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Dr. James Chappell, MD

Dr. James Chappell, MD

Plastic Surgeon

Annapolis, MD

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chappell, Plastic Surgeon in Annapolis, MD?

    Dr. James Chappell, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Annapolis, MD. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Chappell completed his residency at Fletcher Allen Health Care/Medical Center Hospital of Vermont. Dr. Chappell is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chappell’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chappell’s office at (410) 266-3900.

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

    • Fellowship: American College of Surgeons

    • Residency: Fletcher Allen Health Care/Medical Center Hospital of Vermont | Temple University Hospital (Philadelphia)

    • Medical School: College of William And Mary | Virginia Commonwealth University | Eastern Virginia Medical School

    Is Dr. Chappell board certified as a Plastic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. James Chappell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Chappell speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Chappell typically treat?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Chappell 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. Chappell. 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:

    • Scars
    • Hypertrophic Scarring
    • Keloid Scars
    • Scar Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L910: Hypertrophic scar

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L720: Epidermal cyst
    • L723: Sebaceous cyst

    Also known as:

    • Uneven Reconstructed Breasts
    • Breast Disease
    • Breast Reconstruction
    • Breast implant disproportion
    • Asymmetrical reconstructed breasts
    • Reconstructed breast imbalance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N651: Disproportion of reconstructed breast

    What procedures does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Chappell typically perform?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Chappell 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. Chappell. 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 Reduction Surgery
    • Breast Reconstruction Revision
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Reduction Mammoplasty
    • Breast Size Reduction
    • Mammoplasty
    • Corrective Breast Reconstruction Surgery
    • Breast Implant Revision
    • Flap Revision for Breast Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 19318: Breast reduction
    • 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)

    Also known as:

    • Breast Implant Insertion After Mastectomy
    • Immediate Breast Implant After Mastectomy
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Delayed Breast Reconstruction
    • Breast Implant Placement (Post-Mastectomy)
    • Secondary Breast Augmentation
    • Reconstructive Breast Surgery
    • Same-day breast implant
    • Mastectomy with immediate implant
    • Breast implant during mastectomy
    • Immediate breast reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 19342: Insertion or replacement of breast implant on separate day from mastectomy
    • 19340: Insertion of breast implant on same day of mastectomy (ie, immediate)

    Also known as:

    • Skin Flap Surgery (Medium)
    • Adjacent Tissue Transfer (Additional Area)
    • Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
    • Local Flap Surgery
    • Skin Graft (Adjacent Tissue)
    • Skin Flap Surgery
    • Tissue Rearrangement
    • Local Flap Reconstruction

    CPT Codes:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Complex Wound Repair on Torso (2.6-7.5 cm)
    • Trunk Wound Closure (Complex)
    • Deep Torso Laceration Repair
    • Complex Body Wound Stitching

    CPT Codes:

    • 13101: Repair, complex, trunk; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm

    Also known as:

    • Benign Facial Lesion Removal (1.1-2.0 cm)
    • Facial mole removal
    • Eyelid lesion excision
    • Lip lesion removal
    • Benign growth removal from face

    CPT Codes:

    • 11442: Excision, other benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Injection for Skin Lesions (Up to 7)
    • Intralesional Injection
    • Lesion Injection Therapy
    • Steroid Injection for Skin Bumps

    CPT Codes:

    • 11900: Injection, intralesional; up to and including 7 lesions

    Also known as:

    • Simple Mastectomy
    • Mastectomy
    • Complete Mastectomy
    • Breast Removal Surgery
    • Total Mastectomy
    • Unilateral Mastectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 19303: Mastectomy, simple, complete

    Does Dr. Chappell accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chappell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 266-3900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chappell accept in Annapolis, MD?

    Dr. Chappell in Annapolis, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Johns Hopkins Health System

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Chappell's office located?

    Dr. James Chappell's Primary Practice

    2002 Medical Pkwy Ste 230

    Annapolis, MD 21401

    (410) 266-3900

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    Recognitions

    Awards

    • What’s Up Annapolis Magazine and the Annapolis Capital – “Top Doc” in the field of Plastic Surgery

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

    Dr. Chappell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326022336.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chappell?

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

    What is Dr. James Chappell's specialty?

    Dr. Chappell is a Plastic Surgeon near Annapolis, MD.

    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 Dr. James Chappell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chappell is affiliated with Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center 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 Dr. James Chappell accepting new patients in Annapolis, MD?

    Yes, Dr. James Chappell is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Chappell offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chappell's office at (410) 266-3900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Chappell?

    Please contact Dr. Chappell's office at (410) 266-3900 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chappell's office located?

    Dr. Chappell's office is located in Annapolis, MD.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Chappell have?

    Dr. James Chappell is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.