30 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kass, Podiatrist in Forest Hills, NY?
Dr. Jeffrey Kass is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in Forest Hills, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years. Dr. Kass is fluent in English and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kass’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kass’s office at (718) 263-3500.
What languages does Dr. Kass speak?
Dr. Kass and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
What conditions does a Podiatrist like Dr. Kass typically treat?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Kass 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. Kass. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L600: Ingrowing nail
Also known as:
- Other Peripheral Vascular Disease
- Other PVD
- Other Peripheral Artery Disease
- Other PAD
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7389: Other specified peripheral vascular diseases
Also known as:
- Plantar Fibromatosis
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Heel Injuries and Disorder
- Ledderhose disease
- Plantar fasciitis nodule
- Foot fibromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M722: Plantar fascial fibromatosis
Also known as:
- Right Toe Pain
- Pain
- Toe Injuries and Disorder
- Aching right toes
- Right toe discomfort
- Pain in right foot digits
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79674: Pain in right toe(s)
What procedures does a Podiatrist like Dr. Kass typically perform?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Kass 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. Kass. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Nail Trimming and Cleaning
- Nail Debridement (1-5 Nails)
- Therapeutic Nail Debridement
- Thick Nail Treatment
- Fungal Nail Care
- Thick Nail Trimming
- Fungal Nail Treatment
- Nail Cleaning Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more
- 11720: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 1 to 5
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:
- Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
- Proud flesh removal
- Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
- Granulation tissue treatment
- Wound cautery
CPT Codes:
- 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)
Also known as:
- Hammertoe Correction Surgery
- Hammertoe Repair
- Toe Straightening Surgery
- Phalangectomy for Hammertoe
CPT Codes:
- 28285: Correction, hammertoe (eg, interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy)
Also known as:
- Toe Strapping
- Taping Toes
- Toe Bandaging
- Toe Support
CPT Codes:
- 29550: Strapping; toes
Also known as:
- Partial Removal of Toe Bone
- Toe phalanx excision
- Toe bone cleaning
- Osteomyelitis toe treatment
CPT Codes:
- 28124: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, sequestrectomy, or diaphysectomy) bone (eg, osteomyelitis or bossing); phalanx of toe
Does Dr. Kass accept my insurance?
Dr. Kass accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 263-3500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kass accept in Forest Hills, NY?
Dr. Kass in Forest Hills, 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
Centene Corporation
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT)
Medicare
Oscar Health
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Where is Dr. Kass' office located?
Dr. Jeffrey Kass' Primary Practice
6812 Yellowstone Blvd Ste A
Forest Hills, NY 11375
(718) 263-3500
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Jeffrey Kass?
Dr. Kass has appointments available at his Forest Hills, NY office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Kass's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kass's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831297902.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kass?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kass
What is Dr. Jeffrey Kass's specialty?
Dr. Kass is a Podiatrist near Forest Hills, NY.
What does a Podiatrist do?
A podiatrist is a person qualified by a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.) degree, licensed by the state, and practicing within the scope of that license. Podiatrists diagnose and treat foot diseases and deformities. They perform medical, surgical and other operative procedures, prescribe corrective devices and prescribe and administer drugs and physical therapy.
Is this Dr. Jeffrey Kass affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kass is affiliated with Long Island Jewish 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
When to see a Podiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jeffrey Kass accepting new patients in Forest Hills, NY?
Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Kass is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jeffrey Kass offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Kass, or call (718) 263-3500 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Jeffrey Kass?
Please contact Dr. Kass's office at (718) 263-3500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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