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Dr. Darko Pucar, MD, PHD

Weston, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pucar, Diagnostic Radiologist in Weston, FL?

    Dr. Darko Pucar, MD, PHD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Weston, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Nuclear Medicine and American Board of Radiology. Dr. Pucar graduated from University of Belgrade Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at New York Presbyterian Hospital (Columbia and Cornell Campus) Program. Dr. Pucar is fluent in English and Slavic languages, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pucar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pucar’s office at (203) 688-2433.

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

    • Residency: New York Presbyterian Hospital (Columbia and Cornell Campus) Program

    • Medical School: University of Belgrade Faculty of Medicine

    Is Dr. Pucar board certified in Diagnostic Radiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Darko Pucar, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Nuclear Medicine , American Board of Radiology

    What languages does Dr. Pucar speak?

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

    • English

    • Slavic languages

    What conditions does Dr. Pucar treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Pucar 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. Pucar. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Embolism
    • Blood clot in lung
    • Lung embolism
    • PE

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma
    • Mammary cancer
    • Breast carcinoma
    • Breast tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
    • C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
    • C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
    • C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast

    Also known as:

    • Indigestion
    • Gas in the Digestive Tract
    • Indigestion (Dyspepsia)
    • Dyspepsia
    • Upset Stomach
    • Stomach Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K30: Functional dyspepsia

    Also known as:

    • Nausea
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick to Stomach
    • Queasiness
    • Upset Stomach

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R110: Nausea

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Bone Cancer
    • Bone Cancer
    • Metastatic bone cancer
    • Cancer spread to bone
    • Bone metastases

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone

    Also known as:

    • Thyroid Cancer
    • Thyroid Carcinoma
    • Malignant Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Gland Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland

    Also known as:

    • Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Cholecystitis
    • Inflamed gallbladder
    • Gallbladder attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K819: Cholecystitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Right upper lobe lung cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Myeloma
    • Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Active multiple myeloma
    • Untreated multiple myeloma
    • Plasma cell myeloma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission

    Also known as:

    • Melanoma
    • Malignant Melanoma
    • Skin Cancer (Melanoma)
    • Cutaneous Melanoma
    • Black Skin Cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C439: Malignant melanoma of skin, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Tremor
    • Shaking
    • Involuntary Shaking
    • Essential Tremor
    • Parkinsonian Tremor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R251: Tremor, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dementia
    • Cognitive decline
    • Memory loss
    • Brain disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety

    What procedures does Dr. Pucar perform?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Pucar 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. Pucar. 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.

    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

    Does Dr. Pucar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pucar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 688-2433 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pucar accept in Weston, FL?

    Dr. Pucar in Weston, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Pucar's office located?

    Dr. Darko Pucar's Primary Practice

    2950 Cleveland Clinic Blvd

    Weston, FL 33331

    (203) 688-2433

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    Dr. Darko Pucar's Practice 2

    3100 Weston Rd

    Weston, FL 33331

    (954) 689-5000

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    Dr. Darko Pucar's Practice 3

    20 York St

    New Haven, CT 06510

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

    Dr. Pucar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679725451.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pucar?

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

    What is Dr. Darko Pucar's specialty?

    Dr. Pucar is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Weston, FL. A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions. Contact Dr. Pucar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Darko Pucar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pucar is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Indian River 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 Darko Pucar accepting new patients in Weston, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Darko Pucar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Darko Pucar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pucar's office at (203) 688-2433 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Darko Pucar?

    Please contact Dr. Pucar's office at (203) 688-2433 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Darko Pucar have?

    Dr. Darko Pucar is certified by the American Board of Nuclear Medicine and American Board of Radiology.

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