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Dr. Lisa Derr, DO

Elizabeth, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Derr, Surgeon in Elizabeth, NJ?

    Dr. Lisa Derr, DO is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Elizabeth, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Derr graduated from Rutgers - New Jersey Medical School. Dr. Derr is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Derr’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Derr’s office at (856) 488-6500.

    Where did Dr. Derr go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Rutgers - New Jersey Medical School

    What languages does Dr. Derr speak?

    Dr. Derr and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Derr treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Derr 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. Derr. 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:

    • Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers
    • Vascular Disease
    • Venous Hypertension Ulcers
    • High Venous Pressure with Sores

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I87312: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of left lower extremity
    • I87311: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of right lower extremity

    Also known as:

    • Pressure Sore
    • Pressure Sores
    • Bed Sore
    • Decubitus Ulcer
    • Pressure Ulcer
    • Bedsores
    • Decubitus Ulcers
    • Pressure Ulcers

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
    • L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer

    Also known as:

    • Dry Skin
    • Skin Condition
    • Xerosis
    • Dry skin condition
    • Asteatotic eczema

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L853: Xerosis cutis

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Skin Ulcer on Buttock
    • Skin Condition
    • Open Sore on Buttock
    • Skin Wound on Buttock
    • Non-healing Wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L98419: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of buttock with unspecified severity

    What procedures does Dr. Derr perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Derr 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. Derr. 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
    • Unna Boot Application
    • Skin and Tissue Debridement
    • Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
    • Small Burn Treatment
    • Burns
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal
    • Muscle Cleaning Procedure
    • Fascia Debridement
    • Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
    • Compression Boot Application
    • Unna Paste Bandage
    • Leg Ulcer Dressing
    • Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Debridement
    • Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
    • Artificial Skin Graft
    • Wound Skin Replacement
    • Bioengineered Skin Application
    • Partial-Thickness Burn Care
    • Burn Debridement
    • Minor Burn Dressing
    • Small Burn Wound Care

    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
    • 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
    • 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
    • 16020: Dressings and/or debridement of partial-thickness burns, initial or subsequent; small (less than 5% total body surface area)

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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. Derr accept my insurance?

    Dr. Derr accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (856) 488-6500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Derr accept in Elizabeth, NJ?

    Dr. Derr in Elizabeth, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Braven Health

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Gorman-Rupp Co

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • State of New Jersey

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Derr's office located?

    Dr. Lisa Derr's Primary Practice

    240 Williamson St Ste 104

    Elizabeth, NJ 07202

    (856) 488-6500

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    Dr. Lisa Derr's Practice 2

    309 Fellowship Rd Ste 200

    Mount Laurel, NJ 08054

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    Dr. Lisa Derr's Practice 3

    2211 Chapel Ave W Ste 404

    Cherry Hill, NJ 08002

    (856) 488-6500

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    What is Dr. Derr's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Derr's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124218540.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Derr?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Derr

    What is Dr. Lisa Derr's specialty?

    Dr. Derr is a Surgeon near Elizabeth, NJ. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Derr to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lisa Derr affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Derr is affiliated with Jefferson Stratford Hospital, Atlantic Health CentraState Medical Center, Virtua Voorhees Hospital, Inspira Medical Center Mullica Hill, Hackensack Meridian Old Bridge Medical Center, Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional 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 Lisa Derr accepting new patients in Elizabeth, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Lisa Derr is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lisa Derr offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Derr's office at (856) 488-6500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lisa Derr?

    Please contact Dr. Derr's office at (856) 488-6500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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