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Dr. Edward Lee, MD

Newark, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lee, Plastic Surgeon in Newark, NJ?

    Dr. Edward Lee, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Newark, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lee is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lee’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. Lee’s office at (973) 972-5377.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Lee?

    Dr. Edward Lee, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Plastic 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. Lee empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Abdominal Wall Reconstruction, Abdominoplasty, Body Contouring after Weight Loss, Breast Cosmetic Surgery, Breast Reconstruction & Augmentation, Cosmetic Surgery, Head & Neck Reconstruction, Reconstructive Surgery, Skin Cancer, Wound Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Newark/NJ 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?

      What languages does Dr. Lee speak?

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

      • Chinese

      • English

      What conditions does Dr. Lee treat?

      As a Plastic 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.

      Also known as:

      • Breast Enlargement
      • Breast Disease
      • Breast hypertrophy
      • Macromastia
      • Gigantomastia

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • N62: Hypertrophy of breast

      Also known as:

      • Deformity of Reconstructed Breast
      • Breast Disease
      • Breast Reconstruction
      • Misshapen reconstructed breast
      • Breast implant deformity
      • Abnormal breast reconstruction shape

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • N650: Deformity of reconstructed breast

      Also known as:

      • Panniculitis
      • Connective Tissue Disorder
      • Fat layer inflammation
      • Subcutaneous fat disorder
      • Skin nodule inflammation

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • M793: Panniculitis, unspecified

      Also known as:

      • Personal History of Breast Cancer
      • Breast Cancer
      • Past breast cancer
      • Previous mammary malignancy
      • History of breast tumor

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast

      Also known as:

      • Incisional Hernia
      • Hernia
      • Post-surgical Hernia
      • Surgical Incision Hernia
      • Scar Hernia

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene

      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:

      • Breast Cancer
      • Mammary cancer
      • Breast carcinoma
      • Breast tumor

      ICD-10 Codes:

      • C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast

      What procedures does Dr. Lee perform?

      As a Plastic 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.

      Also known as:

      • Skin Flap Surgery (Medium)
      • Adjacent Tissue Transfer (Additional Area)
      • Panniculectomy (Lower Abdomen Skin Removal)
      • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
      • Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
      • Local Flap Surgery
      • Skin Graft (Adjacent Tissue)
      • Skin Flap Surgery
      • Tissue Rearrangement
      • Local Flap Reconstruction
      • Excess Skin Removal (Abdomen)
      • Infraumbilical Lipectomy
      • Tummy Tuck (Panniculectomy)
      • Abdominal Skin Excision

      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)
      • 15830: Excision, Excessive Skin And Subcutaneous Tissue (Includes Lipectomy); Abdomen, Infraumbilical Panniculectomy

      Also known as:

      • Breast Reconstruction Revision
      • Breast Reduction Surgery
      • Breast Lift
      • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
      • Corrective Breast Reconstruction Surgery
      • Breast Implant Revision
      • Flap Revision for Breast Reconstruction
      • Reduction Mammoplasty
      • Breast Size Reduction
      • Mammoplasty
      • Mastopexy
      • Breast Reshaping Surgery
      • Pexy Surgery

      CPT Codes:

      • 19380: Revision of reconstructed breast (eg, significant removal of tissue, re-advancement and/or re-inset of flaps in autologous reconstruction or significant capsular revision combined with soft tissue excision in implant-based reconstruction)
      • 19318: Breast reduction
      • 19316: Mastopexy

      Also known as:

      • Wound or Burn Site Preparation for Graft
      • Surgery
      • Surgical Wound Debridement
      • Burn Eschar Excision
      • Scar Contracture Release
      • Recipient Site Preparation

      CPT Codes:

      • 15002: 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, trunk, arms, legs; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children

      Also known as:

      • Split-Thickness Skin Graft (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
      • Split-Thickness Skin Graft (Additional Area)
      • Split-Thickness Skin Graft (Face, Hands, Feet)
      • Skin Substitute Graft (Small Area)
      • Autologous Skin Graft
      • Partial Thickness Skin Graft
      • Skin Transplant
      • Autograft Skin Transplant
      • Skin Grafting for Large Areas
      • Facial Skin Graft
      • Artificial Skin Graft
      • Wound Covering Application
      • Skin Replacement Surgery

      CPT Codes:

      • 15100: Split-Thickness Autograft, Trunk, Arms, Legs; First 100 Sq Cm Or Less, Or 1% Of Body Area Of Infants And Children (Except 15050)
      • 15101: Split-Thickness Autograft, Trunk, Arms, Legs; Each Additional 100 Sq Cm, Or Each Additional 1% Of Body Area Of Infants And Children, Or Part Thereof (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)
      • 15120: Split-Thickness Autograft, Face, Scalp, Eyelids, Mouth, Neck, Ears, Orbits, Genitalia, Hands, Feet, And/Or Multiple Digits; First 100 Sq Cm Or Less, Or 1% Of Body Area Of Infants And Children (Except 15050)
      • 15275: Application of skin substitute graft to face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet, and/or multiple digits, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area

      Also known as:

      • Muscle or Skin Flap Surgery (Trunk)
      • Lower Leg Muscle Flap Surgery
      • Myocutaneous Flap (Body)
      • Fasciocutaneous Flap (Trunk)
      • Tissue Flap Reconstruction (Torso)
      • Lower Extremity Flap Reconstruction
      • Myocutaneous Flap Surgery
      • Fasciocutaneous Flap Surgery
      • Leg Tissue Transfer

      CPT Codes:

