23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lettsome, Surgeon in Dover, DE?
Dr. Lydell Lettsome, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Dover, DE with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Lettsome graduated from Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and completed his residency at Brooklyn Hosp Ctr, General Surgery; Pa Hospital-Uphs, General Surgery. He is a member of the American College of Surgeons, American Society of Breast Surgeons, American Institute of Healthcare. Dr. Lettsome is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lettsome’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lettsome’s office at (845) 517-2870.
Where did Dr. Lettsome go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brooklyn Hosp Ctr, General Surgery; Pa Hospital-Uphs, General Surgery | The Brooklyn Hospital Center | The Brooklyn Hospital Center
Medical School: Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University | Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
Is Dr. Lettsome board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Lydell Lettsome, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery , American Board of Surgery since 2006
What languages does Dr. Lettsome speak?
Dr. Lettsome and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Lettsome typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Lettsome 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. Lettsome. 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:
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Left Lower Leg
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Lower Right Leg
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer
- Skin Condition
- Non-Pressure Leg Sore
- Persistent Leg Wound
- Left Leg Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore on Lower Leg
- Open Sore on Leg
- Skin Wound on Leg
- Non-healing Wound
- Open Sore
- Skin Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97922: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of unspecified part of left lower leg with fat layer exposed
- L97912: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of unspecified part of right lower leg with fat layer exposed
- L98492: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
Also known as:
- Varicose Veins with Leg Ulcer
- Varicose Veins
- Venous Ulcer
- Leg Ulcer from Varicose Veins
- Venous Stasis Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83029: Varicose veins of left lower extremity with ulcer of unspecified site
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Lettsome typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Lettsome 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. Lettsome. 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 Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Muscle Debridement
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
- Deep Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Skin Replacement
- Bioengineered Skin Application
- Surgical Wound Debridement
- Tissue Removal for Wound Healing
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)
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, 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
- 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)
Also known as:
- Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
- Bone Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Bone Debridement
- Dead Bone Removal
- Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement
CPT Codes:
- 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
Does Dr. Lettsome accept my insurance?
Dr. Lettsome accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (845) 517-2870 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lettsome accept in Dover, DE?
Dr. Lettsome in Dover, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Lettsome's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Lettsome affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Lettsome has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American College of Surgeons, American Society of Breast Surgeons, American Institute of Healthcare
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What is Dr. Lettsome's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lettsome's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578655098.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lettsome?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lettsome
What is Dr. Lydell Lettsome's specialty?
Dr. Lettsome is a Surgeon near Dover, DE.
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 Dr. Lydell Lettsome affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lettsome is affiliated with Bayhealth Hospital, Kent Campus, Temple University Hospital, Wilmington Hospital 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 Dr. Lydell Lettsome accepting new patients in Dover, DE?
Yes, Dr. Lydell Lettsome is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lydell Lettsome offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lettsome's office at (845) 517-2870 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lydell Lettsome?
Please contact Dr. Lettsome's office at (845) 517-2870 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Lettsome's office located?
Dr. Lettsome's offices are located in Dover, DE and Milford, DE.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lydell Lettsome have?
Dr. Lydell Lettsome is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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