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25 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Lukan, Vascular Surgeon in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. James Lukan, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY. He has been practicing for over 25 years. Dr. Lukan graduated from University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences and completed his residency at SUNY. Dr. Lukan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lukan’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lukan’s office at (716) 898-3000.
Where did Dr. Lukan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: SUNY | SUNY Upstate Medical University Program
Medical School: Stony Brook Univ Health Sciences Center School Of Medicine | University at Buffalo State University of New York School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences
What languages does Dr. Lukan speak?
Dr. Lukan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Lukan treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Lukan 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. Lukan. 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:
- Narrowing of other blood vessel devices
- Other vascular device blockage
- Blood vessel implant narrowing
- Vascular graft stenosis
- Prosthetic vascular device blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82858A: Stenosis of other vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Localized Swelling
- Swelling
- Edema
- Localized Edema
- Fluid Retention
- Swelling in one area
- Bloating
ICD-10 Codes:
- R600: Localized edema
- R609: Edema, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Right Leg Pain
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Pain in right lower limb
- Right leg discomfort
- Aching right leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79604: Pain in right leg
Also known as:
- Other problems with blood vessel devices
- Vascular device complications
- Blood vessel implant issues
- Prosthetic vascular device problems
- Vascular graft complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- T82898A: Other specified complication of vascular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain at Rest
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- PAD both legs pain at rest
- Critical limb ischemia bilateral legs
- Severe bilateral leg artery pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70223: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with rest pain, bilateral legs
What procedures does Dr. Lukan perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Lukan 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. Lukan. 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:
- Dialysis Circuit Angioplasty with Balloon
- Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
- Dialysis Graft Angioplasty
- Peripheral Dialysis Segment Angioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 36902: Introduction of needle(s) and/or catheter(s), dialysis circuit, with diagnostic angiography of the dialysis circuit, including all direct puncture(s) and catheter placement(s), injection(s) of contrast, all necessary imaging from the arterial anastomosis and adjacent artery through entire venous outflow including the inferior or superior vena cava, fluoroscopic guidance, radiological supervision and interpretation and image documentation and report; with transluminal balloon angioplasty, peripheral dialysis segment, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation necessary to perform the angioplasty
Also known as:
- PICC Line Insertion (Adult/Older Child)
- Long-Term Central Venous Catheter Insertion
- Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter
- PICC Line Placement
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion
- Tunneled central line placement
- Central venous access device insertion
- Hickman catheter insertion
- Broviac catheter insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36573: Insertion of peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC), without subcutaneous port or pump, including all imaging guidance, image documentation, and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation required to perform the insertion; age 5 years or older
- 36558: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Dialysis Access Balloon Angioplasty
- Dialysis Fistula Angioplasty
- Dialysis Graft Angioplasty
- Central Dialysis Segment Angioplasty
- AV Fistula Angioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 36907: Transluminal balloon angioplasty, central dialysis segment, performed through dialysis circuit, including all imaging and radiological supervision and interpretation required to perform the angioplasty (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Removal of Tunneled Central Venous Catheter
- Central Line Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
- Venous Access Device Removal
CPT Codes:
- 36589: Removal of tunneled central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump
Also known as:
- Wound or Burn Site Preparation for Graft
- Surgery
- Surgical Wound Debridement
- Burn Eschar Excision
- Scar Contracture Release
- Recipient Site Preparation
CPT Codes:
- 15002: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, trunk, arms, legs; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children
Also known as:
- Split-Thickness Skin Graft (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
- Autologous Skin Graft
- Partial Thickness Skin Graft
- Skin Transplant
CPT Codes:
- 15100: Split-Thickness Autograft, Trunk, Arms, Legs; First 100 Sq Cm Or Less, Or 1% Of Body Area Of Infants And Children (Except 15050)
Does Dr. Lukan accept my insurance?
Dr. Lukan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 898-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lukan accept in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Lukan in Buffalo, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
Independent Health
Medicare
State Farm Insurance
State of Tennessee
SummaCare
UnitedHealthcare
Univera Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Lukan's office located?
What is Dr. Lukan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lukan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023039658.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lukan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lukan
What is Dr. James Lukan's specialty?
Dr. Lukan is a Vascular Surgeon near Buffalo, NY. A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels. Contact Dr. Lukan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Lukan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lukan is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Erie County Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 James Lukan accepting new patients in Buffalo, NY?
Yes, Dr. James Lukan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Lukan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lukan's office at (716) 898-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Lukan?
Please contact Dr. Lukan's office at (716) 898-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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