Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Buonocore, Plastic Surgeon in Hartford, CT?
Dr. Samuel Buonocore, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Hartford, CT with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Buonocore is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buonocore’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buonocore’s office at (680) 714-4303.
Where did Dr. Buonocore go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Yale Hand and Microsurgery Fellowship
What languages does Dr. Buonocore speak?
Dr. Buonocore and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Buonocore typically treat?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Buonocore 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. Buonocore. 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 Enlargement
- Breast Disease
- Breast hypertrophy
- Macromastia
- Gigantomastia
ICD-10 Codes:
- N62: Hypertrophy of 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:
- Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
- Skin Condition
- Scar Tissue
- Fibrotic Skin
- Excessive Scarring
ICD-10 Codes:
- L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin
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:
- Cancer Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Cancer
- Post-cancer surgery care
- Oncology aftercare
- Cancer recovery follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z483: Aftercare following surgery for neoplasm
What procedures does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Buonocore typically perform?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Buonocore 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. Buonocore. 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 Reconstruction Revision
- Breast Reduction Surgery
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Corrective Breast Reconstruction Surgery
- Breast Implant Revision
- Flap Revision for Breast Reconstruction
- Reduction Mammoplasty
- Breast Size Reduction
- Mammoplasty
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
Also known as:
- Panniculectomy (Lower Abdomen Skin Removal)
- Skin Flap Surgery (Medium)
- Adjacent Tissue Transfer (Additional Area)
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Excess Skin Removal (Abdomen)
- Infraumbilical Lipectomy
- Tummy Tuck (Panniculectomy)
- Abdominal Skin Excision
- Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
- Local Flap Surgery
- Skin Graft (Adjacent Tissue)
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Tissue Rearrangement
- Local Flap Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 15830: Excision, Excessive Skin And Subcutaneous Tissue (Includes Lipectomy); Abdomen, Infraumbilical Panniculectomy
- 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:
- 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:
- Large Benign Skin Lesion Removal
- Benign Skin Growth Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
- Large Skin Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11406: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm
Does Dr. Buonocore accept my insurance?
Dr. Buonocore accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (680) 714-4303 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buonocore accept in Hartford, CT?
Dr. Buonocore in Hartford, CT 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)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Buonocore's office located?
Dr. Samuel Buonocore's Primary Practice
1000 Asylum Ave
Hartford, CT 06105
(680) 714-4303
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 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
80% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Samuel Buonocore an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Buonocore has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Buonocore, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Buonocore's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buonocore's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275701237.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buonocore?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buonocore
What is Dr. Samuel Buonocore's specialty?
Dr. Buonocore is a Plastic Surgeon near Hartford, CT.
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 this Dr. Samuel Buonocore affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Buonocore is affiliated with Saint Francis Hospital - Hartford, Ct, The Hospital Of Central Connecticut - New Britain General Campus which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Samuel Buonocore accepting new patients in Hartford, CT?
Yes, Dr. Samuel Buonocore is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samuel Buonocore offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buonocore's office at (680) 714-4303 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samuel Buonocore?
Please contact Dr. Buonocore's office at (680) 714-4303 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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