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Who is Dr. Fretwell, Surgeon in Jamaica, NY?
Dr. Kenneth Fretwell, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Jamaica, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Fretwell completed his residency at Ny & Presby Hp-Cornell Campus, General Surgery. Dr. Fretwell is fluent in English and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fretwell’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fretwell’s office at (718) 670-5486.
Where did Dr. Fretwell go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ny & Presby Hp-Cornell Campus, General Surgery
Is Dr. Fretwell board certified in Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Fretwell, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Fretwell speak?
Dr. Fretwell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
What conditions does Dr. Fretwell treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Fretwell 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. Fretwell. 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:
- Lump in Right Breast
- Lump in Left Breast
- Lump in Upper Outer Left Breast
- Breast Lump in Right Upper Outer Quadrant
- Lump in Upper Inner Left Breast
- Breast Disease
- Right breast mass
- Right breast lesion
- Right breast nodule
- Left breast mass
- Left breast lesion
- Left breast nodule
- Mass in upper outer left breast
- Nodule in left breast upper outer
- Lump in right breast upper outer
- Right breast mass upper outer
- Palpable mass right upper outer breast
- Mass in upper inner left breast
- Nodule in left breast upper inner
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6310: Unspecified lump in the right breast, unspecified quadrant
- N6320: Unspecified lump in the left breast, unspecified quadrant
- N6321: Unspecified lump in the left breast, upper outer quadrant
- N6311: Unspecified lump in the right breast, upper outer quadrant
- N6322: Unspecified lump in the left breast, upper inner quadrant
Also known as:
- Cystic Breast Changes in Right Breast
- Breast Disease
- Fibrocystic right breast
- Diffuse breast cysts right side
- Right breast cystic disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6011: Diffuse cystic mastopathy of right breast
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Breast Cyst
- Fibrocystic Breast Changes
- Breast Disease
- Breast lump (cystic)
- Fluid-filled breast sac
- Cystic breasts
- Fibrocystic disease
- Lumpy breasts
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6001: Solitary cyst of right breast
- N6012: Diffuse cystic mastopathy of left breast
- N6002: Solitary cyst of left breast
Also known as:
- Tiny Calcium Spots on Mammogram
- Mammography
- Breast microcalcifications
- Mammogram calcifications
- Small calcium deposits in breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- R920: Mammographic microcalcification found on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Early Breast Cancer of the Left Breast
- Breast Cancer
- 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:
- D0512: Intraductal carcinoma in situ of left breast
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Benign Left Breast Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Breast Disease
- Non-cancerous left breast growth
- Left breast mass
- Left breast lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- D242: Benign neoplasm of left 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:
- Trunk Lump or Swelling
- Body Mass
- Torso Lump
- Trunk Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R222: Localized swelling, mass and lump, trunk
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
Also known as:
- Benign Breast Lump
- Benign Tumor
- Breast Disease
- Non-cancerous breast mass
- Breast fibroadenoma
- Benign breast disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D241: Benign neoplasm of right breast
Which procedures does Dr. Fretwell perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Kenneth Fretwell may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Fretwell's office.
Does Dr. Fretwell accept my insurance?
Dr. Fretwell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 670-5486 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fretwell accept in Jamaica, NY?
Dr. Fretwell in Jamaica, 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
Elderplan
Healthfirst
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
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Where is Dr. Fretwell's office located?
Dr. Kenneth Fretwell's Primary Practice
8900 Van Wyck Expy Ste 1ST Fl 1
Jamaica, NY 11418
(718) 670-5486
What is Dr. Fretwell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fretwell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144281429.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fretwell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fretwell
What is Dr. Kenneth Fretwell's specialty?
Dr. Fretwell is a Surgeon near Jamaica, 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. Fretwell to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kenneth Fretwell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Fretwell is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Jamaica Hospital 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 Kenneth Fretwell accepting new patients in Jamaica, NY?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Fretwell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kenneth Fretwell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fretwell's office at (718) 670-5486 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kenneth Fretwell?
Please contact Dr. Fretwell's office at (718) 670-5486 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kenneth Fretwell have?
Dr. Kenneth Fretwell is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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