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Dr. Leighton Taylor, MD

Plastic Surgeon

Port Saint Lucie, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Taylor, Plastic Surgeon in Port Saint Lucie, FL?

    Dr. Leighton Taylor, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Port Saint Lucie, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Taylor is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Taylor’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Taylor’s office.

    Is Dr. Taylor board certified as a Plastic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Leighton Taylor, MD is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Taylor speak?

    Dr. Taylor and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Taylor typically treat?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Taylor 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. Taylor. 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:

    • Scars
    • Hypertrophic Scarring
    • Keloid Scars
    • Scar Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L910: Hypertrophic scar

    Also known as:

    • Epidermal Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Epidermoid Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L720: Epidermal cyst

    Also known as:

    • Dupuytren's Contracture
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Dupuytren contracture
    • Palmar fibromatosis
    • Viking disease
    • Hand contracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M720: Palmar fascial fibromatosis [Dupuytren]

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Right Middle Finger
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Middle Finger
    • Right Middle Finger Tendonitis
    • Snapping Right Middle Finger

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M65331: Trigger finger, right middle finger

    Also known as:

    • Right Arm Lump or Swelling
    • Right Upper Limb Mass
    • Bump on Right Arm
    • Right Arm Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2231: Localized swelling, mass and lump, right upper limb

    What procedures does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Taylor typically perform?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Taylor 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. Taylor. 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:

    • Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
    • Intermediate Wound Repair (2.5 cm or less)
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Laceration Repair (Body)
    • Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Deep Wound Stitching (Body)
    • Complex Wound Closure
    • Deep Wound Stitching
    • Injury Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
    • 12031: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.5 cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Skin Tag Removal (Up to 15)
    • Fibrocutaneous Tag Excision
    • Multiple Skin Tag Removal
    • Lesion Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11200: Removal of skin tags, multiple fibrocutaneous tags, any area; up to and including 15 lesions

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesion
    • Benign Skin Growth Excision
    • Skin Lesion Removal Surgery
    • Mole Removal
    • Skin Tumor Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 11403: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter 2.1 to 3.0 cm

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
    • Median Nerve Neuroplasty
    • Carpal Tunnel Decompression
    • Median Nerve Transposition

    CPT Codes:

    • 64721: Neuroplasty and/or transposition; median nerve at carpal tunnel

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Finger Release Surgery
    • Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Trigger Finger Tenolysis
    • Finger Tendon Release
    • Hand Tendon Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 26055: Tendon sheath incision (eg, for trigger finger)

    Does Dr. Taylor accept my insurance?

    Dr. Taylor accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Taylor accept in Port Saint Lucie, FL?

    Dr. Taylor in Port Saint Lucie, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CareCentrix

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Taylor's office located?

    Dr. Leighton Taylor's Primary Practice

    293 NW Peacock Blvd Ste 201

    Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986

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    Dr. Leighton Taylor's Practice 2

    2402 Frist Blvd

    Fort Pierce, FL 34950

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    Dr. Leighton Taylor's Practice 3

    1700 S 23rd St

    Fort Pierce, FL 34950

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    What is Dr. Taylor's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Taylor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407992662.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Taylor?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Taylor

    What is Dr. Leighton Taylor's specialty?

    Dr. Taylor is a Plastic Surgeon near Port Saint Lucie, FL.

    What does a Plastic Surgeon do?

    A plastic surgeon specializes in repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Cosmetic surgery is a key aspect of this specialty, where surgeons apply aesthetic principles to enhance appearance and optimize reconstructive outcomes, addressing both normal structures and those requiring reconstruction.

    Is Dr. Leighton Taylor affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Taylor is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital, Hca Florida Lawnwood Hospital, Hca Florida St. Lucie Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Indian River 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. Leighton Taylor accepting new patients in Port Saint Lucie, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Leighton Taylor is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Leighton Taylor offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Taylor's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Leighton Taylor?

    Please contact Dr. Taylor's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Taylor's office located?

    Dr. Taylor's offices are located in Port Saint Lucie, FL and Fort Pierce, FL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Leighton Taylor have?

    Dr. Leighton Taylor is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.