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30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lazar, Pediatric Surgeon in Summit, NJ?
Dr. Eric Lazar, MD is a Pediatric Surgeon, who primarily practices in Summit, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years. Dr. Lazar is fluent in English, Yoruba, and Zulu, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lazar’s office at (732) 743-1212.
What languages does Dr. Lazar speak?
Dr. Lazar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Yoruba
Zulu
What conditions does a Pediatric Surgeon like Dr. Lazar typically treat?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Lazar 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. Lazar. 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:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Sunken Chest
- Birth Defects
- Pectus Excavatum
- Funnel Chest
- Concave Chest
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q676: Pectus excavatum
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
What procedures does a Pediatric Surgeon like Dr. Lazar typically perform?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Eric Lazar may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Lazar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lazar accept my insurance?
Dr. Lazar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 743-1212 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lazar accept in Summit, NJ?
Dr. Lazar in Summit, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lazar's office located?
What is Dr. Lazar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lazar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558334862.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lazar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lazar
What is Dr. Eric Lazar's specialty?
Dr. Lazar is a Pediatric Surgeon near Summit, NJ.
What does a Pediatric Surgeon do?
Pediatric Surgeons specializes in the management of surgical conditions in premature infants, newborns, children, and adolescents.
Is this Dr. Eric Lazar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lazar is affiliated with The Valley Hospital, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Hackensack University Medical Center 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
When to see a Pediatric Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Eric Lazar accepting new patients in Summit, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Eric Lazar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eric Lazar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lazar's office at (732) 743-1212 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eric Lazar?
Please contact Dr. Lazar's office at (732) 743-1212 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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