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Dr. Lonnie Lassiter, MD
Forest City, NC
22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Lassiter, Family Medicine Specialist in Forest City, NC?
Dr. Lonnie Lassiter, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Forest City, NC with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Lassiter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lassiter’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lassiter’s office at (828) 351-6000.
Is Dr. Lassiter board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Lonnie Lassiter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lassiter speak?
Dr. Lassiter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Lassiter treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lassiter 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. Lassiter. 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 Skin Ulcer on Foot
- Chronic Skin Ulcer on Heel or Midfoot
- Chronic Skin Ulcer on Calf
- Skin Condition
- Foot Ulcer
- Open Sore on Foot
- Venous Ulcer
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Leg Ulcer
- Open Sore
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
- L97221: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of left calf limited to breakdown of skin
- L97211: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of right calf limited to breakdown of skin
- L97511: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot limited to breakdown of skin
- L97521: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot limited to breakdown of skin
Also known as:
- Chronic Right Calf Ulcer with Exposed Fat
- Chronic Left Calf Ulcer with Exposed Fat
- Skin Condition
- Right calf deep ulcer
- Fat layer exposed right calf wound
- Right calf ulcer stage 2
- Left calf deep ulcer
- Fat layer exposed left calf wound
- Left calf ulcer stage 2
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97212: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of right calf with fat layer exposed
- L97222: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of left calf with fat layer exposed
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
- L97513: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with necrosis of muscle
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:
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Right Lower Leg
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Left Lower Leg
- Skin Condition
- Non-Pressure Leg Sore
- Persistent Leg Wound
- Right Leg Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore on Lower Leg
- Left Leg Skin Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97812: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right lower leg with fat layer exposed
- L97822: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left lower leg with fat layer exposed
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
- L89623: Pressure ulcer of left heel, stage 3
Also known as:
- Chronic Vein Problems with Ulcers and Inflammation
- Vascular Disease
- Venous Stasis Ulcer
- Leg Ulcers from Poor Circulation
- Chronic Venous Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87333: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer and inflammation of bilateral lower extremity
Also known as:
- Granuloma Skin Disorder
- Skin Condition
- Skin granulomas
- Granulomatous skin disease
- Subcutaneous granuloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- L928: Other granulomatous disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
Also known as:
- Lymphedema
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does Dr. Lassiter perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Lassiter 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. Lassiter. 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:
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
- Wound Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Skin Replacement
- Bioengineered Skin Application
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 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
- 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)
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:
- 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:
- 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. Lassiter accept my insurance?
Dr. Lassiter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 351-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lassiter accept in Forest City, NC?
Dr. Lassiter in Forest City, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
MedImpact
State of North Carolina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lassiter's office located?
Dr. Lonnie Lassiter's Primary Practice
112 Sparks Dr
Forest City, NC 28043
(828) 351-6000
What is Dr. Lassiter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lassiter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457302804.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lassiter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lassiter
What is Dr. Lonnie Lassiter's specialty?
Dr. Lassiter is a Family Medicine Specialist near Forest City, NC. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Lassiter to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lonnie Lassiter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Lassiter is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Rutherford Regional Health System, Fletcher Hospital Inc. 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 Lonnie Lassiter accepting new patients in Forest City, NC?
Yes, Dr. Lonnie Lassiter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lonnie Lassiter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lassiter's office at (828) 351-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lonnie Lassiter?
Please contact Dr. Lassiter's office at (828) 351-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lonnie Lassiter have?
Dr. Lonnie Lassiter is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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