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Who is Dr. Turaga, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Burien, WA?
Dr. Lalita Turaga is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Burien, WA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Turaga is fluent in English, Hindi, Spanish, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Turaga’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Turaga’s office at (425) 899-2160.
What languages does Dr. Turaga speak?
Dr. Turaga and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
Telugu
What conditions does Dr. Turaga treat?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Turaga 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. Turaga. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes with Skin Ulcers
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetic skin sores
- Diabetes-related wounds
- Foot ulcers from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E11622: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin ulcer
Also known as:
- Chronic Ulcer of the Right Foot
- Chronic Ulcer of the Right Ankle
- Skin Condition
- Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore
- Venous Ulcer
- Non-healing Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97512: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with fat layer exposed
- L97312: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of right ankle with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Chronic Skin Ulcer on Foot
- Chronic Skin Ulcer on Heel or Midfoot
- Skin Condition
- Foot Ulcer
- Open Sore on Foot
- Venous Ulcer
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97522: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot with fat layer exposed
- L97412: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of right heel and midfoot with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes
- Diabetic Foot
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Diabetes-Related Foot Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E08621: Diabetes mellitus due to underlying condition with foot ulcer
What procedures does Dr. Turaga perform?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Turaga 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. Turaga. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Muscle Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
- 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
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Skin Replacement
- Bioengineered Skin Application
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)
- 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
Also known as:
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Area)
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Covering Application
- Skin Replacement Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 15275: Application of skin substitute graft to face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet, and/or multiple digits, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
Also known as:
- Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
- Bone Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Bone Debridement
- Dead Bone Removal
- Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement
CPT Codes:
- 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Toe Amputation (at Joint)
- Interphalangeal Joint Toe Amputation
- Partial Toe Amputation
- Toe Removal Surgery
- Digit Amputation
CPT Codes:
- 28825: Amputation, toe; interphalangeal joint
Does Dr. Turaga accept my insurance?
Dr. Turaga accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (425) 899-2160 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Turaga accept in Burien, WA?
Dr. Turaga in Burien, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cambia (Regence)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
First Medical Health Plan
Humana
Medicare
SGS North America Inc
State of Tennessee
State of Washington
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Turaga's office located?
Dr. Lalita Turaga's Primary Practice
16233 Sylvester Rd SW Ste G60
Burien, WA 98166
(425) 899-2160
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Lalita Turaga?
Dr. Turaga has appointments available at her Burien, WA office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Turaga's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Turaga's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700266509.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Turaga?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Turaga
What is Dr. Lalita Turaga's specialty?
Dr. Turaga is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Burien, WA. Podiatrist with specialization in foot and ankle surgery has expertise in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the foot, ankle, and lower extremities. This includes both surgical and non-surgical approaches for issues like fractures, deformities, and arthritis, with a focus on improving mobility and foot health. Contact Dr. Turaga to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lalita Turaga affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Turaga is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma, EvergreenHealth Medical Center, St. Anne Hospital - Burien, WA, St. Anthony Hospital - Gig Harbor, St. Michael Medical Center, Swedish Issaquah Campus 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
Where can I learn more about Foot & Ankle Surgeon?
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Is Lalita Turaga accepting new patients in Burien, WA?
Yes, Dr. Lalita Turaga is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lalita Turaga offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Turaga, or call (425) 899-2160 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Lalita Turaga?
Please contact Dr. Turaga's office at (425) 899-2160 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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