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Dr. Shankar Lakshman, MD

Dr. Shankar Lakshman, MD

Plastic Surgeon, Orthopedic Hand Surgeon, Surgeon, Orthopedic Surgeon

Pasadena, CA

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lakshman, Plastic Surgeon in Pasadena, CA?

    Dr. Shankar Lakshman, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Pasadena, CA. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Lakshman graduated from Georgetown University, Washington, DC and completed his residency at University Medical Center, Las Vegas, NV (OB/Gyn), Ventura County Medical Center (Family Practice). Dr. Lakshman is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lakshman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lakshman’s office at (626) 683-9080.

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

    • Residency: University Medical Center, Las Vegas, NV (OB/Gyn), Ventura County Medical Center (Family Practice) | University of Tennessee Program

    • Medical School: Georgetown University, Washington, DC | Vanderbilt University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Lakshman board certified as a Plastic Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Shankar Lakshman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Lakshman speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Lakshman typically treat?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Lakshman 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. Lakshman. 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:

    • Trigger Right Middle Finger
    • Trigger Right Ring Finger
    • Trigger Left Middle Finger
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Middle Finger
    • Right Middle Finger Tendonitis
    • Snapping Right Middle Finger
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Right Ring Finger
    • Right Ring Finger Tendonitis
    • Snapping Right Ring Finger
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Left Middle Finger
    • Left Middle Finger Tendonitis
    • Snapping Left Middle Finger

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M65331: Trigger finger, right middle finger
    • M65341: Trigger finger, right ring finger
    • M65332: Trigger finger, left middle finger

    Also known as:

    • Trigger Thumb
    • Trigger Finger
    • Finger Injuries and Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis of Thumb
    • Thumb Tendonitis
    • Thumb Locking
    • Stenosing Tenosynovitis
    • Digital Tenosynovitis
    • Finger Tendonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M65311: Trigger thumb, right thumb
    • M65321: Trigger finger, right index finger

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Thumb Base
    • Osteoarthritis of the left thumb joint
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Thumb Arthritis
    • Primary Right First CMC Joint Arthritis
    • Right Hand Thumb Base Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1811: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, right hand
    • M1812: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis of first carpometacarpal joint, left hand

    What procedures does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Lakshman typically perform?

    As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Lakshman 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. Lakshman. 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:

    • Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
    • Bone Debridement
    • Bone Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Bone Debridement
    • Dead Bone Removal
    • Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement
    • Bone Cleaning Surgery
    • Surgical Debridement of Bone

    CPT Codes:

    • 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 11047: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Skin Flap Surgery
    • Tissue Transfer
    • Local Flap Reconstruction
    • Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement

    CPT Codes:

    • 14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Arm Muscle Flap Surgery
    • Upper Extremity Flap Surgery
    • Myocutaneous Flap
    • Fasciocutaneous Flap

    CPT Codes:

    • 15736: Muscle, myocutaneous, or fasciocutaneous flap; upper extremity

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Debridement
    • Muscle Cleaning Procedure
    • Fascia Debridement
    • Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)

    CPT Codes:

    • 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • Nerve injection
    • Pain relief injection
    • Steroid injection for nerve pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • Buried Implant Extraction
    • Orthopedic Implant Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)

    Also known as:

    • Open Surgery for Complex Wrist Fracture
    • Distal Radius Fracture Repair (Open)
    • Wrist Fracture with Internal Fixation
    • Complex Radial Fracture Surgery
    • Epiphyseal Separation Repair (Wrist)

    CPT Codes:

    • 25609: Open treatment of distal radial intra-articular fracture or epiphyseal separation; with internal fixation of 3 or more fragments

    Also known as:

    • Tendon Release in Forearm or Wrist
    • Forearm Tendon Tenolysis
    • Wrist Tendon Release
    • Adhesion Removal from Tendon

    CPT Codes:

    • 25295: Tenolysis, flexor or extensor tendon, forearm and/or wrist, single, each tendon

    Also known as:

    • Radius Bone Cut (Lower Forearm)
    • Distal Radius Osteotomy
    • Forearm Bone Reshaping
    • Radius Bone Shortening/Lengthening

    CPT Codes:

    • 25350: Osteotomy, radius; distal third

    Does Dr. Lakshman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lakshman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 683-9080 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lakshman accept in Pasadena, CA?

    Dr. Lakshman in Pasadena, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Heritage Health

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lakshman's office located?

    Dr. Shankar Lakshman's Primary Practice

    10 Congress St Ste 360

    Pasadena, CA 91105

    (626) 683-9080

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

    Dr. Lakshman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699799023.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lakshman?

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

    What is Dr. Shankar Lakshman's specialty?

    Dr. Lakshman is a Plastic Surgeon near Pasadena, CA.

    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 Dr. Shankar Lakshman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lakshman is affiliated with Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca), Casa Colina Hospital And Centers For Healthcare, Adventist Health Glendale, Alhambra Hospital Medical Center, Usc Arcadia 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 Dr. Shankar Lakshman accepting new patients in Pasadena, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Shankar Lakshman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shankar Lakshman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lakshman's office at (626) 683-9080 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shankar Lakshman?

    Please contact Dr. Lakshman's office at (626) 683-9080 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lakshman's office located?

    Dr. Lakshman's office is located in Pasadena, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Shankar Lakshman have?

    Dr. Shankar Lakshman is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.