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34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tarasuk, Surgeon in Kings Park, NY?
Dr. Lawrence Tarasuk, DO is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Kings Park, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years. Dr. Tarasuk is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tarasuk’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tarasuk’s office at (631) 269-5800.
What languages does Dr. Tarasuk speak?
Dr. Tarasuk and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Tarasuk treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Tarasuk 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. Tarasuk. 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:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
- L89152: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 2
- L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Skin Ulcers
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic skin sores
- Diabetes-related wounds
- Foot ulcers from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11622: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin ulcer
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Tarasuk perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Tarasuk 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. Tarasuk. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Muscle Debridement
- Deep Wound Cleaning
- Unna Boot Application
- Skin Substitute Graft Application
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Skin Replacement
- Bioengineered Skin Application
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
- Surgical Wound Debridement
- Tissue Removal for Wound Healing
- Compression Boot Application
- Unna Paste Bandage
- Leg Ulcer Dressing
- Skin Replacement Procedure
- Wound Covering Application
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
- 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)
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11046: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
- 15272: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; each additional 25 sq cm wound surface area, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
- Bone Debridement
- Bone Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Bone Debridement
- Dead Bone Removal
- Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement
- Bone Cleaning Surgery
- Surgical Debridement of Bone
CPT Codes:
- 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11047: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Area)
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Covering Application
- Skin Replacement Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 15275: Application of skin substitute graft to face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet, and/or multiple digits, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
Does Dr. Tarasuk accept my insurance?
Dr. Tarasuk accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 269-5800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tarasuk accept in Kings Park, NY?
Dr. Tarasuk in Kings Park, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
ArcBest Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Leon Medical Centers
Longevity Health Plan
Medicare
Phillips Administrative Services
State of New York
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tarasuk's office located?
Dr. Lawrence Tarasuk's Primary Practice
395 Sunken Meadow Rd
Kings Park, NY 11754
(631) 269-5800
What is Dr. Tarasuk's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tarasuk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013182591.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tarasuk?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tarasuk
What is Dr. Lawrence Tarasuk's specialty?
Dr. Tarasuk is a Surgeon near Kings Park, 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. Tarasuk to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lawrence Tarasuk affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tarasuk is affiliated with Stony Brook Southampton Hospital 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 Lawrence Tarasuk accepting new patients in Kings Park, NY?
Yes, Dr. Lawrence Tarasuk is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lawrence Tarasuk offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tarasuk's office at (631) 269-5800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lawrence Tarasuk?
Please contact Dr. Tarasuk's office at (631) 269-5800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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