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Dr. Babak Mehrara, MD

Dr. Babak Mehrara, MD

New York, NY

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mehrara, Plastic Surgeon in New York, NY?

    Dr. Babak Mehrara, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in New York, NY. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Mehrara is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mehrara’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mehrara’s office at (646) 608-8639.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Mehrara?

    Dr. Babak Mehrara, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Plastic 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. Mehrara empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Breast Reconstruction, Cancer Reconstruction, Microsurgery, Reconstructive Surgery-Face, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York/NY community, Dr. Mehrara is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Is Dr. Mehrara board certified as a Plastic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Babak Mehrara, MD is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Mehrara speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Mehrara treat?

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

    • 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
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
    • C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast

    Also known as:

    • Breast Reconstruction After Mastectomy
    • Breast Reconstruction
    • Post-mastectomy breast reconstruction
    • Breast implant after mastectomy
    • Rebuilding breast after cancer surgery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z421: Encounter for breast reconstruction following mastectomy

    Also known as:

    • Breast implant hardening
    • Breast Reconstruction
    • Capsular contracture
    • Breast implant scar tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8544XA: Capsular contracture of breast implant, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
    • Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
    • Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
    • Cardiovascular Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Breast Disorder
    • Breast Disease
    • Various breast conditions
    • Miscellaneous breast ailments
    • Specific breast problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N6489: Other specified disorders of breast

    What procedures does Dr. Mehrara perform?

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

    • Autologous Fat Grafting (Body)
    • Additional Fat Transfer (Body, Breasts, Scalp)
    • Fat Transfer
    • Liposuction with Fat Injection
    • Body Fat Graft
    • Autologous Fat Injection
    • Liposuction Fat Grafting
    • Body Fat Transfer

    CPT Codes:

    • 15771: Grafting of autologous fat harvested by liposuction technique to trunk, breasts, scalp, arms, and/or legs; 50 cc or less injectate
    • 15772: Grafting of autologous fat harvested by liposuction technique to trunk, breasts, scalp, arms, and/or legs; each additional 50 cc injectate, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Tissue Expander to Permanent Implant Exchange
    • Breast Tissue Expander Placement
    • Breast Implant Insertion After Mastectomy
    • Nipple and Areola Reconstruction
    • Breast Reconstruction
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Breast implant exchange
    • Breast reconstruction second stage
    • Expander removal and implant placement
    • Permanent breast implant surgery
    • Breast Reconstruction with Expanders
    • Tissue Expander Surgery (Breast)
    • Breast Implant Preparation
    • Delayed Breast Reconstruction
    • Breast Implant Placement (Post-Mastectomy)
    • Secondary Breast Augmentation
    • Reconstructive Breast Surgery
    • Nipple Reconstruction
    • Areola Reconstruction
    • Breast Nipple Surgery
    • Post-Mastectomy Nipple Creation

    CPT Codes:

    • 11970: Replacement of tissue expander with permanent implant
    • 19357: Tissue expander placement in breast reconstruction, including subsequent expansion(s)
    • 19342: Insertion or replacement of breast implant on separate day from mastectomy
    • 19350: Nipple/areola reconstruction

    Also known as:

    • Breast Implant Capsule Revision
    • Breast Reconstruction Revision
    • Breast Lift
    • Breast Reduction Surgery
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Capsulectomy (Breast Implant)
    • Capsulotomy (Breast Implant)
    • Breast Implant Scar Tissue Removal
    • Corrective Breast Reconstruction Surgery
    • Breast Implant Revision
    • Flap Revision for Breast Reconstruction
    • Mastopexy
    • Breast Reshaping Surgery
    • Pexy Surgery
    • Reduction Mammoplasty
    • Breast Size Reduction
    • Mammoplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 19370: Revision of peri-implant capsule, breast, including capsulotomy, capsulorrhaphy, and/or partial capsulectomy
    • 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)
    • 19316: Mastopexy
    • 19318: Breast reduction

    Also known as:

    • Skin Flap Surgery (Medium)
    • Excess Skin Removal
    • Adjacent Tissue Transfer (Additional Area)
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
    • Local Flap Surgery
    • Skin Graft (Adjacent Tissue)
    • Lipectomy
    • Skin Excision
    • Subcutaneous Tissue Removal
    • Body Contouring Surgery
    • 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
    • 15839: Excision, excessive skin and subcutaneous tissue (includes lipectomy); other area
    • 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:

    • Breast Implant Capsule Removal
    • Complete Breast Capsulectomy
    • Removal of Breast Implant Scar Tissue
    • Breast Implant Revision (Capsulectomy)

    CPT Codes:

    • 19371: Peri-implant capsulectomy, breast, complete, including removal of all intracapsular contents

    Also known as:

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

    CPT Codes:

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

    Does Dr. Mehrara accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mehrara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (646) 608-8639 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mehrara accept in New York, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • ArcBest Corporation

    • CDPHP

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sunrise Senior Living

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    Where is Dr. Mehrara's office located?

    Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

    Department of Plastic Surgery

    530 E 74th St Fl 18

    New York, NY 10021

    (646) 608-8639

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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

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

    Dr. Mehrara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437134426.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mehrara?

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

    What is Dr. Babak Mehrara's specialty?

    Dr. Mehrara is a Plastic Surgeon near New York, NY. 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. Contact Dr. Mehrara to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Babak Mehrara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mehrara is affiliated with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer 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 Babak Mehrara accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Babak Mehrara is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Babak Mehrara offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mehrara's office at (646) 608-8639 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Babak Mehrara?

    Please contact Dr. Mehrara's office at (646) 608-8639 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Babak Mehrara have?

    Dr. Babak Mehrara is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.

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