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Who is Dr. Kusior, Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist in Poughkeepsie, NY?
Dr. Lawrence Kusior, MD is an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Poughkeepsie, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kusior completed his residency at Oh State Univ Hosp, Sports Medicine-Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Of Ma Med Sch, Orthopedic Surgery; U Ma Mem Hlthcare-Univ Campus, General Surgery. Dr. Kusior is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kusior’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kusior’s office at (845) 454-0120.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kusior?
Dr. Lawrence Kusior, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Kusior empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cartilage Damage, Knee Surgery, Shoulder Arthroscopic Surgery, Sports Medicine, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Poughkeepsie, NY community, Dr. Kusior is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Kusior go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Oh State Univ Hosp, Sports Medicine-Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Of Ma Med Sch, Orthopedic Surgery; U Ma Mem Hlthcare-Univ Campus, General Surgery
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny
Is Dr. Kusior board certified as an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Lawrence Kusior, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Kusior speak?
Dr. Kusior and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kusior typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kusior 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. Kusior. 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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Left Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
- Sore Left Shoulder
- Left Shoulder Ache
- Left Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
- M25512: Pain in left shoulder
Also known as:
- Pain in Right Knee
- Pain in Left Knee
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Right Knee Ache
- Right Knee Discomfort
- Sore Right Knee
- Left Knee Ache
- Left Knee Discomfort
- Sore Left Knee
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25561: Pain in right knee
- M25562: Pain in left knee
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Tendon and Synovial Disorder
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Right Shoulder Tendinopathy
- Right Shoulder Synovitis
- Right Shoulder Joint Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- M67911: Unspecified disorder of synovium and tendon, right shoulder
Also known as:
- Knee Joint Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Internal Knee Derangement
- Knee Joint Problem
- Knee Instability
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2392: Unspecified internal derangement of left knee
What procedures does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kusior typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kusior 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. Kusior. 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:
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Decompression
- Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair
- Endoscopy
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Decompression
- Subacromial Decompression
- Shoulder Impingement Surgery
- Acromioplasty
- Shoulder Arthroscopy for Rotator Cuff
- Keyhole Rotator Cuff Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Shoulder Repair
CPT Codes:
- 29826: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; decompression of subacromial space with partial acromioplasty, with coracoacromial ligament (ie, arch) release, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 29827: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; with rotator cuff repair
Also known as:
- Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
- Endoscopy
- Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
- Knee Cartilage Shaving
- Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
- Knee scope with meniscectomy
- Arthroscopic knee surgery
- Cartilage shaving knee
- Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
- 29880: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial AND lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
Also known as:
- Extensive Shoulder Arthroscopy Debridement
- Limited Shoulder Debridement (Arthroscopic)
- Endoscopy
- Shoulder Scope Cleaning
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Debridement
- Shoulder Joint Cleanup Surgery
- Arthroscopic Shoulder Clean-up
- Shoulder Joint Debridement
- Keyhole Shoulder Repair
- Rotator Cuff Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 29823: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, extensive, 3 or more discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])
- 29822: Arthroscopy, shoulder, surgical; debridement, limited, 1 or 2 discrete structures (eg, humeral bone, humeral articular cartilage, glenoid bone, glenoid articular cartilage, biceps tendon, biceps anchor complex, labrum, articular capsule, articular side of the rotator cuff, bursal side of the rotator cuff, subacromial bursa, foreign body[ies])
Also known as:
- Major Joint Injection or Fluid Removal with Ultrasound
- Ultrasound-Guided Arthrocentesis
- Shoulder Injection with Ultrasound
- Hip Aspiration with Ultrasound
- Knee Injection with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 20611: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); with ultrasound guidance, with permanent recording and reporting
Also known as:
- ACL Repair Surgery
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction
- Arthroscopic ACL Surgery
- Knee Ligament Repair
- ACL Augmentation
CPT Codes:
- 29888: Arthroscopically aided anterior cruciate ligament repair/augmentation or reconstruction
Does Dr. Kusior accept my insurance?
Dr. Kusior accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (845) 454-0120 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kusior accept in Poughkeepsie, NY?
Dr. Kusior in Poughkeepsie, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
MVP Health Care
National Benefit Fund
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kusior's office located?
Dr. Lawrence Kusior's Primary Practice
1910 South Rd
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
(845) 454-0120
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Lawrence Kusior?
Dr. Kusior has appointments available at his Poughkeepsie, NY office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Kusior's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kusior's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114950227.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kusior?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kusior
What is Dr. Lawrence Kusior's specialty?
Dr. Kusior is a Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist near Poughkeepsie, NY.
What does an Orthopedic Sports Medicine Specialist do?
An Orthopaedic surgeon well-trained in sports medicines is responsible to provide proper care for musculoskeletal structures which are directly affected by involving in the sports activity. The key focus areas of these specialists include conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, nutrition on performance and health. Additionally, they handle the coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Orthopaedic surgeon with specialization in sports medicine are able to prevent and manage any athletic injuries as they have a deep understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices.
Is this Dr. Lawrence Kusior affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kusior is affiliated with Vassar Brothers Medical Center, Healthalliance 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 Lawrence Kusior accepting new patients in Poughkeepsie, NY?
Yes, Dr. Lawrence Kusior is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lawrence Kusior offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Kusior, or call (845) 454-0120 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Lawrence Kusior?
Please contact Dr. Kusior's office at (845) 454-0120 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lawrence Kusior have?
Dr. Lawrence Kusior is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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