21 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ray, Plastic Surgeon in West Hollywood, CA?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ray?
Dr. Edward Ray, 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. Ray empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Reconstruction & Augmentation, Gender Affirmation Surgery, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the West Hollywood, CA community, Dr. Ray is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Ray go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
Residency: University of Rochester School of Medicine | University of Southern California, Keck School of Medicine
Medical School: Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
Is Dr. Ray board certified as a Plastic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Edward Ray, MD is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery , American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Ray speak?
Dr. Ray and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Ray typically treat?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Ray 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. Ray. 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:
- Transgender Identity
- Gender Dysphoria
- Transsexual Identity
- Gender Transition
ICD-10 Codes:
- F640: Transsexualism
Also known as:
- Gender Identity Disorder
- Gender Dysphoria
- Gender Incongruence
- Transgender Identity Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- F648: Other gender identity disorders
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:
- 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:
- 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. Ray typically perform?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Ray 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. Ray. 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:
- Breast Reduction Surgery
- Breast Reconstruction Revision
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Reduction Mammoplasty
- Breast Size Reduction
- Mammoplasty
- Corrective Breast Reconstruction Surgery
- Breast Implant Revision
- Flap Revision for Breast Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 19318: Breast reduction
- 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:
- Breast Tissue Expander Placement
- Tissue Expander to Permanent Implant Exchange
- Breast Reconstruction
- Breast Reconstruction with Expanders
- Tissue Expander Surgery (Breast)
- Breast Implant Preparation
- Breast implant exchange
- Breast reconstruction second stage
- Expander removal and implant placement
- Permanent breast implant surgery
CPT Codes:
- 19357: Tissue expander placement in breast reconstruction, including subsequent expansion(s)
- 11970: Replacement of tissue expander with permanent implant
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:
- Breast Augmentation with Implants
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Breast Enlargement Surgery
- Boob Job
- Mammoplasty Augmentation
CPT Codes:
- 19325: Breast augmentation with implant
Also known as:
- Autologous Fat Grafting (Body)
- Fat Transfer
- Liposuction with Fat Injection
- Body Fat Graft
- Autologous Fat Injection
CPT Codes:
- 15771: Grafting of autologous fat harvested by liposuction technique to trunk, breasts, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 50 cc or less injectate
Does Dr. Ray accept my insurance?
Dr. Ray accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 423-2824 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ray accept in West Hollywood, CA?
Dr. Ray in West Hollywood, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
CommonSpirit Health
HealthSmart
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ray's office located?
Dr. Edward Ray's Primary Practice
8700 Beverly Blvd
West Hollywood, CA 90048
(310) 423-2824
What hospitals are Dr. Ray affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Ray has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 7 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Edward Ray an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Ray has been rated and reviewed by 7 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Ray, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Ray's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ray's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184808438.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ray?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ray