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Who is Dr. Kote, General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist in Smithtown, NY?
Dr. Mila Kote, DO is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, who primarily practices in Smithtown, NY. Dr. Kote is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kote’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kote’s office at (631) 540-0022.
What languages does Dr. Kote speak?
Dr. Kote and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
What conditions does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist like Dr. Kote typically treat?
As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Dr. Kote 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. Kote. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Skin Condition
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
ICD-10 Codes:
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
Also known as:
- Trunk Lump or Swelling
- Head Lump or Swelling
- Body Mass
- Torso Lump
- Trunk Nodule
- Head Mass
- Bump on Head
- Head Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R222: Localized swelling, mass and lump, trunk
- R220: Localized swelling, mass and lump, head
Also known as:
- Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
- Skin Condition
- Scar Tissue
- Fibrotic Skin
- Excessive Scarring
ICD-10 Codes:
- L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin
Also known as:
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Nose
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
- Rodent Ulcer
- BCC
- Basal Cell Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C44319: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
- C44311: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of nose
Also known as:
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Trunk
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
- Trunk BCC
- Rodent Ulcer of Trunk
- Trunk Basal Cell Tumor
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Neck
- Scalp BCC
- Neck BCC
ICD-10 Codes:
- C44519: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk
- C4441: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
What procedures does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist like Dr. Kote typically perform?
As a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist, Dr. Kote 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. Kote. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Wound or Burn Site Preparation for Graft
- Surgery
- Surgical Wound Debridement
- Burn Eschar Excision
- Scar Contracture Release
- Recipient Site Preparation
CPT Codes:
- 15002: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, trunk, arms, legs; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children
Also known as:
- Surgical Preparation for Skin Graft (Infants/Children)
- Surgery
- Wound Debridement for Graft
- Burn Scar Release Surgery
- Recipient Site Preparation for Skin Repair
CPT Codes:
- 15004: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet and/or multiple digits; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children
Also known as:
- Small Skin Flap Surgery (Scalp, Arms, or Legs)
- Adjacent Tissue Transfer
- Local Flap Surgery
- Skin Rearrangement Procedure
- Small Defect Skin Repair
CPT Codes:
- 14020: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, scalp, arms and/or legs; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery (Trunk)
- Adjacent tissue transfer
- Local flap surgery
- Skin rearrangement
CPT Codes:
- 14000: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, trunk; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Tissue Transfer
- Local Flap Reconstruction
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
CPT Codes:
- 14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Facial Tissue Transfer (Eyelids, Nose, Ears, Lips)
- Local Flap Surgery
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
- Facial Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 14060: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, eyelids, nose, ears and/or lips; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Adjacent Tissue Transfer (Trunk)
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Local Flap Reconstruction
- Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
- Skin Repair Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 14001: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, trunk; defect 10.1 sq cm to 30.0 sq cm
Also known as:
- Malignant Skin Lesion Removal
- Skin cancer excision
- Malignant mole removal
- Cancerous skin lesion surgery
- Skin tumor removal
CPT Codes:
- 11601: Excision, malignant lesion including margins, trunk, arms, or legs; excised diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
Does Dr. Kote accept my insurance?
Dr. Kote accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 540-0022 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kote accept in Smithtown, NY?
Dr. Kote in Smithtown, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
MagnaCare Rx Administered Payer
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kote's office located?
What is Dr. Kote's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kote's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124281258.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kote?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kote
What is Dr. Mila Kote's specialty?
Dr. Kote is a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist near Smithtown, NY.
What does a General Surgeon - Hand Surgery Specialist do?
A surgeon specializing in the medical, surgical, and rehabilitative management of the upper extremity focuses on the investigation, preservation, and restoration of structures that directly impact the form and function of the hand and wrist.
Is this Dr. Mila Kote affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kote is affiliated with St. Catherine Of Siena 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 Mila Kote accepting new patients in Smithtown, NY?
Yes, Dr. Mila Kote is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mila Kote offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kote's office at (631) 540-0022 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mila Kote?
Please contact Dr. Kote's office at (631) 540-0022 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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