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Who is Dr. Locastro, Podiatrist in Hauppauge, NY?
Dr. Robert Locastro is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in Hauppauge, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Locastro is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Locastro’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Locastro’s office at (631) 724-3338.
What languages does Dr. Locastro speak?
Dr. Locastro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Podiatrist like Dr. Locastro typically treat?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Locastro 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. Locastro. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Foot
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Plantar Fibromatosis
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Heel Injuries and Disorder
- Ledderhose disease
- Plantar fasciitis nodule
- Foot fibromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M722: Plantar fascial fibromatosis
Also known as:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
What procedures does a Podiatrist like Dr. Locastro typically perform?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Locastro 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. Locastro. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Removal of Corns or Calluses
- Corn or Callus Removal
- Corns and Calluses
- Corn Excision
- Callus Trimming
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
- Corns and Calluses Treatment
- Paring of Corn
- Cutting of Callus
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11056: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); 2 to 4 lesions
- 11055: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); single lesion
Also known as:
- Routine Nail Trimming
- Medical Nail Care
- Podiatric Nail Trimming
- Foot Nail Clipping
- Therapeutic Nail Trimming
CPT Codes:
- 11719: Trimming of nondystrophic nails, any number
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 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:
- Nail Trimming and Cleaning
- Therapeutic Nail Debridement
- Thick Nail Treatment
- Fungal Nail Care
CPT Codes:
- 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more
Also known as:
- Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
- Tendon sheath injection
- Ligament injection
- Plantar fascia injection
- Soft tissue injection for pain
CPT Codes:
- 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")
Does Dr. Locastro accept my insurance?
Dr. Locastro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 724-3338 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Locastro accept in Hauppauge, NY?
Dr. Locastro in Hauppauge, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
Network Solutions
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
State of New York
Unknown
Visiting Nurse Service of New York
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Where is Dr. Locastro's office located?
Dr. Robert Locastro's Primary Practice
111 Smithtown Byp Ste 103
Hauppauge, NY 11788
(631) 724-3338
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Robert Locastro?
Dr. Locastro has appointments available at his Hauppauge, NY office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Locastro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Locastro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982606323.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Locastro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Locastro
What is Dr. Robert Locastro's specialty?
Dr. Locastro is a Podiatrist near Hauppauge, NY.
What does a Podiatrist do?
A podiatrist is a person qualified by a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.) degree, licensed by the state, and practicing within the scope of that license. Podiatrists diagnose and treat foot diseases and deformities. They perform medical, surgical and other operative procedures, prescribe corrective devices and prescribe and administer drugs and physical therapy.
Is this Dr. Robert Locastro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Locastro is affiliated with St. Barnabas Hospital - Bronx, Mount Sinai West 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 Robert Locastro accepting new patients in Hauppauge, NY?
Yes, Dr. Robert Locastro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Locastro offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Locastro, or call (631) 724-3338 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Locastro?
Please contact Dr. Locastro's office at (631) 724-3338 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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