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Who is Dr. Tesser, Podiatrist in Merrick, NY?
Dr. Lawrence Tesser is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in Merrick, NY. He is board certified. Dr. Tesser is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tesser’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tesser’s office at (516) 377-7701.
What languages does Dr. Tesser speak?
Dr. Tesser and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Tesser treat?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Tesser 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. Tesser. 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:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- Cellulitis of Left Toe
- Cellulitis
- Left Toe Skin Infection
- Bacterial Left Toe Infection
- Spreading Left Toe Infection
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Toe Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03032: Cellulitis of left toe
- L03031: Cellulitis of right toe
Also known as:
- Widespread Swelling
- Edema
- Generalized Edema
- Full Body Swelling
- Systemic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- R601: Generalized edema
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bedsore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89891: Pressure ulcer of other site, stage 1
- L89613: Pressure ulcer of right heel, stage 3
- L89612: Pressure ulcer of right heel, stage 2
- L89890: Pressure ulcer of other site, unstageable
Also known as:
- Abscess on the Right Foot
- Abscess
- Pus Pocket
- Skin Infection With Pus
- Infected Lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- L02611: Cutaneous abscess of right foot
Also known as:
- Nerve Pain
- Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Neuralgia
- Neuritis
- Nerve inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M792: Neuralgia and neuritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Athlete's Foot
- Tinea Pedis
- Foot Fungus
- Dermatophytosis of the Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- B353: Tinea pedis
Also known as:
- Ankle and Foot Bursitis
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Bursitis
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Inflamed Ankle Bursa
- Foot Bursa Inflammation
- Achilles Bursitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M71571: Other bursitis, not elsewhere classified, right ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Plantar Fibromatosis
- Enthesopathy
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Heel Injuries and Disorder
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Joint Disorder
- Ledderhose disease
- Plantar fasciitis nodule
- Foot fibromatosis
- Tendon Attachment Disorder
- Ligament Inflammation
- Enthesitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M722: Plantar fascial fibromatosis
- M779: Enthesopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Right Ankle and Foot Overuse Injury
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Right Ankle/Foot Repetitive Strain Injury
- Right Ankle/Foot Cumulative Trauma
- Right Ankle/Foot Tendinopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M70871: Other soft tissue disorders related to use, overuse and pressure, right ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Hammer Toe
- Toe Injuries and Disorder
- Claw Toe
- Mallet Toe
- Bent Toe
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2041: Other hammer toe(s) (acquired), right foot
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Skin Abscess on Left Foot
- Abscess
- Pus Pocket on Left Foot
- Left Foot Abscess
- Infected Lump on Left Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- L02612: Cutaneous abscess of left foot
Also known as:
- Bone Spurs
- Bone Disease
- Osteophytes
- Bone Overgrowth
- Exostosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2570: Osteophyte, unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Foreign Object in Toe
- Foreign Bodies
- Splinter in Toe
- Embedded Object in Toe
- Stuck Object in Toe
- Toe Foreign Body
ICD-10 Codes:
- S90451A: Superficial foreign body, right great toe, initial encounter
Which procedures does Dr. Tesser perform as a Podiatrist?
As a Podiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Lawrence Tesser may include:
- Ankle Surgery
- Foot and Ankle Second Opinion
- Foot and Ankle Specialist Consultation
- Foot and Ankle Specialist Follow Up
- Foot Consultation
- Foot Follow Up
- Foot Surgery
- Laser Toenail Treatment
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tesser's office.
Does Dr. Tesser accept my insurance?
Dr. Tesser accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 377-7701 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tesser accept in Merrick, NY?
Dr. Tesser in Merrick, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centers Plan for Healthy Living
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
Medicaid
Medicare
New York Life
State of Maine
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tesser's office located?
What is Dr. Tesser's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tesser's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053393868.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tesser?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tesser
What is Dr. Lawrence Tesser's specialty?
Dr. Tesser is a Podiatrist near Merrick, NY. 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. Contact Dr. Tesser to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lawrence Tesser affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Tesser is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Lawrence Tesser accepting new patients in Merrick, NY?
Yes, Dr. Lawrence Tesser is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lawrence Tesser offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tesser's office at (516) 377-7701 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lawrence Tesser?
Please contact Dr. Tesser's office at (516) 377-7701 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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