Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lucas, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Kew Gardens, NY?
What languages does Dr. Lucas speak?
Dr. Lucas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Hebrew
- Polish
- Spanish
What conditions does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Lucas typically treat?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Lucas 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. Lucas. 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:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- Right Foot Pain
- Left Foot Pain
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Aching right foot
- Right foot discomfort
- Pain in right sole
- Ache in left foot
- Left foot discomfort
- Sore left foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79671: Pain in right foot
- M79672: Pain in left foot
Also known as:
- Right Toe Pain
- Pain
- Toe Injuries and Disorder
- Aching right toes
- Right toe discomfort
- Pain in right foot digits
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79674: Pain in right toe(s)
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic nerve damage
- Diabetes-related nerve pain
- Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
What procedures does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Lucas typically perform?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Lucas 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. Lucas. 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:
- Nail Trimming and Cleaning
- Therapeutic Nail Debridement
- Thick Nail Treatment
- Fungal Nail Care
CPT Codes:
- 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more
Also known as:
- Intermediate Wound Repair (Neck, Hands, Feet, Genitalia)
- Intermediate Wound Repair
- Wounds and Injuries
- Laceration Repair
- Complex Wound Closure
- Surgical Wound Repair
- Injury Stitching
- Complex Laceration Repair
- Layered Wound Closure
- Deep Wound Stitching
CPT Codes:
- 12042: Repair, intermediate, wounds of neck, hands, feet and/or external genitalia; 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
- 12044: Repair, intermediate, wounds of neck, hands, feet and/or external genitalia; 7.6 cm to 12.5 cm
Also known as:
- Muscle Debridement
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
CPT Codes:
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Toe Amputation
- Metatarsophalangeal joint amputation
- Toe removal surgery
- Foot digit amputation
- MTP joint amputation
CPT Codes:
- 28820: Amputation, toe; metatarsophalangeal joint
Also known as:
- Application of Short Leg Splint
- Calf to Foot Splint
- Lower Leg Splinting
- Short Leg Immobilization
CPT Codes:
- 29515: Application of short leg splint (calf to foot)
Also known as:
- Small Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Joint Tap
- Bursa Fluid Removal
- Small Joint Injection
- Arthrocentesis
CPT Codes:
- 20600: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
- Tendon sheath injection
- Ligament injection
- Plantar fascia injection
- Soft tissue injection for pain
CPT Codes:
- 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")
Also known as:
- Foot Bone Infection Removal
- Tarsal Bone Excision
- Metatarsal Bone Infection Treatment
- Partial Foot Bone Removal
CPT Codes:
- 28122: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, sequestrectomy, or diaphysectomy) bone (eg, osteomyelitis or bossing); tarsal or metatarsal bone, except talus or calcaneus
Also known as:
- Open Treatment for Ankle Joint Disruption
- Syndesmosis Repair
- Distal Tibiofibular Joint Fixation
- Ankle Ligament Repair Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27829: Open treatment of distal tibiofibular joint (syndesmosis) disruption, includes internal fixation, when performed
Does Dr. Lucas accept my insurance?
Dr. Lucas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 352-4454 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lucas accept in Kew Gardens, NY?
Dr. Lucas in Kew Gardens, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Elderplan
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Lucas' office located?
Dr. Kelly Lucas' Primary Practice
12510 Queens Blvd Ste 301
Kew Gardens, NY 11415
(516) 352-4454
What hospitals are Dr. Lucas affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Lucas has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Kelly Lucas?
Dr. Lucas has appointments available at her Kew Gardens, NY office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Lucas's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lucas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134563265.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lucas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lucas