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Dr. Yale M. Kadesky, MD - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Escondido, California

Dr. Yale M. Kadesky, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Escondido, California
● Taking New Patients
NPI: 1437343605· License: C50002 (CA) verify
Medical school: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine · Graduated 1976
Industry payments (2024): $450 across 9 payments (what this means)
4.69(34 ratings)
Dr. Yale M. Kadesky, MD - Board Certified Plastic Surgeon in Escondido, California

The H-Art of Plastic Surgery

1045 E Pennsylvania Ave, California

(760) 741-5466

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Each service is approximately 60 minutes.

About

Dr. Yale M. Kadesky, MD is a highly-rated board-certified plastic surgeon based in Escondido, California. Known as one of San Diego's top plastic surgeons, Dr. Kadesky emphasizes the balance of heart and artistry in his work. He's affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Poway and Palomar Medical Center. Interested patients can connect with him through his active social media presence on Facebook, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter). Dr. Kadesky is a Johns Hopkins School of Medicine graduate and prides himself on patient advocacy, focusing on procedures with long-term safety and effectiveness. Contact his office for a free consultation.

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Specialties

  • Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Procedures & Services

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Industry Payments

Federal law (the Physician Payments Sunshine Act) requires drug and medical-device companies to report anything of value they give to a physician — consulting and speaking fees, research funding, travel, royalties, and even meals. Medicare publishes all of it in a public database called Open Payments. We show it here so you don't have to go looking for it.

Total received (2024)

$450

Payments

9

Compared to peers

Small

Dr. Yale M. Kadesky received $450 across 9 payments in 2024. That is in the lower half for physicians here — totals this size are typically meals at sponsored talks. Most of it was categorised as food and beverage, and the largest single payer was PolyNovo North America LLC.

What this means for your care

  • A disclosed payment is a business relationship, not evidence of wrongdoing, and it says nothing on its own about the quality of your care.
  • Most payments are small. Across the physicians listed on NavMDs, the single most common category is food and beverage at industry-sponsored talks.
  • Larger consulting, speaking or royalty payments mean an ongoing financial relationship with a company whose products your doctor may use or recommend. That is worth knowing about, and it is reasonable to ask about.
  • A fair question to ask: “Do you have a financial relationship with the maker of the implant, filler or device you're recommending — and what alternatives did you consider?”

Source: CMS Open Payments, the federal database created by the Sunshine Act. View the full record on CMS Open Payments ↗

Average Cost of Surgery

Healthcare costs shouldn't be a mystery. Below, you'll find crowdsourced data on the actual costs of surgeries performed by Dr. Yale M. Kadesky, submitted anonymously by the patient community. Use this as a guide to better anticipate your own expenses. Please note that final costs can vary based on your specific medical needs.

Tummy Tuck

$12,500

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Patient Experience

Dr. Yale M. Kadesky Review Summary

4.5
Dr. Kadesky receives stellar reviews, averaging 4.5 stars across multiple platforms. He boasts a 4.0 rating based on 8 reviews, a 4.5 on Healthgrades and Care.Healthline, and an impressive 4.8 on Google Reviews.

Ratings from Other Platforms

healthgrades.com

4.5 out of 5

Based on 19 reviews

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care.healthline.com

4.5 out of 5

Based on 19 reviews

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Google Reviews

4.8 out of 5

Based on 65 reviews

View on Google Reviews

Patient Awards

Top Plastic Surgeon
Best

Insurance Information

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Phone: (760) 741-5466

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Location & Contact Information

The H-Art of Plastic Surgery

1045 E Pennsylvania Ave

Escondido, California 92025

Office Information

Phone: (760) 741-5466

Where does Dr. Yale M. Kadesky practice?

Doctor's Office

The H-Art of Plastic Surgery (Primary)

1045 E Pennsylvania Ave, Escondido, California 92025

(8 reviews)

Hospital Affiliations

CA. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Palomar Medical Center Poway and Palomar Medical Center

Help improve our data. Confirm if Dr. Yale M. Kadesky is affiliated with CA. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Palomar Medical Center Poway and Palomar Medical Center.

Education & Experience

Education

Johns Hopkins Medical School
Johns Hopkins School Of Medicine

Certifications & Licenses

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. Yale M. Kadesky online?
The provided information doesn't confirm online booking, but contacting the office at (760) 741-5466 is recommended.
Does Dr. Yale M. Kadesky offer telehealth?
Telehealth availability isn't specified in the provided information. Contacting the office directly is recommended for inquiries.
What do patients have to say about Dr. Yale M. Kadesky?
While many patients praise Dr. Kadesky's meticulous work and amazing results, describing him as "awesome" and "the best," some negative reviews allege a "botched surgery" and poor treatment. Potential patients should consider all reviews before making a decision.
What areas of care does Dr. Yale M. Kadesky cater to?
Dr. Kadesky's areas of care include plastic surgery, with a focus on procedures that offer long-term safety and effectiveness. He is also mentioned as a wound specialist, skilled in skin grafts and hand reconstructive surgery. His descriptions highlight rhinoplasty as a specialty. He also appears to offer general plastic surgery consultations.