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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Farrer, Podiatrist in West Columbia, SC?
Dr. Marcela Farrer is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in West Columbia, SC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Farrer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Farrer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Farrer’s office at (803) 531-6900.
What languages does Dr. Farrer speak?
Dr. Farrer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Podiatrist like Dr. Farrer typically treat?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Farrer 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. Farrer. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
Also known as:
- Corns and Calluses
- Hard Skin
- Foot Calluses
- Thick Skin Patches
ICD-10 Codes:
- L84: Corns and callosities
Also known as:
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L600: Ingrowing nail
Also known as:
- Benign Tumor on Right Leg or Hip Skin
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous growth on right leg skin
- Right leg skin lesion
- Benign right hip skin mass
- Lump on right leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- D2371: Other benign neoplasm of skin of right lower limb, including hip
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:
- Right Foot Pain
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Aching right foot
- Right foot discomfort
- Pain in right sole
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79671: Pain in right foot
Also known as:
- Benign Skin Growth
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous skin lesion
- Skin tumor
- Skin lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- D2372: Other benign neoplasm of skin of left lower limb, including hip
What procedures does a Podiatrist like Dr. Farrer typically perform?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Farrer 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. Farrer. 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
- Nail Debridement (1-5 Nails)
- Therapeutic Nail Debridement
- Thick Nail Treatment
- Fungal Nail Care
- Thick Nail Trimming
- Fungal Nail Treatment
- Nail Cleaning Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more
- 11720: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 1 to 5
Also known as:
- Corn or Callus Removal
- Corns and Calluses
- Paring of Corn
- Cutting of Callus
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 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
Does Dr. Farrer accept my insurance?
Dr. Farrer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 531-6900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Farrer accept in West Columbia, SC?
Dr. Farrer in West Columbia, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Farrer's office located?
Dr. Marcela Farrer's Primary Practice
176 McSwain Dr
West Columbia, SC 29169
(803) 531-6900
What is Dr. Farrer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Farrer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972779833.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Farrer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Farrer
What is Dr. Marcela Farrer's specialty?
Dr. Farrer is a Podiatrist near West Columbia, SC.
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. Marcela Farrer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Farrer is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Marcela Farrer accepting new patients in West Columbia, SC?
Yes, Dr. Marcela Farrer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Marcela Farrer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Farrer's office at (803) 531-6900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Marcela Farrer?
Please contact Dr. Farrer's office at (803) 531-6900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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