Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dolinak, Critical Care Surgeon in Syracuse, NY?
Dr. Joan Dolinak, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Syracuse, NY with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Dolinak graduated from Northeast Ohio Medical University. She is a member of the American Burn Association, Society of Critical Care Medicine, American Academy of Neurology (AAN), Association of Women Surgeons, and ABA SCCM. Dr. Dolinak is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dolinak’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dolinak’s office at (315) 464-1800.
Where did Dr. Dolinak go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Vanderbilt University, Burn Surgery | University of Pittsburgh, Surgical Critical Care/Trauma
Medical School: Northeast Ohio Medical University
Is Dr. Dolinak board certified as a Critical Care Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Joan Dolinak, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Dolinak speak?
Dr. Dolinak and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Dolinak typically treat?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Dolinak 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. Dolinak. 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:
- General Burn Injury
- Minor Body Surface Burns
- Moderate Body Surface Burns with Minor Deep Burns
- Burns
- Thermal Injury
- Fire Burn
- Scald Injury
- Small Area Burns
- Limited Burns
- First Degree Burns
- Moderate Extent Burns
- Partial Thickness Burns
- Second Degree Burns
ICD-10 Codes:
- T300: Burn of unspecified body region, unspecified degree
- T310: Burns involving less than 10% of body surface
- T3110: Burns involving 10-19% of body surface with 0% to 9% third degree burns
Also known as:
- Skin Scarring and Fibrosis
- Skin Condition
- Scar Tissue
- Fibrotic Skin
- Excessive Scarring
ICD-10 Codes:
- L905: Scar conditions and fibrosis of skin
Also known as:
- Scars
- Hypertrophic Scarring
- Keloid Scars
- Scar Tissue
ICD-10 Codes:
- L910: Hypertrophic scar
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute pain from injury
- Pain
- Traumatic pain
- Injury pain
- Sudden pain from trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8911: Acute pain due to trauma
What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Dolinak typically perform?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Dolinak 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. Dolinak. 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 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:
- Skin Substitute Graft (Large Area)
- Split-Thickness Skin Graft (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
- Artificial skin graft
- Wound covering application
- Skin replacement for large wounds
- Autologous Skin Graft
- Partial Thickness Skin Graft
- Skin Transplant
CPT Codes:
- 15273: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area greater than or equal to 100 sq cm; first 100 sq cm wound surface area, or 1% of body area of infants and children
- 15100: Split-Thickness Autograft, Trunk, Arms, Legs; First 100 Sq Cm Or Less, Or 1% Of Body Area Of Infants And Children (Except 15050)
Also known as:
- Surgical Preparation for Skin Graft (Infants/Children)
- Surgery
- Wound Debridement for Graft
- Burn Scar Release Surgery
- Recipient Site Preparation for Skin Repair
CPT Codes:
- 15004: 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, face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet and/or multiple digits; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children
Also known as:
- Surgical Preparation for Skin Graft (Additional Area)
- Surgery
- Wound Bed Preparation
- Burn Eschar Excision
- Scar Contracture Release
- Recipient Site Creation
CPT Codes:
- 15003: 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; each additional 100 sq cm, or part thereof, or each additional 1% of body area of infants and children (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Multiple Skin Lesion Injections
- Intralesional Injections (Multiple)
- Injections for Skin Growths
- Steroid Injections for Skin
CPT Codes:
- 11901: Injection, intralesional; more than 7 lesions
Also known as:
- Skin Substitute Graft Application (Additional Area)
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Bioengineered Skin Application
- Wound Covering with Skin Substitute
CPT Codes:
- 15274: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area greater than or equal to 100 sq cm; each additional 100 sq cm wound surface area, or part thereof, or each additional 1% of body area of infants and children, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Large Vascular Skin Lesion Removal
- Cutaneous Vascular Lesion Destruction
- Laser Skin Lesion Removal
- Vascular Birthmark Treatment
- Skin Growth Removal (Laser)
CPT Codes:
- 17108: Destruction of cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions (eg, laser technique); over 50.0 sq cm
Also known as:
- Surgical Preparation of Wound or Burn Site
- Surgery
- Wound Debridement
- Burn Eschar Excision
- Scar Contracture Release
- Recipient Site Preparation
CPT Codes:
- 15005: 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, face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet and/or multiple digits; each additional 100 sq cm, or part thereof, or each additional 1% of body area of infants and children (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Dolinak accept my insurance?
Dr. Dolinak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (315) 464-1800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dolinak accept in Syracuse, NY?
Dr. Dolinak in Syracuse, 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
Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Lifetime Healthcare
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Dolinak's office located?
Dr. Joan Dolinak's Primary Practice
725 Irving Ave Ste 401
Syracuse, NY 13210
(315) 464-1800
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Burn Association
Member
Society of Critical Care Medicine
Member
American Academy of Neurology (AAN)
Member
Association of Women Surgeons
Member
ABA SCCM
Member
What is Dr. Dolinak's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dolinak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750571949.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dolinak?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dolinak
What is Dr. Joan Dolinak's specialty?
Dr. Dolinak is a Critical Care Surgeon near Syracuse, NY.
What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?
A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Joan Dolinak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dolinak is affiliated with Upstate University Hospital, Albany Medical Center, Cayuga Medical Center, Guthrie Lourdes Hospital, St. Joseph's Health Hospital - Syracuse, Ny 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 Joan Dolinak accepting new patients in Syracuse, NY?
Yes, Dr. Joan Dolinak is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joan Dolinak offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dolinak's office at (315) 464-1800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joan Dolinak?
Please contact Dr. Dolinak's office at (315) 464-1800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joan Dolinak have?
Dr. Joan Dolinak is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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