Dr. Jerry Laster, MD
Dallas, TX
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Laster, Family Medicine Specialist in Dallas, TX?
Where did Dr. Laster go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Missouri-Columbia Program
Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas
What languages does Dr. Laster speak?
Dr. Laster and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Laster typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Laster 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. Laster. 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:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
- Bedsore
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
- L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3
- L89313: Pressure ulcer of right buttock, stage 3
- L89893: Pressure ulcer of other site, stage 3
- L89323: Pressure ulcer of left buttock, stage 3
- L89623: Pressure ulcer of left heel, stage 3
- L89613: Pressure ulcer of right heel, stage 3
Also known as:
- Cut on Lower Back and Pelvis
- Wounds and Injuries
- Lower Back Laceration
- Pelvic Cut
- Back Wound
- Hip Cut
ICD-10 Codes:
- S31010A: Laceration without foreign body of lower back and pelvis without penetration into retroperitoneum, initial encounter
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Laster typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Laster 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. Laster. 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)
Also known as:
- Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
- Proud flesh removal
- Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
- Granulation tissue treatment
- Wound cautery
CPT Codes:
- 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)
Does Dr. Laster accept my insurance?
Dr. Laster accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 866-9951 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Laster accept in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Laster in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
American Health Advantage Texas
Centene Corporation
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Texas
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Laster's office located?
Dr. Jerry Laster's Primary Practice
17218 Preston Rd Ste 2000
Dallas, TX 75252
(305) 866-9951
What hospitals are Dr. Laster affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Laster has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Laster's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Laster's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619994423.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Laster?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Laster