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Who is Dr. Proto, Podiatrist in Newport News, VA?
Dr. Benjamin Proto, MD is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in Newport News, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Proto is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Proto’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Proto’s office at (757) 327-0657.
What languages does Dr. Proto speak?
Dr. Proto and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Proto treat?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Proto 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. Proto. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Right Foot Pain
- Left Foot Pain
- Metatarsalgia
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Aching right foot
- Right foot discomfort
- Pain in right sole
- Ache in left foot
- Left foot discomfort
- Sore left foot
- Ball of Foot Pain
- Forefoot Pain
- Metatarsal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79671: Pain in right foot
- M79672: Pain in left foot
- M7742: Metatarsalgia, left foot
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis of the right ankle and foot
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Ankle Arthritis
- Foot Arthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19072: Primary osteoarthritis, left ankle and foot
- M19071: Primary osteoarthritis, right ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Ankle and Foot
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Left Ankle Ache
- Left Foot Discomfort
- Sore Left Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25572: Pain in left ankle and joints of left foot
Also known as:
- Right Ankle and Foot Pain
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Ankle
- Sore Right Foot
- Aching Right Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot
Also known as:
- Achilles Tendinitis
- Peroneal Tendinitis
- Tendinitis
- Achilles Tendinopathy
- Heel Cord Tendinitis
- Ankle Tendinitis
- Achilles Tendonitis
- Peroneal Tendonitis
- Peroneal Tendinopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7661: Achilles tendinitis, right leg
- M7662: Achilles tendinitis, left leg
- M7671: Peroneal tendinitis, right leg
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:
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L600: Ingrowing nail
Also known as:
- Ram's Horn Nails
- Nail Disease
- Onychogryphosis
- Thickened nails
- Curved nails
ICD-10 Codes:
- L602: Onychogryphosis
Also known as:
- Osteochondritis Dissecans of the Ankle and Foot
- Bone Disease
- Cartilage Disorder
- Familial osteochondritis dissecans
- Ankle OCD
- Foot OCD
- Ankle Cartilage Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- M93272: Osteochondritis dissecans, left ankle and joints of left foot
Also known as:
- Osteochondritis Dissecans of the Right Ankle and Foot
- Bone Disease
- Cartilage Disorder
- Familial osteochondritis dissecans
- OCD (Joint Condition)
- Joint Cartilage Damage
- Bone Lesion
- Cartilage Flap
ICD-10 Codes:
- M93271: Osteochondritis dissecans, right ankle and joints of right 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:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- Hammer Toe
- Toe Injuries and Disorder
- Mallet toe
- Claw toe
- Bent toe
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2042: Other hammer toe(s) (acquired), left foot
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
Which procedures does Dr. Proto perform as a Podiatrist?
As a Podiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Benjamin Proto 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. Proto's office.
Does Dr. Proto accept my insurance?
Dr. Proto accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 327-0657 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Proto accept in Newport News, VA?
Dr. Proto in Newport News, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Proto's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Proto's Primary Practice
11751 Rock Landing Dr Ste 1
Newport News, VA 23606
(757) 327-0657
What is Dr. Proto's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Proto's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073506291.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Proto?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Proto
What is Dr. Benjamin Proto's specialty?
Dr. Proto is a Podiatrist near Newport News, VA. 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. Proto to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Proto affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Proto is affiliated with Sentara Careplex Hospital, Riverside Regional Medical Center, Sentara Virginia Beach General 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 Benjamin Proto accepting new patients in Newport News, VA?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Proto is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Proto offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Proto's office at (757) 327-0657 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Proto?
Please contact Dr. Proto's office at (757) 327-0657 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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