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Who is Dr. Youdelman, Thoracic Surgeon in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Benjamin Youdelman, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Youdelman completed his residency at New York Medical College. Dr. Youdelman is fluent in English, Afrikaans, Albanian, Arabic, and Armenian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Youdelman’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Youdelman’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Youdelman?
Dr. Benjamin Youdelman, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Thoracic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Youdelman empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Aneurysm-Thoracic Aortic, Aortic Surgery, Heart Valve Surgery-Aortic, Heart Valve Surgery-Mitral, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Brooklyn/NY community, Dr. Youdelman is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Youdelman go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: New York Medical College
Is Dr. Youdelman board certified as a Thoracic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Youdelman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Thoracic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Youdelman speak?
Dr. Youdelman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Afrikaans
Albanian
Arabic
Armenian
English
What conditions does Dr. Youdelman treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Youdelman 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. Youdelman. 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:
- Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Descending Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Arch Aneurysm
- Aortic Dissection
- Bulging Ascending Aorta
- Weakened Ascending Aorta
- Ascending Aorta Dilation
- Aorta Bulge
- Enlarged Aorta
- Aorta Widening
- Bulging Descending Thoracic Aorta
- Weakened Descending Thoracic Aorta
- Descending Thoracic Aorta Dilation
- Bulging Aortic Arch
- Weakened Aortic Arch
- Aortic Arch Dilation
- Torn Aorta
- Aortic Tear
- Dissecting Aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture
- I719: Aortic aneurysm of unspecified site, without rupture
- I7123: Aneurysm of the descending thoracic aorta, without rupture
- I7122: Aneurysm of the aortic arch, without rupture
- I71019: Dissection of thoracic aorta, unspecified
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Thoracic Aortic Widening
- Dilated Thoracic Aorta
- Thoracic Aortic Dilation
- Enlarged Chest Aorta
ICD-10 Codes:
- I77810: Thoracic aortic ectasia
Also known as:
- Descending Thoracic Aortic Dissection
- Ascending Aortic Dissection
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Torn Descending Thoracic Aorta
- Descending Thoracic Aortic Tear
- Dissecting Descending Thoracic Aorta
- Torn Ascending Aorta
- Ascending Aortic Tear
- Dissecting Ascending Aorta
ICD-10 Codes:
- I71012: Dissection of descending thoracic aorta
- I71010: Dissection of ascending aorta
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Leaky aortic valve
- Aortic regurgitation
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Aortic Dissection
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Familial thoracic aortic aneurysm and dissection
- Torn aorta
- Aorta tear
- Dissecting aneurysm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7100: Dissection of unspecified site of aorta
Also known as:
- Fluid Around the Heart
- Pericardial Disorder
- Pericardial Effusion
- Fluid in Pericardium
ICD-10 Codes:
- I3139: Other pericardial effusion (noninflammatory)
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
What procedures does Dr. Youdelman perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Youdelman 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. Youdelman. 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:
- Left Atrial Appendage Closure
- Left Atrial Appendage Closure (Open Heart)
- LAA Exclusion
- Thoracoscopic LAA Closure
- Atrial Appendage Ligation
- LAA Exclusion Surgery
- Left Atrial Appendage Ligation
- Open Heart LAA Closure
CPT Codes:
- 33269: Exclusion of left atrial appendage, thoracoscopic, any method (eg, excision, isolation via stapling, oversewing, ligation, plication, clip)
- 33268: Exclusion of left atrial appendage, open, performed at the time of other sternotomy or thoracotomy procedure(s), any method (eg, excision, isolation via stapling, oversewing, ligation, plication, clip) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- Heart bypass surgery
- CABG surgery
- Arterial bypass graft
CPT Codes:
- 33533: Coronary artery bypass, using arterial graft(s); single arterial graft
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) with 2 Vein Grafts
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG surgery
- Heart bypass with vein grafts
- Coronary revascularization
- Heart Bypass Surgery
- CABG Surgery
- Open Heart Bypass
CPT Codes:
- 33518: Coronary artery bypass, using venous graft(s) and arterial graft(s); 2 venous grafts (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 33517: Coronary artery bypass, using venous graft(s) and arterial graft(s); single vein graft (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Endoscopic Vein Harvest for Bypass
- Endoscopy
- Video-Assisted Vein Harvest
- Minimally Invasive Vein Removal
- Endoscopic Saphenous Vein Harvest
- Vein Harvesting for CABG
CPT Codes:
- 33508: Endoscopy, surgical, including video-assisted harvest of vein(s) for coronary artery bypass procedure (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Aortic Root and Ascending Aorta Replacement (Bentall Procedure)
- Bentall Procedure
- Aortic Valve and Aorta Replacement
- Ascending Aortic Graft
- Aortic Root Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 33863: Ascending aorta graft, with cardiopulmonary bypass, with aortic root replacement using valved conduit and coronary reconstruction (eg, Bentall)
Also known as:
- Ascending Aorta Graft for Aneurysm
- Aortic Aneurysm Repair Surgery
- Ascending Aorta Replacement
- Heart Bypass for Aorta
- Aortic Valve Suspension
CPT Codes:
- 33859: Ascending aorta graft, with cardiopulmonary bypass, includes valve suspension, when performed; for aortic disease other than dissection (eg, aneurysm)
Also known as:
- Open Aortic Valve Replacement (Prosthetic Valve)
- Surgical Aortic Valve Replacement
- Open Heart Aortic Valve Surgery
- Prosthetic Aortic Valve Implantation
CPT Codes:
- 33405: Replacement, aortic valve, open, with cardiopulmonary bypass; with prosthetic valve other than homograft or stentless valve
Also known as:
- Endovascular Thoracic Aorta Repair
- Thoracic Aortic Aneurysm Repair
- TEVAR (Thoracic Endovascular Aortic Repair)
- Descending Aorta Stent Graft
CPT Codes:
- 33881: Endovascular repair of descending thoracic aorta (eg, aneurysm, pseudoaneurysm, dissection, penetrating ulcer, intramural hematoma, or traumatic disruption); not involving coverage of left subclavian artery origin, initial endoprosthesis plus descending thoracic aortic extension(s), if required, to level of celiac artery origin
Does Dr. Youdelman accept my insurance?
Dr. Youdelman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Youdelman accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Youdelman in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Youdelman's office located?
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Benjamin Youdelman?
Dr. Youdelman has appointments available at his Brooklyn, NY office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Youdelman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Youdelman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023216660.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Youdelman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Youdelman
What is Dr. Benjamin Youdelman's specialty?
Dr. Youdelman is a Thoracic Surgeon near Brooklyn, NY. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Youdelman to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Youdelman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Youdelman is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Maimonides Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Benjamin Youdelman accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Youdelman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Youdelman offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Youdelman, or contact the office for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Youdelman?
Please contact Dr. Youdelman's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Youdelman have?
Dr. Benjamin Youdelman is certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
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