Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lukish, Pediatric Surgeon in Washington, DC?
Dr. Jeffrey Lukish, MD is a Pediatric Surgeon, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. He is board certified. He is a member of the American Board of Surgery General Adult Surgery, American Pediatric Surgical Society, American Academy of Pediatrics, Cancer Oncology Group, American College of Surgeons, and International Pediatrics Endosurgery Group. Dr. Lukish is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lukish’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lukish’s office at (202) 476-5000.
Where did Dr. Lukish go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: United States Naval Academy | Sydney Kimmel School of Medicine at Thomas Jefferson University
Is Dr. Lukish board certified as a Pediatric Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Lukish, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Lukish speak?
Dr. Lukish and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Lukish treat?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Lukish 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. Lukish. 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:
- Umbilical Hernia
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Ventral Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Abdominal Wall Hernia
- Epigastric Hernia
- Spigelian Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Severe Acute Appendicitis with Perforation, Infection, and Abscess
- Ruptured Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection and Tissue Death
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
- Appendix Inflammation
- Appendix Pain
- Burst Appendix with Gangrene and Abscess
- Perforated Appendix with Localized Infection and Tissue Death
- Complicated Appendicitis
- Perforated Appendix with Gangrene
- Localized Ruptured Appendix
- Appendix Rupture with Tissue Death
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
- K37: Unspecified appendicitis
- K3533: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, with abscess
- K3532: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, without abscess
Also known as:
- Phimosis
- Penis Disorder
- Tight foreskin
- Foreskin constriction
- Retracted foreskin problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N471: Phimosis
Also known as:
- Pilonidal Cyst
- Tailbone Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal cyst
- Pilonidal sinus
- Tailbone cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0591: Pilonidal cyst without abscess
Also known as:
- Trunk Lump or Swelling
- Neck Lump or Swelling
- Body Mass
- Torso Lump
- Trunk Nodule
- Neck Mass
- Bump on Neck
- Neck Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R222: Localized swelling, mass and lump, trunk
- R221: Localized swelling, mass and lump, neck
Also known as:
- Sunken Chest
- Birth Defects
- Pectus Excavatum
- Funnel Chest
- Concave Chest
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q676: Pectus excavatum
Also known as:
- Bilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Double Groin Hernia
- Hernia in Both Groins
- Non-obstructed Inguinal Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4020: Bilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Tongue-Tie
- Birth Defects
- Tongue Disorder
- Ankyloglossia
- Short Lingual Frenulum
- Tied Tongue
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q381: Ankyloglossia
Also known as:
- Pigeon Chest
- Birth Defects
- Pectus Carinatum
- Keel Chest
- Protruding Breastbone
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q677: Pectus carinatum
Also known as:
- Failure to Thrive in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Poor growth in children
- Childhood growth problems
- Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
Also known as:
- Granulomatous Skin Disorder
- Skin Condition
- Skin Granuloma
- Granulomatous Dermatitis
- Skin Lumps
ICD-10 Codes:
- L929: Granulomatous disorder of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
What procedures does Dr. Lukish perform?
As a Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Lukish 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. Lukish. 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:
- Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
- Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Inguinal Hernia Repair for Children
- Inguinal Hernia Repair (Adults and Children 5+)
- Ventral hernia repair
- Umbilical hernia surgery
- Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
- Incisional hernia repair
- Ventral Hernia Repair
- Umbilical Hernia Repair
- Incisional Hernia Repair
- Epigastric Hernia Surgery
- Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
- Pediatric Inguinal Hernia Surgery
- Groin Hernia Repair in Kids
- Hernia Surgery for Infants
- Groin Hernia Surgery
- Reducible Inguinal Hernia Repair
- First Inguinal Hernia Fix
- Adult Inguinal Hernia Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible
- 49593: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, reducible
- 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
- 49500: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 6 months to younger than 5 years, with or without hydrocelectomy; reducible
- 49505: Repair initial inguinal hernia, age 5 years or older; reducible
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Laparoscopy of Abdomen
- Exploratory Laparoscopy
- Abdominal Scope
- Peritoneal Biopsy
- Omentum Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 49320: Laparoscopy, abdomen, peritoneum, and omentum, diagnostic, with or without collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Appendectomy
- Minimally Invasive Appendectomy
- Keyhole Appendectomy
- Scope Appendectomy
CPT Codes:
- 44970: Laparoscopy, surgical, appendectomy
Also known as:
- Tongue-Tie Release (Frenectomy)
- Lingual Frenectomy
- Tongue Frenum Excision
- Tongue-Tie Surgery
- Ankyloglossia Release
CPT Codes:
- 41115: Excision of lingual frenum (frenectomy)
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:
- Complicated Pilonidal Cyst Removal
- Pilonidal Sinus Excision
- Surgery for Pilonidal Cyst
- Complex Pilonidal Cystectomy
- Tailbone Cyst Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11772: Excision of pilonidal cyst or sinus; complicated
Also known as:
- Surgical Circumcision (Older Infants/Children/Adults)
- Adult Circumcision
- Childhood Circumcision
- Foreskin Removal Surgery
- Non-Clamp Circumcision
CPT Codes:
- 54161: Circumcision, surgical excision other than clamp, device, or dorsal slit; older than 28 days of age
Does Dr. Lukish accept my insurance?
Dr. Lukish accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 476-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lukish accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Lukish in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal Employee Program
Inland Empire
Johns Hopkins
Kaiser Permanente
Maryland Physicians Care
RiverSpring Health
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Where is Dr. Lukish's office located?
Dr. Jeffrey Lukish's Primary Practice
111 Michigan Ave NW
Washington, DC 20010
(202) 476-5000
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Board of Surgery General Adult Surgery
Board Certified
American Pediatric Surgical Society
Professional Member
American Academy of Pediatrics
Professional Member
Cancer Oncology Group
Professional Member
American College of Surgeons
Professional Member
International Pediatrics Endosurgery Group
Professional Member
Awards
Surgery Basic and Clinical Science Award
Washington Academy
Children's Research Institute
Basic and Clinical Science Award
Officer Research Award
The Society of Pediatric Research House
Innovation Award
International Pediatrics Endosurgery Group
Harry B. Zehner Traveling Fellowship Award
American College of Surgeons
Faculty of the Year Award
Alpha Omega Alpha Volunteer Clinical
Voted Top Doctor
Top Doctor of Baltimore
What is Dr. Lukish's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lukish's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932113545.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lukish?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lukish
What is Dr. Jeffrey Lukish's specialty?
Dr. Lukish is a Pediatric Surgeon near Washington, DC. Pediatric Surgeons specializes in the management of surgical conditions in premature infants, newborns, children, and adolescents. Contact Dr. Lukish to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jeffrey Lukish affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lukish is affiliated with Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center, Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center, Greater Baltimore Medical Center, Meritus Health 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 Jeffrey Lukish accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Lukish is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jeffrey Lukish offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lukish's office at (202) 476-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jeffrey Lukish?
Please contact Dr. Lukish's office at (202) 476-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jeffrey Lukish have?
Dr. Jeffrey Lukish is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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