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Dr. Alexander Ovchinsky, MD

Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon

Brooklyn, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ovchinsky, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Alexander Ovchinsky, MD is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ovchinsky graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at SUNY Long Island College Hospital. Dr. Ovchinsky is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ovchinsky’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ovchinsky’s office at (212) 979-4200.

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

    • Residency: SUNY Long Island College Hospital | SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn/Long Island College Hospital Program

    • Medical School: SUNY Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Ovchinsky board certified as a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Ovchinsky, MD is board certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology

    What languages does Dr. Ovchinsky speak?

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

    • English
    • Russian

    What conditions does a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon like Dr. Ovchinsky typically treat?

    As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Ovchinsky 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. Ovchinsky. 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:

    • Nose and Sinus Disorder
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Nasal problems
    • Sinus problems
    • Nose and sinus conditions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3489: Other specified disorders of nose and nasal sinuses

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Crooked nose septum
    • Nasal blockage
    • Septal deviation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J342: Deviated nasal septum

    Also known as:

    • Sensorineural Hearing Loss
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Nonsyndromic hearing loss
    • Nerve Deafness
    • Inner Ear Hearing Loss
    • SNHL
    • Permanent Hearing Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Earwax
    • Ear Disorder
    • Impacted earwax
    • Earwax impaction
    • Excess earwax

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Maxillary sinus inflammation
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Persistent sinus inflammation
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J320: Chronic maxillary sinusitis
    • J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified
    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Nasal Turbinates
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Turbinate hypertrophy
    • Swollen turbinates
    • Congested turbinates

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J343: Hypertrophy of nasal turbinates

    Also known as:

    • Larynx Disorder
    • Throat Disorder
    • Voice box problems
    • Laryngeal conditions
    • Throat issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J387: Other diseases of larynx

    Also known as:

    • Acquired Nose Deformity
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Nose shape change
    • Deformed nose
    • Nasal deformity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M950: Acquired deformity of nose

    What procedures does a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon like Dr. Ovchinsky typically perform?

    As a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Ovchinsky 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. Ovchinsky. 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:

    • Deviated Septum Repair
    • Nose Job with Septum Repair
    • Nasal Airway Narrowing Repair
    • Nasal Turbinate Fracture
    • Turbinate Reduction Surgery
    • Septoplasty
    • Nasal Septum Surgery
    • Submucous Resection of Septum
    • Nose Septum Straightening
    • Primary Rhinoplasty
    • Septorhinoplasty
    • Nasal Reshaping
    • Cosmetic Nose Surgery
    • Nasal Vestibular Stenosis Repair
    • Nose Breathing Improvement Surgery
    • Spreader Grafting (Nose)
    • Lateral Nasal Wall Reconstruction
    • Therapeutic Nasal Turbinate Fracture
    • Nose Bone Fracture (Turbinate)
    • Inferior Turbinate Outfracture
    • Nasal Turbinate Ablation
    • Inferior Turbinate Reduction
    • Radiofrequency Turbinate Reduction

    CPT Codes:

    • 30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft
    • 30420: Rhinoplasty, primary; including major septal repair
    • 30465: Repair of nasal vestibular stenosis (eg, spreader grafting, lateral nasal wall reconstruction)
    • 30930: Fracture nasal inferior turbinate(s), therapeutic
    • 30802: Ablation, soft tissue of inferior turbinates, unilateral or bilateral, any method (eg, electrocautery, radiofrequency ablation, or tissue volume reduction); intramural (ie, submucosal)

    Also known as:

    • Nasal Turbinate Reduction Surgery
    • Inferior Turbinate Resection
    • Turbinate Reduction
    • Nasal Airway Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 30140: Submucous resection inferior turbinate, partial or complete, any method

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Nasal Endoscopy
    • Endoscopy
    • Nose Scope
    • Rhinoscope
    • Nasal Examination with Scope

    CPT Codes:

    • 31231: Nasal endoscopy, diagnostic, unilateral or bilateral (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Open Repair of Broken Nose and Septum
    • Nasal Fracture Surgery with Septum Repair
    • Broken Nose and Septum Surgery
    • Open Reduction Nasal Fracture

    CPT Codes:

    • 21335: Open treatment of nasal fracture; with concomitant open treatment of fractured septum

    Does Dr. Ovchinsky accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ovchinsky accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 979-4200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

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

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

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ovchinsky's office located?

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    2560 Ocean Ave # 2

    Brooklyn, NY 11229

    (212) 979-4200

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    Dr. Alexander Ovchinsky's Practice 2

    310 E 14th St Fl 6

    New York, NY 10003

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    Dr. Alexander Ovchinsky's Practice 3

    1046 S Orange Ave

    Short Hills, NJ 07078

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    What hospitals are Dr. Ovchinsky affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Ovchinsky has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai,New York, NY

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

    Dr. Ovchinsky's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871554469.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ovchinsky?

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

    What is Dr. Alexander Ovchinsky's specialty?

    Dr. Ovchinsky is a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon near Brooklyn, NY.

    What does a Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon do?

    A Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon is a physician specialized in both aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the face, head, and neck. These surgeons may come from different backgrounds, including plastic surgery or otolaryngology (ENT), with additional training focused on procedures specific to the facial area. They perform surgeries to enhance facial appearance (facial plastic surgery) and to restore function and appearance following trauma, congenital conditions, or disease (reconstructive surgery). Their expertise includes procedures such as facelifts, rhinoplasty, eyelid surgery, and reconstructive surgeries for patients with facial deformities or after accidents. The goal is to improve both the aesthetic and functional outcomes for patients.

    Is Dr. Alexander Ovchinsky affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ovchinsky is affiliated with Cooperman Barnabas 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. Alexander Ovchinsky accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Alexander Ovchinsky is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alexander Ovchinsky offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ovchinsky's office at (212) 979-4200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alexander Ovchinsky?

    Please contact Dr. Ovchinsky's office at (212) 979-4200 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ovchinsky's office located?

    Dr. Ovchinsky's offices are located in Brooklyn, NY, New York, NY, and Short Hills, NJ.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alexander Ovchinsky have?

    Dr. Alexander Ovchinsky is certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology.