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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Furst, Podiatrist in Port Jefferson, NY?
Dr. Gerard Furst is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in Port Jefferson, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Furst is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Furst’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Furst’s office at (631) 331-8400.
What languages does Dr. Furst speak?
Dr. Furst and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Podiatrist like Dr. Furst typically treat?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Furst 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. Furst. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes with Other Skin Problems
- Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease and Gangrene
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Gangrene
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetic Skin Conditions
- Skin Issues from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Skin Complications
- Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease with Gangrene
- PAD with Tissue Death
- Circulation Problems with Gangrene from Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E11628: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin complications
- E1152: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy with gangrene
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pressure Sores
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89893: Pressure ulcer of other site, stage 3
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
What procedures does a Podiatrist like Dr. Furst typically perform?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Furst 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. Furst. 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
- Muscle Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Deep Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
- 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
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, 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)
- 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 Debridement
- Bone Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Bone Debridement
- Dead Bone Removal
- Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement
- Bone Cleaning Surgery
- Surgical Debridement of Bone
CPT Codes:
- 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11047: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Furst accept my insurance?
Dr. Furst accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 331-8400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Furst accept in Port Jefferson, NY?
Dr. Furst in Port Jefferson, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Furst's office located?
Dr. Gerard Furst's Primary Practice
75 N Country Rd
Port Jefferson, NY 11777
(631) 331-8400
What is Dr. Furst's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Furst's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275623456.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Furst?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Furst
What is Dr. Gerard Furst's specialty?
Dr. Furst is a Podiatrist near Port Jefferson, 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. Gerard Furst affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Furst is affiliated with Mather Hospital, Peconic Bay 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
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Is Gerard Furst accepting new patients in Port Jefferson, NY?
Yes, Dr. Gerard Furst is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gerard Furst offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Furst's office at (631) 331-8400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gerard Furst?
Please contact Dr. Furst's office at (631) 331-8400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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