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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kipnis, Surgeon in Hackensack, NJ?
Dr. Seth Kipnis, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Hackensack, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Kipnis completed his residency at Umdnj-R W Johnson Med Sch, General Surgery. Dr. Kipnis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kipnis’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kipnis’s office at (732) 775-5005.
Where did Dr. Kipnis go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Umdnj-R W Johnson Med Sch, General Surgery
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny
Is Dr. Kipnis board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Seth Kipnis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Kipnis speak?
Dr. Kipnis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kipnis treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Kipnis 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. Kipnis. 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:
- Severe Obesity
- Other Types of Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
- Unspecified Obesity
- Obesity Not Due to Excess Calories
- Secondary Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- E668: Other obesity
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Incisional Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Post-surgical Hernia
- Surgical Incision Hernia
- Scar Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Bariatric Surgery Status
- Weight Loss Surgery
- Weight-loss (Metabolic & Bariatric) Surgery
- Weight Loss Surgery History
- Gastric Bypass Status
- Sleeve Gastrectomy Status
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9884: Bariatric surgery status
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:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
What procedures does Dr. Kipnis perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Kipnis 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. Kipnis. 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
- Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
- Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Repair of Paraesophageal Hernia (No Mesh)
- Umbilical Hernia Repair (Age 5+)
- Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
- 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
- Keyhole Paraesophageal Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hiatal Hernia Repair
- Fundoplasty (Laparoscopic)
- Belly Button Hernia Repair
- Adult Umbilical Hernia Surgery
- Reducible Umbilical Hernia Surgery
- Navel Hernia Repair
CPT Codes:
- 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
- 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
- 43281: Laparoscopy, surgical, repair of paraesophageal hernia, includes fundoplasty, when performed; without implantation of mesh
- 49585: Repair umbilical hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Sleeve Gastrectomy
- Gastric Sleeve Surgery
- Longitudinal Gastrectomy
- Laparoscopic Weight Loss Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 43775: Laparoscopy, surgical, gastric restrictive procedure; longitudinal gastrectomy (ie, sleeve gastrectomy)
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
CPT Codes:
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Kipnis accept my insurance?
Dr. Kipnis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 775-5005 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kipnis accept in Hackensack, NJ?
Dr. Kipnis in Hackensack, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carepoint Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Gorman-Rupp Co
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of New Jersey
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Kipnis' office located?
Dr. Seth Kipnis' Primary Practice
30 Prospect Ave Ste 2
Hackensack, NJ 07601
(732) 775-5005
What is Dr. Kipnis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kipnis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871559096.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kipnis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kipnis
What is Dr. Seth Kipnis's specialty?
Dr. Kipnis is a Surgeon near Hackensack, NJ. 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. Kipnis to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Seth Kipnis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kipnis is affiliated with Hackensack Meridian Jersey Shore University Medical Center, Hackensack Meridian Ocean University Medical Center, Community Medical Center - Toms River which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Seth Kipnis accepting new patients in Hackensack, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Seth Kipnis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Seth Kipnis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kipnis's office at (732) 775-5005 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Seth Kipnis?
Please contact Dr. Kipnis's office at (732) 775-5005 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Seth Kipnis have?
Dr. Seth Kipnis is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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