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Who is Dr. Farmer, Plastic Surgeon in Kansas City, KS?
Dr. Rebecca Farmer, MD, PHD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Kansas City, KS with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Farmer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Farmer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Farmer’s office at (734) 693-3181.
What languages does Dr. Farmer speak?
Dr. Farmer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Farmer typically treat?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Farmer 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. Farmer. 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 Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Transgender Identity
- Gender Dysphoria
- Transsexual Identity
- Gender Transition
ICD-10 Codes:
- F640: Transsexualism
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
What procedures does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Farmer typically perform?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Farmer 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. Farmer. 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:
- Large Benign Skin Lesion Removal
- Benign Skin Growth Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
- Large Skin Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11406: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm
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:
- Simple Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Complete Mastectomy
- Breast Removal Surgery
- Total Mastectomy
- Unilateral Mastectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19303: Mastectomy, simple, complete
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:
- 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:
- 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. Farmer accept my insurance?
Dr. Farmer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (734) 693-3181 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Farmer accept in Kansas City, KS?
Dr. Farmer in Kansas City, KS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Bankers
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Farmer's office located?
Dr. Rebecca Farmer's Primary Practice
4000 Cambridge St
Kansas City, KS 66160
(734) 693-3181
What is Dr. Farmer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Farmer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922427939.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Farmer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Farmer
What is Dr. Rebecca Farmer's specialty?
Dr. Farmer is a Plastic Surgeon near Kansas City, KS.
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. Rebecca Farmer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Farmer is affiliated with The University Of Kansas 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 Farmer accepting new patients in Kansas City, KS?
Yes, Dr. Rebecca Farmer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rebecca Farmer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Farmer's office at (734) 693-3181 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rebecca Farmer?
Please contact Dr. Farmer's office at (734) 693-3181 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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