Dr. David Otterburn, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Otterburn, Plastic Surgeon in New York, NY?

A board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Otterburn has received numerous honors and awards in academics, teaching and research. He received his B.A. in political science with honors from Rutgers University while entering into the BA/MD program at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. After completing his general surgery residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, plastic surgery residency at Emory University and microsurgery fellowship at New York University Medical Center, he joined the faculty at Weill Cornell Medicine in 2011. He served as Associate Program Director for 8 years before assuming the Directorship since 2019. His research interests include outcomes research in breast reconstruction, orthoplastics, neuroplastics, wound healing and peripheral nerve reconstruction.David Otterburn, MD, FACS, is a Professor of Surgery in the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in the Department of Surgery at Weill Cornell Medical College. He is an Attending Surgeon at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center and is the Program Director for the Weill Cornell Medicine and Columbia University Medical Center Combined Plastic Surgery Residency Program of NYPH.

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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Otterburn?

Dr. David Otterburn, 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. Otterburn empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Cosmetic & Reconstructive Surgery, Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Liposuction & Body Contouring, Oculoplastic Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Otterburn is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

Residency: Thos Jefferson Univ Hosp, General Surgery; Cooper Hosp/Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: University of Medicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johns | University of Medicineicine And Dentistry of New Jersey / Robert Wood Johnson Medicine

Is Dr. Otterburn board certified as a Plastic Surgeon?

Yes, Dr. David Otterburn, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

What languages does Dr. Otterburn speak?

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

English
Spanish

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

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

Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
Reconstructive Surgery
Cosmetic Procedures
Aesthetic Surgery
Body Enhancement Surgery

ICD-10 Codes:

Z428: Encounter for other plastic and reconstructive surgery following medical procedure or healed injury

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:

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:

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

What procedures does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Otterburn typically perform?

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

Skin Flap Surgery (Medium)
Adjacent Tissue Transfer (Additional Area)
Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
Local Flap Surgery
Skin Graft (Adjacent Tissue)
Skin Flap Surgery
Tissue Rearrangement
Local Flap Reconstruction

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)

Also known as:

Muscle or Skin Flap Surgery (Trunk)
Myocutaneous Flap (Body)
Fasciocutaneous Flap (Trunk)
Tissue Flap Reconstruction (Torso)

CPT Codes:

15734: Muscle, myocutaneous, or fasciocutaneous flap; trunk

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:

Breast Reconstruction Revision
Corrective Breast Reconstruction Surgery
Breast Implant Revision
Flap Revision for Breast Reconstruction

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)

Also known as:

Internal Mammary Lymph Node Biopsy
Biopsy
Chest lymph node biopsy
Open lymph node excision
Internal mammary node removal

CPT Codes:

38530: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, internal mammary node(s)

Does Dr. Otterburn accept my insurance?

Dr. Otterburn 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. Otterburn accept in New York, NY?

Dr. Otterburn in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Humana
Medicare
State of Connecticut
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Otterburn's office located?

Weill Cornell Medicine - The Breast Center

525 East 68th Street

Starr 8

New York, NY 10065

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What hospitals are Dr. Otterburn affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Otterburn has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

Newyork-Presbyterian Hospital/weill Cornell Medical Center,New York, NY

Ranked in 3 Specialties

Ranked in 6 Procedures

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

Dr. Otterburn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720261563.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Otterburn?

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

What is Dr. David Otterburn's specialty?

Dr. Otterburn is a Plastic Surgeon near New York, NY.

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. David Otterburn affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Otterburn is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian Hospital/weill Cornell 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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