21 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Boateng, Thoracic Surgeon in New York, NY?
Dr. Percy Boateng, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Boateng completed his residency at University of Maryland Medical Center. Dr. Boateng is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Boateng’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Boateng’s office at (212) 659-6800.
Where did Dr. Boateng go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Maryland Medical Center
Is Dr. Boateng board certified as a Thoracic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Percy Boateng, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Thoracic Surgery , American Board of Surgery since 2008
What languages does Dr. Boateng speak?
Dr. Boateng and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Boateng typically treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Boateng 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. Boateng. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
- Tricuspid Valve Stenosis
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Leaky tricuspid valve
- Tricuspid regurgitation
- Narrow tricuspid valve
- Tricuspid valve narrowing
- Leaky aortic valve
- Aortic regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency
- I360: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) stenosis
- I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
What procedures does a Thoracic Surgeon like Dr. Boateng typically perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Boateng 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. Boateng. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Tricuspid Valve Repair with Ring
- Radical Mitral Heart Valve Reconstruction (Open Surgery)
- Tricuspid valvuloplasty with ring
- Tricuspid valve annuloplasty
- Heart valve repair surgery
- Open Mitral Valvuloplasty
- Mitral Valve Repair with Bypass
- Complex Mitral Valve Reconstruction
- Heart Valve Ring Repair
CPT Codes:
- 33464: Valvuloplasty, tricuspid valve; with ring insertion
- 33427: Valvuloplasty, mitral valve, with cardiopulmonary bypass; radical reconstruction, with or without ring
Also known as:
- Endoscopic Vein Harvest for Bypass
- Endoscopy
- Video-Assisted Vein Harvest
- Minimally Invasive Vein Removal
- Endoscopic Saphenous Vein Harvest
- Vein Harvesting for CABG
CPT Codes:
- 33508: Endoscopy, surgical, including video-assisted harvest of vein(s) for coronary artery bypass procedure (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- Heart bypass surgery
- CABG surgery
- Arterial bypass graft
CPT Codes:
- 33533: Coronary artery bypass, using arterial graft(s); single arterial graft
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) with 2 Vein Grafts
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG surgery
- Heart bypass with vein grafts
- Coronary revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 33518: Coronary artery bypass, using venous graft(s) and arterial graft(s); 2 venous grafts (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery (CABG)
- Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery
- CABG Surgery
- Heart Bypass Surgery
- Artery Bypass Graft
- Open Heart Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 33534: Coronary artery bypass, using arterial graft(s); 2 coronary arterial grafts
Also known as:
- Arm Artery Harvest for Heart Bypass
- Upper Extremity Artery Harvest
- Artery Graft Procurement
- Coronary Bypass Graft Harvesting
- Radial Artery Harvest
CPT Codes:
- 35600: Harvest of upper extremity artery, 1 segment, for coronary artery bypass procedure, open
Does Dr. Boateng accept my insurance?
Dr. Boateng accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 659-6800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Boateng accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Boateng in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Boateng's office located?
What is Dr. Boateng's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Boateng's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861437550.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Boateng?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Boateng
What is Dr. Percy Boateng's specialty?
Dr. Boateng is a Thoracic Surgeon near New York, NY.
What does a Thoracic Surgeon do?
A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty.
Is this Dr. Percy Boateng affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Boateng is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital, The Brooklyn Hospital Center 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 Percy Boateng accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Percy Boateng is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Percy Boateng offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Boateng's office at (212) 659-6800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Percy Boateng?
Please contact Dr. Boateng's office at (212) 659-6800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Percy Boateng have?
Dr. Percy Boateng is certified by the American Board of Surgery and American Board of Thoracic Surgery.
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