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Dr. Howard Perofsky, MD

Macon, GA

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Perofsky, Plastic Surgeon in Macon, GA?

    Dr. Howard Perofsky, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Macon, GA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Perofsky graduated from Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons and completed his residency at Kettering Med Ctr, Plastic Surgery; Mary Imogene Bassett Hosp, General Surgery; Brigham & Women'S Hosp, General Surgery; U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Perofsky is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Perofsky’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Perofsky’s office at (478) 742-4847.

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

    • Residency: Kettering Med Ctr, Plastic Surgery; Mary Imogene Bassett Hosp, General Surgery; Brigham & Women'S Hosp, General Surgery; U Hosp-Suny Hlth Sci Ctr, General Surgery | Mary Imogene Bassett Hospital | Kettering Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Columbia Univ Coll of Physicians And Surgeons, New York Ny | Columbia Univ College of Physicians And Surgeons

    Is Dr. Perofsky board certified in Plastic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Howard Perofsky, MD is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Perofsky speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Perofsky treat?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Perofsky 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. Perofsky. 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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
    • L89314: Pressure ulcer of right buttock, stage 4
    • L89224: Pressure ulcer of left hip, stage 4

    Also known as:

    • Breast Enlargement
    • Breast Disease
    • Breast hypertrophy
    • Macromastia
    • Gigantomastia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N62: Hypertrophy of breast

    Also known as:

    • Personal History of Other Skin Cancer
    • Skin Cancer
    • Past skin cancer
    • Previous cutaneous malignancy
    • History of skin tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z85828: Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of skin

    Also known as:

    • Back Pain
    • Dorsalgia
    • Spinal Pain
    • Aching Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5489: Other dorsalgia

    Also known as:

    • Quadriplegia
    • Paraplegia
    • Paralysis
    • Tetraplegia
    • Four limb paralysis
    • Complete paralysis
    • Lower body paralysis
    • Paralysis of legs
    • Spinal cord injury paralysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8250: Quadriplegia, unspecified
    • G8220: Paraplegia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    Also known as:

    • Scars
    • Hypertrophic Scarring
    • Keloid Scars
    • Scar Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L910: Hypertrophic scar

    Also known as:

    • Cancer Follow-up Exam
    • Cancer
    • Post-cancer treatment checkup
    • Malignancy surveillance
    • Oncology follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Skin Condition
    • Dermatological Disorders
    • Skin Diseases
    • Integumentary System Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z872: Personal history of diseases of the skin and subcutaneous tissue

    Also known as:

    • Localized Fat Deposits
    • Obesity
    • Excess Fat in Specific Areas
    • Lipodystrophy
    • Regional Adiposity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E65: Localized adiposity

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Acquired Nose Deformity
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Nose shape change
    • Deformed nose
    • Nasal deformity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M950: Acquired deformity of nose

    Also known as:

    • Panniculitis
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Fat layer inflammation
    • Subcutaneous fat disorder
    • Skin nodule inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M793: Panniculitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Personal History of Breast Cancer
    • Breast Cancer
    • Past breast cancer
    • Previous mammary malignancy
    • History of breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Nose Wound
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Open injury to nose
    • Nose trauma
    • Cut on nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0120XA: Unspecified open wound of nose, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer

    Which procedures does Dr. Perofsky perform as a Plastic Surgeon?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Howard Perofsky may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Perofsky's office.

    Does Dr. Perofsky accept my insurance?

    Dr. Perofsky accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (478) 742-4847 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Perofsky accept in Macon, GA?

    Dr. Perofsky in Macon, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alliant Health Plans

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Georgia

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Perofsky's office located?

    Dr. Howard Perofsky's Primary Practice

    682 Hemlock St Ste 230

    Macon, GA 31201

    (478) 742-4847

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    Dr. Howard Perofsky's Practice 2

    116 Tommy Stalnaker Dr # A

    Warner Robins, GA 31088

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

    Dr. Perofsky's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013918457.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Perofsky?

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

    What is Dr. Howard Perofsky's specialty?

    Dr. Perofsky is a Plastic Surgeon near Macon, GA. A plastic surgeon specializes in repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Cosmetic surgery is a key aspect of this specialty, where surgeons apply aesthetic principles to enhance appearance and optimize reconstructive outcomes, addressing both normal structures and those requiring reconstruction. Contact Dr. Perofsky to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Howard Perofsky affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Perofsky is affiliated with Piedmont Macon Medical Center, Atrium Health Navicent 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 Howard Perofsky accepting new patients in Macon, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Howard Perofsky is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Howard Perofsky offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Perofsky's office at (478) 742-4847 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Howard Perofsky?

    Please contact Dr. Perofsky's office at (478) 742-4847 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Howard Perofsky have?

    Dr. Howard Perofsky is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.

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