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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lelkes, Orthopedic Surgeon in Neptune, NJ?
Dr. Valdis Lelkes, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Neptune, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lelkes is fluent in English and Latvian/Lettish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lelkes’s practice accepts Medicare, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lelkes’s office at (551) 996-8867.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Lelkes?
Dr. Valdis Lelkes, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Lelkes empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Amputation Surgery, Bone Tumors-Metastatic, Limb Salvage, Malignant soft tissue tumor, Orthopedic Oncology, Soft Tissue Tumors, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Neptune, NJ community, Dr. Lelkes is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Lelkes speak?
Dr. Lelkes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Latvian/Lettish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Lelkes typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Lelkes 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. Lelkes. 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:
- Unspecified Bone Disorder
- Bone Disease
- General bone problem
- Undiagnosed bone condition
- Bone disease not specified
ICD-10 Codes:
- M899: Disorder of bone, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Soft Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle and connective tissue problems
- Uncommon soft tissue conditions
- Various soft tissue ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders
Also known as:
- Bone or Cartilage Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Bone Disease
- Cartilage Disorder
- Bone Neoplasm
- Cartilage Neoplasm
- Uncertain Bone Growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- D480: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of bone and articular cartilage
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:
- Soft Tissue Sarcoma
- Cancer
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Malignant Soft Tissue Tumor
- Connective Tissue Cancer
- Soft Tissue Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C499: Malignant neoplasm of connective and soft tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Benign Bone and Cartilage Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Bone Disease
- Cartilage Disorder
- Non-cancerous bone growth
- Benign cartilage mass
- Non-malignant bone tumor
- Benign growth in bone
ICD-10 Codes:
- D169: Benign neoplasm of bone and articular cartilage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Screening for Other Viral Disease
- Health Screening
- Other Viral Infection Screening
- Miscellaneous Virus Test
- Non-COVID Viral Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Lelkes typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Lelkes 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. Lelkes. 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:
- Open Bone Biopsy (Deep)
- Biopsy
- Deep Bone Biopsy
- Surgical Bone Biopsy
- Humeral Shaft Biopsy
- Femoral Shaft Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 20245: Biopsy, bone, open; deep (eg, humeral shaft, ischium, femoral shaft)
Also known as:
- Thigh or Knee Soft Tissue Tumor Removal (Small)
- Thigh tumor excision
- Knee soft tissue mass removal
- Intramuscular tumor removal leg
CPT Codes:
- 27328: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of thigh or knee area, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); less than 5 cm
Also known as:
- Major Arm or Leg Nerve Repair
- Peripheral Nerve Surgery
- Nerve Reconstruction Arm/Leg
- Open Neuroplasty
CPT Codes:
- 64708: Neuroplasty, major peripheral nerve, arm or leg, open; other than specified
Does Dr. Lelkes accept my insurance?
Dr. Lelkes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (551) 996-8867 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lelkes accept in Neptune, NJ?
Dr. Lelkes in Neptune, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carepoint Health
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
Oscar Health
State of New Jersey
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lelkes' office located?
What is Dr. Lelkes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lelkes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427478270.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lelkes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lelkes
What is Dr. Valdis Lelkes's specialty?
Dr. Lelkes is a Orthopedic Surgeon near Neptune, NJ.
What does an Orthopedic Surgeon do?
An orthopedic surgeon has specialization in preserving, investigating, and restoring the form and function of the extremities, spine, and related structures through medical, surgical, and physical methods. They care for patients with musculoskeletal issues, including congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances, and degenerative diseases affecting the spine, hands, feet, knees, hips, shoulders, and elbows in both children and adults. Additionally, orthopedic surgeons address primary and secondary muscular problems and the impact of central or peripheral nervous system lesions on the musculoskeletal system.
Is this Dr. Valdis Lelkes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lelkes is affiliated with Hackensack University Medical Center 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 Valdis Lelkes accepting new patients in Neptune, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Valdis Lelkes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Valdis Lelkes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lelkes's office at (551) 996-8867 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Valdis Lelkes?
Please contact Dr. Lelkes's office at (551) 996-8867 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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