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33 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Becker, Surgeon in Oceanside, NY?
Dr. Kenneth Becker, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Oceanside, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Becker graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at Nassau University Medical Center Program. Dr. Becker is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Becker’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Becker’s office.
Where did Dr. Becker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Nassau University Medical Center Program
Medical School: State University of New York Downstate College of Medicine | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine
Is Dr. Becker board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Becker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Becker speak?
Dr. Becker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Becker treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Becker 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. Becker. 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:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Incisional Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
- Post-surgical Hernia
- Surgical Incision Hernia
- Scar Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Loss of Digestive Organ Part
- Digestive Disease
- Digestive Tract Removal
- Missing Digestive Organ
- Gastrointestinal Resection
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9049: Acquired absence of other specified parts of digestive tract
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
What procedures does Dr. Becker perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Becker 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. Becker. 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:
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
- Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
- Ventral Hernia Repair
- Umbilical Hernia Repair
- Incisional Hernia Repair
- Epigastric Hernia Surgery
- Groin Hernia Surgery
- Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
- First Inguinal Hernia Fix
- Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
- Ventral hernia repair
- Umbilical hernia surgery
- Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
- Incisional hernia repair
CPT Codes:
- 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
- 49593: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, reducible
- 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
- 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal
CPT Codes:
- 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Appendectomy
- Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
- Keyhole Appendectomy
- Scope Appendectomy
CPT Codes:
- 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Becker accept my insurance?
Dr. Becker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Becker accept in Oceanside, NY?
Dr. Becker in Oceanside, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
ArcBest Corporation
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst
MagnaCare Rx
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Becker's office located?
What is Dr. Becker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Becker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336104959.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Becker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Becker
What is Dr. Kenneth Becker's specialty?
Dr. Becker is a Surgeon near Oceanside, 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. Becker to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kenneth Becker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Becker is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Mount Sinai South Nassau. 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 Becker accepting new patients in Oceanside, NY?
Yes, Dr. Kenneth Becker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kenneth Becker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Becker's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kenneth Becker?
Please contact Dr. Becker's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kenneth Becker have?
Dr. Kenneth Becker is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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