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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Perakis, Plastic Surgeon in Hawthorne, NY?
Dr. Helen Perakis, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Hawthorne, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Perakis is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Perakis’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Perakis’s office at (860) 241-0870.
What languages does Dr. Perakis speak?
Dr. Perakis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Perakis typically treat?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Perakis 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. Perakis. 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:
- Breast Enlargement
- Breast Disease
- Breast hypertrophy
- Macromastia
- Gigantomastia
ICD-10 Codes:
- N62: Hypertrophy of breast
Also known as:
- Panniculitis
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Fat layer inflammation
- Subcutaneous fat disorder
- Skin nodule inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M793: Panniculitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
Also known as:
- External Surgical Wound Opening
- Wounds and Injuries
- External wound dehiscence
- Surgical incision separation
- Outer wound rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8131XA: Disruption of external operation (surgical) wound, not elsewhere classified, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Localized Fat Deposits
- Obesity
- Excess Fat in Specific Areas
- Lipodystrophy
- Regional Adiposity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E65: Localized adiposity
What procedures does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Perakis typically perform?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Perakis 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. Perakis. 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
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- 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
- 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:
- Breast Reduction Surgery
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Reduction Mammoplasty
- Breast Size Reduction
- Mammoplasty
CPT Codes:
- 19318: Breast reduction
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)
Also known as:
- Panniculectomy (Lower Abdomen Skin Removal)
- Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
- Excess Skin Removal (Abdomen)
- Infraumbilical Lipectomy
- Tummy Tuck (Panniculectomy)
- Abdominal Skin Excision
CPT Codes:
- 15830: Excision, Excessive Skin And Subcutaneous Tissue (Includes Lipectomy); Abdomen, Infraumbilical Panniculectomy
Also known as:
- Large Benign Skin Lesion Removal
- Benign Skin Growth Excision
- Skin Tumor Removal (Benign)
- Large Skin Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11406: Excision, benign lesion including margins, except skin tag (unless listed elsewhere), trunk, arms or legs; excised diameter over 4.0 cm
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:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
Does Dr. Perakis accept my insurance?
Dr. Perakis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (860) 241-0870 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Perakis accept in Hawthorne, NY?
Dr. Perakis in Hawthorne, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
MagnaCare Rx Administered Payer
Medicare
MVP Health Care
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of Maine
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Perakis' office located?
What is Dr. Perakis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Perakis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306068671.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Perakis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Perakis
What is Dr. Helen Perakis's specialty?
Dr. Perakis is a Plastic Surgeon near Hawthorne, NY.
What does a Plastic Surgeon do?
A plastic surgeon specializes in repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Cosmetic surgery is a key aspect of this specialty, where surgeons apply aesthetic principles to enhance appearance and optimize reconstructive outcomes, addressing both normal structures and those requiring reconstruction.
Is this Dr. Helen Perakis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Perakis is affiliated with Westchester Medical Center, Northern Westchester Hospital 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
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Is Helen Perakis accepting new patients in Hawthorne, NY?
Yes, Dr. Helen Perakis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Helen Perakis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Perakis's office at (860) 241-0870 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Helen Perakis?
Please contact Dr. Perakis's office at (860) 241-0870 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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