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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Farr, Surgeon in Livingston, NJ?
Dr. Michael Farr, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Livingston, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Farr is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Farr’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Farr’s office at (732) 450-1200.
What languages does Dr. Farr speak?
Dr. Farr and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Farr typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Farr 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. Farr. 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:
- Ventral Hernia with Bowel Blockage
- Obstructed Surgical Incision Hernia
- Hernia
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Abdominal Wall Hernia with Obstruction
- Incisional Hernia with Blockage
- Incisional Hernia with Obstruction
- Blocked Incision Hernia
- Strangulated Incisional Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K436: Other and unspecified ventral hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
- K430: Incisional hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
Also known as:
- Inguinal Hernia with Obstruction
- Hernia
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Groin Hernia with Blockage
- Strangulated Inguinal Hernia
- Obstructed Groin Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4030: Unilateral inguinal hernia, with obstruction, without gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Lipoma of the Spermatic Cord
- Benign Tumor
- Fatty tumor on spermatic cord
- Benign fatty growth near testicle
- Testicle fatty lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- D176: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of spermatic cord
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Farr typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Farr 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. Farr. 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:
- Emergency Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Incarcerated Hernia Repair
- Strangulated Hernia Surgery
- Ventral Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Umbilical Hernia Repair
CPT Codes:
- 49594: 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); 3 cm to 10 cm, incarcerated or strangulated
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Spermatic Cord Lesion Removal
- Spermatic Cord Mass Excision
- Testicular Cord Lesion Surgery
- Scrotal Mass Removal
CPT Codes:
- 55520: Excision of lesion of spermatic cord (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Varicocele Repair
- Laparoscopic Spermatic Vein Ligation
- Varicocelectomy (Laparoscopic)
- Minimally Invasive Varicocele Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 55550: Laparoscopy, surgical, with ligation of spermatic veins for varicocele
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 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)
Does Dr. Farr accept my insurance?
Dr. Farr accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 450-1200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Farr accept in Livingston, NJ?
Dr. Farr in Livingston, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carepoint Health
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Farr's office located?
Dr. Michael Farr's Primary Practice
94 Old Short Hills Rd
Livingston, NJ 07039
(732) 450-1200
What is Dr. Farr's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Farr's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275912008.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Farr?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Farr
What is Dr. Michael Farr's specialty?
Dr. Farr is a Surgeon near Livingston, NJ.
What does a Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Michael Farr affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Farr is affiliated with Newark Beth Israel Medical Center 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 Michael Farr accepting new patients in Livingston, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Michael Farr is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Farr offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Farr's office at (732) 450-1200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Farr?
Please contact Dr. Farr's office at (732) 450-1200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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