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Dr. Richard Agag, MD

Plastic Surgeon

New Brunswick, NJ

15 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Agag, Plastic Surgeon in New Brunswick, NJ?

    Dr. Richard Agag, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in New Brunswick, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Agag is fluent in English and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Agag’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Agag’s office.
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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Agag?

    Dr. Richard Agag, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Plastic 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. Agag empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Reconstruction, Facial Paralysis, Head & Neck Cancer Reconstruction, Reconstructive Plastic Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New Brunswick, NJ community, Dr. Agag is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Is Dr. Agag board certified as a Plastic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Agag, MD is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Agag speak?

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

    • English
    • Japanese

    What conditions does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Agag typically treat?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Agag 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. Agag. 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:

    • Gender Dysphoria
    • Gender incongruence
    • Gender identity issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F649: Gender identity disorder, 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:

    • 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:

    • 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

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N62: Hypertrophy of breast

    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. Agag typically perform?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Agag 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. Agag. 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:

    • Nipple and Areola Reconstruction
    • Breast Tissue Expander Placement
    • Breast Reconstruction
    • Nipple Reconstruction
    • Areola Reconstruction
    • Breast Nipple Surgery
    • Post-Mastectomy Nipple Creation
    • Breast Reconstruction with Expanders
    • Tissue Expander Surgery (Breast)
    • Breast Implant Preparation

    CPT Codes:

    • 19350: Nipple/areola reconstruction
    • 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

    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:

    • 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:

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

    CPT Codes:

    • 19303: Mastectomy, simple, complete

    Also known as:

    • Breast Reduction Surgery
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Reduction Mammoplasty
    • Breast Size Reduction
    • Mammoplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 19318: Breast reduction

    Does Dr. Agag accept my insurance?

    Dr. Agag 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. Agag accept in New Brunswick, NJ?

    Dr. Agag in New Brunswick, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Horizon Mutual Holdings

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of New Jersey

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Agag's office located?

    Dr. Richard Agag's Primary Practice

    125 Paterson St

    New Brunswick, NJ 08901

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    Rutgers Health Rwj Plastic Surgery

    1 Robert Wood Johnson Pl

    New Brunswick, NJ 08901

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    Dr. Richard Agag's Practice 3

    499 7th Ave

    New York, NY 10018

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

    Dr. Agag's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497937486.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Agag?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Agag's specialty?

    Dr. Agag is a Plastic Surgeon near New Brunswick, NJ.

    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 Dr. Richard Agag affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Agag is affiliated with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital - New Brunswick 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 Dr. Richard Agag accepting new patients in New Brunswick, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Agag is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Agag offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Agag's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Agag?

    Please contact Dr. Agag's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Agag's office located?

    Dr. Agag's offices are located in New Brunswick, NJ and New York, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Agag have?

    Dr. Richard Agag is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.