35 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Longaker, Plastic Surgeon in Redwood City, CA?
Dr. Michael Longaker, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Redwood City, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Longaker completed his residency at NYU Langone Medical Center. He is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Dr. Longaker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Longaker’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Longaker’s office at (650) 721-8800.
Where did Dr. Longaker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: UCLA - School of Medicine, Los Angeles, CA | UCLA - School of Medicine CA
Residency: NYU Langone Medical Center | University of California, San Francisco
Is Dr. Longaker board certified as a Plastic Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Michael Longaker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery since 1998, American Board of Plastic Surgery since 2009, American Board of Surgery since 1994
What languages does Dr. Longaker speak?
Dr. Longaker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Longaker typically treat?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Longaker 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. Longaker. 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:
- Open wound on foot
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Wounds and Injuries
- Foot cut
- Foot gash
- Foot injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S91301D: Unspecified open wound, right foot, subsequent encounter
- S91302D: Unspecified open wound, left foot, subsequent encounter
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:
- Open Wound on Right Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Wounds and Injuries
- Knee Cut
- Knee Gash
- Deep Knee Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- S81001D: Unspecified open wound, right knee, subsequent encounter
What procedures does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Longaker typically perform?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Longaker 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. Longaker. 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:
- Muscle Debridement
- Wound Debridement
- Deep Wound Cleaning
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Surgical Wound Debridement
- Tissue Removal for Wound Healing
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 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)
- 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)
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. Longaker accept my insurance?
Dr. Longaker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 721-8800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Longaker accept in Redwood City, CA?
Dr. Longaker in Redwood City, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Medicare
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Longaker's office located?
Dr. Michael Longaker's Primary Practice
420 Broadway St
Redwood City, CA 94063
(650) 721-8800
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Member
What is Dr. Longaker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Longaker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427183672.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Longaker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Longaker
What is Dr. Michael Longaker's specialty?
Dr. Longaker is a Plastic Surgeon near Redwood City, CA.
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 this Dr. Michael Longaker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Longaker is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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
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Is Michael Longaker accepting new patients in Redwood City, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Longaker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Longaker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Longaker's office at (650) 721-8800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Longaker?
Please contact Dr. Longaker's office at (650) 721-8800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Longaker have?
Dr. Michael Longaker is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and American Board of Surgery.
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