is affiliated with Los Angeles General 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
When to see a Plastic Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Emma Koesters accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Emma Koesters is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Emma Koesters offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Koesters's office at (404) 460-1714 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Emma Koesters?
Please contact Dr. Koesters's office at (404) 460-1714 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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