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Dr. Bruce Bodner, MD

Dr. Bruce Bodner, MD

Dorchester, MA

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Bodner, Surgeon in Dorchester, MA?

    Dr. Bruce Bodner, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Dorchester, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Bodner graduated from Rutgers and completed his residency at Mount Sinai Hospital. Dr. Bodner is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bodner’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bodner’s office.

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

    • Residency: Mount Sinai Hospital | Mount Sinai School of Medicine Affiliated Hospitals | Mount Sinai Medical Center | Mount Sinai Hospital Medical Center of Chicago Program

    • Medical School: Rutgers

    Is Dr. Bodner board certified in Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Bruce Bodner, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Bodner speak?

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

    • English

    • Portuguese

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Bodner treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Bodner 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. Bodner. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Skin Ulcers
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Diabetic skin sores
    • Diabetes-related wounds
    • Foot ulcers from diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11622: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin ulcer
    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    Also known as:

    • Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Right Lower Leg
    • Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Left Lower Leg
    • Skin Condition
    • Non-Pressure Leg Sore
    • Persistent Leg Wound
    • Right Leg Skin Ulcer
    • Open Sore on Lower Leg
    • Left Leg Skin Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L97812: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right lower leg with fat layer exposed
    • L97822: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left lower leg with fat layer exposed

    Also known as:

    • Pressure Sore
    • Pressure Sores
    • Bed Sore
    • Decubitus Ulcer
    • Pressure Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4

    Also known as:

    • Epidermal Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Epidermoid Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L720: Epidermal cyst

    What procedures does Dr. Bodner perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Bodner 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. Bodner. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Skin and Tissue Debridement
    • Unna Boot Application
    • Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal
    • Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Debridement
    • Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
    • Compression Boot Application
    • Unna Paste Bandage
    • Leg Ulcer Dressing
    • Artificial Skin Graft
    • Wound Skin Replacement
    • Bioengineered Skin Application

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
    • 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area

    Also known as:

    • Large Benign Skin Lesion Removal
    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesion
    • Benign Skin Growth Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
    • Large Skin Lesion Biopsy
    • Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
    • Mole Removal
    • Skin Tumor Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 11406: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm
    • 11403: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
    • Proud flesh removal
    • Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
    • Granulation tissue treatment
    • Wound cautery

    CPT Codes:

    • 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth (1.1-2.0 cm)
    • Corn or Callus Removal
    • Corns and Calluses
    • Benign Skin Lesion Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
    • Mole Removal (Non-Cancerous)
    • Paring of Corn
    • Cutting of Callus
    • Hyperkeratotic Lesion Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11402: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
    • 11055: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); single lesion

    Also known as:

    • Simple Pilonidal Cyst Removal
    • Pilonidal Sinus Excision
    • Tailbone Cyst Removal
    • Sacrococcygeal Cyst Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 11770: Excision of pilonidal cyst or sinus; simple

    Also known as:

    • Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
    • Compression Bandage Application
    • Leg Compression System
    • Ankle and Foot Compression

    CPT Codes:

    • 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot

    Also known as:

    • Full Contact Leg Cast Application
    • Total Contact Cast
    • Rigid Leg Cast
    • Custom Leg Cast
    • Lower Leg Immobilization

    CPT Codes:

    • 29445: Application of rigid total contact leg cast

    Also known as:

    • Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
    • Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • First Inguinal Hernia Fix
    • Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
    • Ventral Hernia Repair
    • Umbilical Hernia Repair
    • Incisional Hernia Repair
    • Epigastric Hernia Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
    • 49593: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, reducible

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

    Does Dr. Bodner accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bodner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bodner accept in Dorchester, MA?

    Dr. Bodner in Dorchester, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • Health Pointe

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Point32Health

    • SGS North America Inc

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sunrise Senior Living

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    Where is Dr. Bodner's office located?

    Dr. Bruce Bodner's Primary Practice

    2110 Dorchester Ave Ste 311

    Dorchester, MA 02124

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    Dr. Bruce Bodner's Practice 2

    2100 Corchester Ave

    Dorchester, MA 02124

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    Dr. Bruce Bodner's Practice 3

    72 Washington St Ste 270

    Taunton, MA 02780

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

    Dr. Bodner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720034911.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bodner?

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

    What is Dr. Bruce Bodner's specialty?

    Dr. Bodner is a Surgeon near Dorchester, MA. 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. Contact Dr. Bodner to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Bruce Bodner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Bodner is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lifespan Of Massachusetts - Taunton Inc, Boston Medical Center - South Corporation. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Bruce Bodner accepting new patients in Dorchester, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Bruce Bodner is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Bruce Bodner offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Bruce Bodner?

    Please contact Dr. Bodner's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Bruce Bodner have?

    Dr. Bruce Bodner is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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