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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Touma, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Escondido, CA?
Dr. Elie Touma is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Escondido, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Touma is fluent in English, Armenian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Touma’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Touma’s office at (760) 546-2426.
What languages does Dr. Touma speak?
Dr. Touma and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Armenian
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Touma typically treat?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Touma 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. Touma. 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:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Nail Dystrophy
- Nail Disease
- Deformed nails
- Abnormal nail growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- L603: Nail dystrophy
What procedures does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Touma typically perform?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Touma 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. Touma. 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:
- 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Touma accept my insurance?
Dr. Touma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 546-2426 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Touma accept in Escondido, CA?
Dr. Touma in Escondido, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Humana
Jefferson Health
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Touma's office located?
Dr. Elie Touma's Primary Practice
1045 E Pennsylvania Ave
Escondido, CA 92025
(760) 546-2426
What is Dr. Touma's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Touma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003379223.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Touma?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Touma
What is Dr. Elie Touma's specialty?
Dr. Touma is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Escondido, CA.
What does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon do?
Podiatrist with specialization in foot and ankle surgery has expertise in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the foot, ankle, and lower extremities. This includes both surgical and non-surgical approaches for issues like fractures, deformities, and arthritis, with a focus on improving mobility and foot health.
Is this Dr. Elie Touma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Touma is affiliated with Tri-City Medical Center, Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego 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
When to see a Foot & Ankle Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Elie Touma accepting new patients in Escondido, CA?
Yes, Dr. Elie Touma is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elie Touma offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Touma's office at (760) 546-2426 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elie Touma?
Please contact Dr. Touma's office at (760) 546-2426 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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