Dr. Brian Lee, MD

Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Ophthalmologist

Ellicott City, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Lee, Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in Ellicott City, MD?

Dr. Brian Lee, MD is an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, who primarily practices in Ellicott City, MD with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Lee is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lee’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lee’s office.

Castle Connolly Top Doctor

Castle Connolly Top Doctors are doctor-nominated and selected by a physician-led research team.

What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Lee?

Dr. Brian Lee, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive 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. Lee empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Eyelid Surgery/Blepharoplasty, Oculofacial Plastic Surgery, Orbital Surgery, Tear Duct Problems, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Ellicott City, MD community, Dr. Lee is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

Where did Dr. Lee go to medical school and complete their residency?

Medical School: Perelman School of Medicine University of Pennsylvania

What languages does Dr. Lee speak?

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

English

What conditions does an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon like Dr. Lee typically treat?

As an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Lee 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. Lee. 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:

Baggy Eyelids
Droopy Eyelid
Eyelid Disorder
Droopy eyelids
Excess eyelid skin
Dermatochalasis
Ptosis
Eyelid Droop
Falling Eyelid
Muscle-Related Eyelid Droop

ICD-10 Codes:

H02831: Dermatochalasis of right upper eyelid
H02423: Myogenic ptosis of bilateral eyelids

Also known as:

Excessive Tearing
Tears
Watery eyes
Epiphora
Tearing eyes

ICD-10 Codes:

H04213: Epiphora due to excess lacrimation, bilateral lacrimal glands

Also known as:

Eyelid Cyst
Eyelid Disorder
Eyelid Lump
Eyelid Growth

ICD-10 Codes:

H02821: Cysts of right upper eyelid

What procedures does an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon like Dr. Lee typically perform?

As an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Lee 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. Lee. 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:

CPT Codes:

67840: Excision of lesion of eyelid (except chalazion) without closure or with simple direct closure
15823: Blepharoplasty, upper eyelid; with excessive skin weighting down lid
67908: Repair of blepharoptosis; conjunctivo-tarso-Muller's muscle-levator resection (eg, Fasanella-Servat type)
67917: Repair of ectropion; extensive (eg, tarsal strip operations)

Also known as:

Tear Duct Probing with Stent Placement
Nasolacrimal Duct Probing with Stent
Tear Duct Stent Insertion
Blocked Tear Duct Repair
Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) Stent

CPT Codes:

68815: Probing of nasolacrimal duct, with or without irrigation; with insertion of tube or stent

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

Also known as:

Midface Flap Reconstruction
Zygomaticofacial Flap
Cheek Flap Surgery
Midface Tissue Transfer

CPT Codes:

15730: Midface flap (ie, zygomaticofacial flap) with preservation of vascular pedicle(s)

Also known as:

Surgical Preparation for Skin Graft (Infants/Children)
Surgery
Wound Debridement for Graft
Burn Scar Release Surgery
Recipient Site Preparation for Skin Repair

CPT Codes:

15004: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet and/or multiple digits; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children

Does Dr. Lee accept my insurance?

Dr. Lee 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. Lee accept in Ellicott City, MD?

Dr. Lee in Ellicott City, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Humana
Johns Hopkins Health System
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Lee's office located?

250 Md Oculoplstc Surg

3290 North Ridge Rd Ste 250

Ellicott City, MD 21043

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Dr. Brian Lee's Practice 2

2925 Lord Baltimore Dr Ste 300

Baltimore, MD 21244

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What hospitals are Dr. Lee affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Lee has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

University Of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center,Towson, MD

Ranked in 2 Specialties

Ranked in 5 Procedures

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

Dr. Lee's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730376583.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lee?

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

What is Dr. Brian Lee's specialty?

Dr. Lee is an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon near Ellicott City, MD.

What does an Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon do?

A physician specializing in oculofacial plastic and reconstructive surgery combines orbital and periocular surgery with facial plastic surgery. This subspecialty involves both aesthetic and reconstructive procedures for the face, orbit, eyelid, and lacrimal system. Practitioners evaluate, diagnose, and treat conditions affecting the eyelids, brows, midface, orbits, lacrimal systems, and the surrounding structures of the face and neck.

Is Dr. Brian Lee affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Lee is affiliated with University Of Maryland St. Joseph 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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