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Dr. David Crooks, MD

Surgeon

Orchard Park, NY

30 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Crooks, Surgeon in Orchard Park, NY?

    Dr. David Crooks, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Orchard Park, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Crooks completed his residency at Stanford Univ Hosp, General Surgery; Johns Hopkins Hosp, General Surgery. Dr. Crooks is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Crooks’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Crooks’s office at (716) 332-6834.

    Where did Dr. Crooks go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Stanford Univ Hosp, General Surgery; Johns Hopkins Hosp, General Surgery | Stanford University Hospital

    Is Dr. Crooks board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. David Crooks, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Crooks speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Crooks typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Crooks 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. Crooks. 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:

    • Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
    • Breast Cancer
    • Right female breast cancer upper-outer
    • Upper-outer right female breast tumor
    • Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
    • C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
    • C50811: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of right female breast

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Personal History of Breast Cancer
    • Breast Cancer
    • Past breast cancer
    • Previous mammary malignancy
    • History of breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z853: Personal history of malignant neoplasm of breast

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Crooks typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Crooks 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. Crooks. 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:

    • Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
    • Lymph Node Identification
    • Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
    • Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes

    CPT Codes:

    • 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Axillary Lymph Node Excision
    • Open Axillary Node Biopsy
    • Underarm Lymph Node Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)

    Also known as:

    • Radioactive Tracer Injection for Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Sentinel Node Mapping Injection
    • Lymph Node Tracer Injection
    • Radioactive Dye for Lymph Nodes
    • Sentinel Lymph Node Identification

    CPT Codes:

    • 38792: Injection procedure; radioactive tracer for identification of sentinel node

    Also known as:

    • Partial Mastectomy
    • Simple Mastectomy
    • Mastectomy
    • Lumpectomy
    • Breast conserving surgery
    • Quadrantectomy
    • Segmentectomy
    • Complete Mastectomy
    • Breast Removal Surgery
    • Total Mastectomy
    • Unilateral Mastectomy

    CPT Codes:

    • 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
    • 19303: Mastectomy, simple, complete

    Also known as:

    • Breast Lesion Localization
    • Breast clip placement
    • Wire localization for breast surgery
    • Radioactive seed placement in breast
    • Ultrasound-guided breast marker

    CPT Codes:

    • 19285: Placement of breast localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous; first lesion, including ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Breast Lump Removal with Marker Guidance
    • Image-Guided Breast Lesion Excision
    • Wire-Localized Breast Biopsy
    • Open Excision of Marked Breast Lesion
    • Breast Mass Removal with Marker

    CPT Codes:

    • 19125: Excision of breast lesion identified by preoperative placement of radiological marker, open; single lesion

    Does Dr. Crooks accept my insurance?

    Dr. Crooks accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 332-6834 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Crooks accept in Orchard Park, NY?

    Dr. Crooks in Orchard Park, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Independent Health Association

    • Lifetime Healthcare

    • Medicare

    • MVP Health Care

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Crooks' office located?

    Dr. David Crooks' Primary Practice

    3041 Orchard Park Rd Ste C

    Orchard Park, NY 14127

    (716) 332-6834

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    Dr. David Crooks' Practice 2

    160 East Ave

    Lockport, NY 14094

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    Dr. David Crooks' Practice 3

    199 Park Club Ln

    Williamsville, NY 14221

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

    Dr. Crooks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376615492.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Crooks?

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

    What is Dr. David Crooks's specialty?

    Dr. Crooks is a Surgeon near Orchard Park, NY.

    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. David Crooks affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Crooks is affiliated with Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, Olean General Hospital, Mount St. Mary’s Hospital, Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo 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. David Crooks accepting new patients in Orchard Park, NY?

    Yes, Dr. David Crooks is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Crooks offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Crooks' office at (716) 332-6834 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. David Crooks?

    Please contact Dr. Crooks' office at (716) 332-6834 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Crooks' office located?

    Dr. Crooks' offices are located in Orchard Park, NY, Lockport, NY, and Williamsville, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Crooks have?

    Dr. David Crooks is certified by the American Board of Surgery.