      • 15734: Muscle, myocutaneous, or fasciocutaneous flap; trunk
      • 15738: Muscle, myocutaneous, or fasciocutaneous flap; lower extremity

      Also known as:

      • Deep Wound Cleaning
      • Muscle Debridement
      • Fascia Debridement
      • Surgical Wound Debridement
      • Tissue Removal for Wound Healing
      • Muscle Cleaning Procedure
      • Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)

      CPT Codes:

      • 11046: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
      • 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less

      Also known as:

      • Surgical Preparation for Skin Graft (Additional Area)
      • Surgery
      • Wound Bed Preparation
      • Burn Eschar Excision
      • Scar Contracture Release
      • Recipient Site Creation

      CPT Codes:

      • 15003: 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, trunk, arms, legs; each additional 100 sq cm, or part thereof, or each additional 1% of body area of infants and children (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

      Also known as:

      • Tissue Expander to Permanent Implant Exchange
      • Nipple and Areola Reconstruction
      • Breast Tissue Expander Placement
      • Breast Reconstruction
      • Breast implant exchange
      • Breast reconstruction second stage
      • Expander removal and implant placement
      • Permanent breast implant surgery
      • Nipple Reconstruction
      • Areola Reconstruction
      • Breast Nipple Surgery
      • Post-Mastectomy Nipple Creation
      • Breast Reconstruction with Expanders
      • Tissue Expander Surgery (Breast)
      • Breast Implant Preparation

      CPT Codes:

      • 11970: Replacement of tissue expander with permanent implant
      • 19350: Nipple/areola reconstruction
      • 19357: Tissue expander placement in breast reconstruction, including subsequent expansion(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

      Also known as:

      • Autologous Fat Grafting (Body)
      • Additional Fat Transfer (Body, Breasts, Scalp)
      • Fat Transfer
      • Liposuction with Fat Injection
      • Body Fat Graft
      • Autologous Fat Injection
      • Liposuction Fat Grafting
      • Body Fat Transfer

      CPT Codes:

      • 15771: Grafting of autologous fat harvested by liposuction technique to trunk, breasts, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 50 cc or less injectate
      • 15772: Grafting of autologous fat harvested by liposuction technique to trunk, breasts, scalp, arms, and/or legs; each additional 50 cc injectate, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

      Also known as:

      • Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
      • Bone Debridement
      • Bone Wound Cleaning
      • Surgical Bone Debridement
      • Dead Bone Removal
      • Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement
      • Bone Cleaning Surgery
      • Surgical Debridement of Bone

      CPT Codes:

      • 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
      • 11047: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

      Also known as:

      • Skin Flap Surgery
      • Tissue Transfer
      • Local Flap Reconstruction
      • Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement

      CPT Codes:

      • 14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less

      Also known as:

      • Simple Mastectomy
      • Mastectomy
      • Complete Mastectomy
      • Breast Removal Surgery
      • Total Mastectomy
      • Unilateral Mastectomy

      CPT Codes:

      • 19303: Mastectomy, simple, complete

      Also known as:

      • Biologic Implant for Soft Tissue Reinforcement
      • Acellular Dermal Matrix Implant
      • Breast Reinforcement Implant
      • Trunk Soft Tissue Repair
      • Tissue Scaffold Implant

      CPT Codes:

      • 15777: Implantation of biologic implant (eg, acellular dermal matrix) for soft tissue reinforcement (ie, breast, trunk) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

      Also known as:

      • Emergency Breathing Tube Insertion
      • Emergency intubation
      • Endotracheal tube placement
      • Airway management (emergency)

      CPT Codes:

      • 31500: Intubation, endotracheal, emergency procedure

      Also known as:

      • Large Recurrent Abdominal Hernia Repair
      • Recurrent Ventral Hernia Repair
      • Repeat Abdominal Hernia Surgery
      • Large Incisional Hernia Repair
      • Reducible Hernia Repair with Mesh

      CPT Codes:

      • 49617: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), recurrent, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); greater than 10 cm, reducible

      Does Dr. Lee accept my insurance?

      Dr. Lee accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 972-5377 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

      What insurance plans does Dr. Lee accept in Newark, NJ?

      Dr. Lee in Newark, NJ 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

      • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

      • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

      • Independence Blue Cross

      • Medicaid

      • Medicare

      • State of New Jersey

      • State of Tennessee

      • UnitedHealthcare

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      Where is Dr. Lee's office located?

      Dr. Edward Lee's Primary Practice

      30 Bergen St Rm 1205

      Newark, NJ 07107

      (973) 972-5377

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      Dr. Edward Lee's Practice 2

      3 Hospital Plz Ste 405

      Old Bridge, NJ 08857

      (732) 360-1133

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      Dr. Edward Lee's Practice 3

      22 Old Short Hills Rd Ste 101

      Livingston, NJ 07039

      (973) 972-1129

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      What is Dr. Lee's NPI number?An 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 1629265657.

      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. Edward Lee's specialty?

      Dr. Lee is a Plastic Surgeon near Newark, NJ. 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. Contact Dr. Lee to book an appointment today.

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

      Yes, Dr. Lee is affiliated with Cooperman Barnabas 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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      Is Edward Lee accepting new patients in Newark, NJ?

      Yes, Dr. Edward Lee is accepting new patients at this time.

      Does Dr. Edward Lee offer online booking?

      Please contact Dr. Lee's office at (973) 972-5377 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

      How can I make an appointment with Edward Lee?

      Please contact Dr. Lee's office at (973) 972-5377 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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