Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Karsif, Surgeon in Goshen, NY?
Dr. Karen Karsif, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Goshen, NY with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Karsif graduated from Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and completed her residency at Albert Einstein Med Ctr, General Surgery; Pa Hospital-Uphs, General Surgery. Dr. Karsif is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karsif’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karsif’s office at (845) 357-7462.
Where did Dr. Karsif go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Albert Einstein Med Ctr, General Surgery; Pa Hospital-Uphs, General Surgery | Albert Einstein Med Center
Medical School: University of Pa Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa | Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
Is Dr. Karsif board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Karen Karsif, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Karsif speak?
Dr. Karsif and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Karsif typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Karsif 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. Karsif. 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:
- Central Right Female Breast Cancer
- Central Left Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Right female breast central tumor
- Malignant growth in central right female breast
- Left female breast central tumor
- Malignant growth in central left female breast
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50111: Malignant neoplasm of central portion of right female breast
- C50112: Malignant neoplasm of central portion of left female breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Karsif typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Karsif 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. Karsif. 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:
- Partial Mastectomy
- Simple Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Breast conserving surgery
- Quadrantectomy
- Segmentectomy
- Complete Mastectomy
- Breast Removal Surgery
- Total Mastectomy
- Unilateral Mastectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
- 19303: Mastectomy, simple, complete
Also known as:
- Breast Lump Removal with Marker Guidance
- Image-Guided Breast Lesion Excision
- Wire-Localized Breast Biopsy
- Open Excision of Marked Breast Lesion
- Breast Mass Removal with Marker
CPT Codes:
- 19125: Excision of breast lesion identified by preoperative placement of radiological marker, open; single lesion
Also known as:
- Breast Lesion Excision
- Breast Cyst Removal
- Fibroadenoma Excision
- Breast Tumor Removal
- Nipple/Areolar Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 19120: Excision of cyst, fibroadenoma, or other benign or malignant tumor, aberrant breast tissue, duct lesion, nipple or areolar lesion (except 19300), open, male or female, 1 or more lesions
Also known as:
- Breast Lesion Localization
- Breast Marker Placement
- Wire Localization Breast
- Mammographic Guided Breast Localization
CPT Codes:
- 19281: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including mammographic guidance
Also known as:
- Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Excision
- Open Axillary Node Biopsy
- Underarm Lymph Node Removal
CPT Codes:
- 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)
Also known as:
- Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
- Lymph Node Identification
- Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
- Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes
CPT Codes:
- 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer Margin Check During Surgery
- Intraoperative Margin Assessment
- Radiofrequency Spectroscopy for Breast Cancer
- Real-Time Margin Analysis
- Partial Mastectomy Margin Check
CPT Codes:
- 0546T: Radiofrequency Spectroscopy, Real Time, Intraoperative Margin Assessment, At The Time Of Partial Mastectomy, With Report
Does Dr. Karsif accept my insurance?
Dr. Karsif accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (845) 357-7462 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Karsif accept in Goshen, NY?
Dr. Karsif in Goshen, 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)
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Karsif's office located?
Dr. Karen Karsif's Primary Practice
70 Hatfield Ln Ste 101
Goshen, NY 10924
(845) 357-7462
What is Dr. Karsif's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Karsif's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760433957.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karsif?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karsif
What is Dr. Karen Karsif's specialty?
Dr. Karsif is a Surgeon near Goshen, NY.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Karen Karsif affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Karsif is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian Queens 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 Karen Karsif accepting new patients in Goshen, NY?
Yes, Dr. Karen Karsif is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Karsif offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Karsif's office at (845) 357-7462 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Karsif?
Please contact Dr. Karsif's office at (845) 357-7462 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Karsif have?
Dr. Karen Karsif is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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