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Dr. Patrick Borgen, MD

Dr. Patrick Borgen, MD

Brooklyn, NY

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Borgen, Surgeon in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Patrick Borgen, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Borgen graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, General Surgery. Dr. Borgen is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Borgen’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Borgen’s office at (718) 765-2550.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Borgen?

    Dr. Patrick Borgen, 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. Borgen empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Cancer & Surgery, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Brooklyn/NY community, Dr. Borgen is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: Alton Ochsner Med Fndn, General Surgery

    • Medical School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans

    Is Dr. Borgen board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Patrick Borgen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Borgen speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Borgen treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Borgen 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. Borgen. 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:

    • Widespread Left Female Breast Cancer
    • Breast Cancer
    • Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
    • Early Breast Cancer of the Right Breast
    • Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
    • Left female breast cancer in multiple areas
    • Diffuse left female breast cancer
    • Malignant growth in overlapping sites of left female breast
    • 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
    • Intraductal carcinoma in situ right breast
    • Precancerous cells right breast
    • Non-invasive breast cancer right breast
    • DCIS right breast
    • Intraductal carcinoma in situ left breast
    • Precancerous cells left breast
    • Non-invasive breast cancer left breast
    • DCIS left breast
    • Mammary cancer
    • Breast carcinoma
    • Breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50812: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of left female breast
    • C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast
    • C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
    • C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
    • D0511: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of right breast
    • D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast
    • C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast

    What procedures does Dr. Borgen perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Borgen 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. Borgen. 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
    • Partial Mastectomy with Lymph Node Removal
    • Mastectomy
    • Lumpectomy
    • Breast conserving surgery
    • Quadrantectomy
    • Segmentectomy
    • Complete Mastectomy
    • Breast Removal Surgery
    • Total Mastectomy
    • Unilateral Mastectomy
    • Lumpectomy with Lymphadenectomy
    • Breast Conserving Surgery with Lymph Node Dissection
    • Quadrantectomy with Axillary Dissection

    CPT Codes:

    • 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
    • 19303: Mastectomy, simple, complete
    • 19302: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy); with axillary lymphadenectomy

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Radioactive Tracer Injection for Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Sentinel Node Mapping Injection
    • Lymph Node Tracer Injection
    • Radioactive Dye for Lymph Nodes
    • Sentinel Lymph Node Identification

    CPT Codes:

    • 38792: Injection procedure; radioactive tracer for identification of sentinel node

    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:

    • 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

    Does Dr. Borgen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Borgen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 765-2550 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Borgen accept in Brooklyn, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Borgen's office located?

    Dr. Patrick Borgen's Primary Practice

    6300 8th Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11220

    (718) 765-2550

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    Dr. Patrick Borgen's Practice 2

    4802 10th Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11219

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    Dr. Patrick Borgen's Practice 3

    745 64th St Ste 1

    Brooklyn, NY 11220

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    Recognitions

    Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards

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    Doctor’s Choice - All Time

    Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition across all time

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    Doctor’s Choice - 2025

    Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition in 2025

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    Doctor’s Choice - Last 5 Years

    Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition in the last 5 years

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

    Dr. Borgen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700860301.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Borgen?

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

    What is Dr. Patrick Borgen's specialty?

    Dr. Borgen is a Surgeon near Brooklyn, 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. Borgen to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Patrick Borgen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Borgen is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Maimonides Medical Center. 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 Patrick Borgen accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Patrick Borgen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Patrick Borgen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Borgen's office at (718) 765-2550 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Patrick Borgen?

    Please contact Dr. Borgen's office at (718) 765-2550 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Patrick Borgen have?

    Dr. Patrick Borgen is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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