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Dr. Dana Fugelso, MD

Brookline, MA

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Fugelso, Surgeon in Brookline, MA?

    Dr. Dana Fugelso, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Brookline, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Fugelso completed her residency at Beth Israel Hospital Boston. Dr. Fugelso is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fugelso’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fugelso’s office at (617) 731-8334.

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

    • Residency: Beth Israel Hospital Boston

    Is Dr. Fugelso board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Dana Fugelso, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Fugelso speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Fugelso treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Fugelso 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. Fugelso. 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:

    • Early Stage Anal Cancer
    • Anal Cancer
    • Anal Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
    • Anal Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Precancerous Anal Lesion
    • Stage 0 Anal Cancer
    • Anus Cancer
    • Anal Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D013: Carcinoma in situ of anus and anal canal
    • C210: Malignant neoplasm of anus, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Genital Warts
    • Venereal Warts
    • HPV Warts
    • Anogenital Warts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A630: Anogenital (venereal) warts

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhoidal Skin Tags
    • Hemorrhoids
    • Anal skin tags
    • Perianal skin tags
    • Leftover hemorrhoid skin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K644: Residual hemorrhoidal skin tags

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Other Anal and Rectal Condition
    • Anal Disorder
    • Rectal Disorder
    • Proctitis
    • Anal Disorders
    • Rectal Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K6289: Other specified diseases of anus and rectum

    Also known as:

    • Epidermal Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Epidermoid Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L720: Epidermal cyst

    What procedures does Dr. Fugelso perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Fugelso 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. Fugelso. 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:

    • Rectal Tumor Removal
    • Rectal Tumor Ablation
    • Transanal Tumor Excision
    • Rectal Cancer Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 45190: Destruction of rectal tumor (eg, electrodesiccation, electrosurgery, laser ablation, laser resection, cryosurgery) transanal approach

    Also known as:

    • Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
    • Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Hemorrhoid Removal with Rubber Band Ligation
    • Rubber Band Ligation for Hemorrhoids
    • Internal Hemorrhoid Ligation
    • Banding of Hemorrhoids
    • Hemorrhoid Banding

    CPT Codes:

    • 46221: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal, by rubber band ligation(s)

    Also known as:

    • Anal Skin Tag Removal
    • Anal Papilla Excision
    • Perianal Skin Tag Removal
    • Anal Lesion Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 46220: Excision of single external papilla or tag, anus

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Multiple Hemorrhoids
    • Hemorrhoidectomy
    • Internal and External Hemorrhoid Surgery
    • Piles Removal Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 46260: Hemorrhoidectomy, internal and external, 2 or more columns/groups;

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Anal Skin Tags
    • Anal Papillae Excision
    • Perianal Skin Tag Removal
    • Anorectal Tag Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 46230: Excision of multiple external papillae or tags, anus

    Also known as:

    • Freeing Intestinal Adhesions
    • Enterolysis
    • Bowel Adhesion Removal
    • Lysis of Intestinal Adhesions
    • Release of Bowel Scar Tissue

    CPT Codes:

    • 44005: Enterolysis (freeing of intestinal adhesion) (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Anal Lesions (Electrocautery)
    • Anal Wart Removal (Electrocautery)
    • Electrosurgical Destruction of Anal Lesions
    • Anus Lesion Excision
    • Electrodessication of Anal Condyloma

    CPT Codes:

    • 46910: Destruction of lesion(s), anus (eg, condyloma, papilloma, molluscum contagiosum, herpetic vesicle), simple; electrodesiccation

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Non-Cancerous Skin Growth (1.1-2.0 cm)
    • Benign Skin Lesion Removal (0.6-1.0 cm)
    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesion (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Benign Skin Lesion Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
    • Mole Removal (Non-Cancerous)
    • Skin growth excision
    • Mole removal
    • Benign skin tumor removal
    • Skin lesion surgery
    • Benign Skin Growth Excision
    • Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
    • Mole Removal (Large)

    CPT Codes:

    • 11402: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm
    • 11421: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; excised diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
    • 11404: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 3.1 to 4.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Large Benign Skin Lesion Removal
    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesion
    • Small Benign Lesion Removal (Head/Extremities)
    • Benign Skin Growth Excision
    • Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
    • Large Skin Lesion Biopsy
    • Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
    • Mole Removal
    • Skin Tumor Excision
    • Benign Growth Excision (Scalp/Neck)
    • Hand/Foot Lesion Removal
    • Genital Lesion Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 11406: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm
    • 11403: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm
    • 11422: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; excised diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm

    Does Dr. Fugelso accept my insurance?

    Dr. Fugelso accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 731-8334 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Fugelso accept in Brookline, MA?

    Dr. Fugelso in Brookline, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • State of Nevada

    • Steward Health Choice

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Fugelso's office located?

    Dr. Dana Fugelso's Primary Practice

    1101 Beacon St Ste 1W

    Brookline, MA 02446

    (617) 731-8334

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    Dr. Dana Fugelso's Practice 2

    75 Mount Auburn St

    Cambridge, MA 02138

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    Dr. Dana Fugelso's Practice 3

    1563 Massachusetts Ave

    Cambridge, MA 02138

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

    Dr. Fugelso's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518925585.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fugelso?

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

    What is Dr. Dana Fugelso's specialty?

    Dr. Fugelso is a Surgeon near Brookline, MA. 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. Fugelso to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Dana Fugelso affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Fugelso is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center-Boston 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 Dana Fugelso accepting new patients in Brookline, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Dana Fugelso is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dana Fugelso offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Fugelso's office at (617) 731-8334 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dana Fugelso?

    Please contact Dr. Fugelso's office at (617) 731-8334 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Dana Fugelso have?

    Dr. Dana Fugelso is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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