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Dr. Howard Karpoff, MD

Middletown, NY

28 Years of Experience

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    Who is Dr. Karpoff, Surgeon in Middletown, NY?

    Dr. Howard Karpoff, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Middletown, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Karpoff graduated from New York University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Nyu Hospitals Center, General Surgery. Dr. Karpoff is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karpoff’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karpoff’s office at (845) 703-6999.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Karpoff?

    Dr. Howard Karpoff, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Karpoff empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Cancer, Breast Disease, Breast Surgery, Surgical Oncology, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Middletown/NY community, Dr. Karpoff is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Fellowship: Memorial Sloan - Kettering Cancer Center

    • Residency: Nyu Hospitals Center, General Surgery | N.Y.U. Medical Center School of Medicine

    • Medical School: New York Univ Sch of Med, New York Ny | New York University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Karpoff board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Howard Karpoff, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Karpoff speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Karpoff treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Karpoff 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. Karpoff. 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:

    • Fibrocystic Breast Changes
    • Breast Disease
    • Cystic breasts
    • Fibrocystic disease
    • Lumpy breasts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N6012: Diffuse cystic mastopathy of left breast

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
    • Mammography
    • Inconclusive mammogram
    • Unclear breast scan results
    • Abnormal breast scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast

    Also known as:

    • Personal History of Breast Cancer
    • Breast Cancer
    • Past breast cancer
    • Previous mammary malignancy
    • History of breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma
    • Right female breast cancer upper-outer
    • Upper-outer right female breast tumor
    • Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
    • C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast

    Also known as:

    • Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammogram
    • Breast Exam
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1239: Encounter for other screening for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Family History of Breast Cancer
    • Breast Cancer
    • Family History
    • Hereditary breast cancer risk
    • Genetic predisposition to breast cancer
    • Breast cancer in the family

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z803: Family history of malignant neoplasm of breast

    What procedures does Dr. Karpoff perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Karpoff 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. Karpoff. 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:

    • 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:

    • Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
    • Intermediate Wound Repair (Scalp, Body, Limbs)
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Laceration Repair (Body)
    • Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Deep Wound Stitching (Body)
    • Complex Wound Closure
    • Deep Wound Stitching
    • Surgical Wound Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
    • 12034: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 7.6 cm to 12.5 cm

    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:

    • Large Malignant Skin Lesion Removal
    • Skin Cancer Excision
    • Large Malignant Growth Removal
    • Wide Excision of Skin Cancer
    • Trunk/Limb Skin Cancer Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 11606: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm

    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:

    • Breast Lesion Excision
    • Breast Reduction Surgery
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Breast Cyst Removal
    • Fibroadenoma Excision
    • Breast Tumor Removal
    • Nipple/Areolar Lesion Removal
    • Reduction Mammoplasty
    • Breast Size Reduction
    • Mammoplasty

    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
    • 19318: Breast reduction

    Also known as:

    • Modified Radical Mastectomy
    • Mastectomy
    • Breast Removal with Lymph Node Dissection
    • Breast Cancer Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 19307: Mastectomy, modified radical, including axillary lymph nodes, with or without pectoralis minor muscle, but excluding pectoralis major muscle

    Also known as:

    • Breast Tissue Expander Placement
    • Breast Reconstruction
    • Breast Reconstruction with Expanders
    • Tissue Expander Surgery (Breast)
    • Breast Implant Preparation

    CPT Codes:

    • 19357: Tissue expander placement in breast reconstruction, including subsequent expansion(s)

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesion (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Benign Skin Growth Excision
    • Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
    • Mole Removal (Large)

    CPT Codes:

    • 11404: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 3.1 to 4.0 cm

    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:

    • Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
    • Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
    • Subcutaneous port placement
    • Central line with port

    CPT Codes:

    • 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older

    Also known as:

    • Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
    • Central Line Explant
    • Port-a-Cath Removal
    • Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
    • Tunneled Catheter Extraction

    CPT Codes:

    • 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion

    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:

    • 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:

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

    CPT Codes:

    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

    Also known as:

    • Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
    • Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • First Inguinal Hernia Fix
    • Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Appendectomy
    • Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
    • Keyhole Appendectomy
    • Scope Appendectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Large Soft Tissue Tumor (Back/Flank)
    • Subcutaneous Tumor Excision (Back)
    • Flank Tumor Removal
    • Large Soft Tissue Mass Excision
    • Back Tumor Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 21931: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of back or flank, subcutaneous; 3 cm or greater

    Does Dr. Karpoff accept my insurance?

    Dr. Karpoff accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (845) 703-6999 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Karpoff accept in Middletown, NY?

    Dr. Karpoff in Middletown, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • ArcBest Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Medicare

    • MVP Healthcare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of New York

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Karpoff's office located?

    Dr. Howard Karpoff's Primary Practice

    95 Crystal Run Rd

    Middletown, NY 10941

    (845) 703-6999

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    Dr. Howard Karpoff's Practice 2

    2 Centerock Rd

    West Nyack, NY 10994

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    Dr. Howard Karpoff's Practice 3

    807 State Route 17M

    Monroe, NY 10950

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

    Dr. Karpoff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164415188.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karpoff?

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

    What is Dr. Howard Karpoff's specialty?

    Dr. Karpoff is a Surgeon near Middletown, NY. 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. Karpoff to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Howard Karpoff affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Karpoff is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Garnet Health Medical Center, Garnet Health Medical Center - Catskills, Harris Campus. 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 Howard Karpoff accepting new patients in Middletown, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Howard Karpoff is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Howard Karpoff offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Karpoff's office at (845) 703-6999 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Howard Karpoff?

    Please contact Dr. Karpoff's office at (845) 703-6999 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Howard Karpoff have?

    Dr. Howard Karpoff is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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