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Dr. Rui Demelo

Stamford, CT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Demelo, Podiatrist in Stamford, CT?

    Dr. Rui Demelo is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in Stamford, CT. He is board certified. Dr. Demelo is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Demelo’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Demelo’s office at (203) 323-1171.

    What languages does Dr. Demelo speak?

    Dr. Demelo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Demelo treat?

    As a Podiatrist, Dr. Demelo 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. Demelo. 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:

    • Acquired Foot Deformity
    • Stiff Big Toe
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Toe Injuries and Disorder
    • Foot Shape Problems
    • Foot Structural Issues
    • Deformed Foot
    • Hallux Rigidus
    • Big Toe Arthritis
    • Frozen Big Toe

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M216X2: Other acquired deformities of left foot
    • M216X1: Other acquired deformities of right foot
    • M2022: Hallux rigidus, left foot
    • M2021: Hallux rigidus, right foot

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes nerve issues
    • Diabetic nervous system problems
    • Nerve damage from type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Vascular Complications
    • Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1149: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic neurological complication
    • E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications

    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 Dystrophy
    • Nail Disease
    • Ingrown toenail
    • Onychocryptosis
    • Deformed nails
    • Abnormal nail growth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L600: Ingrowing nail
    • L603: Nail dystrophy

    Also known as:

    • Thick Skin on Hands and Feet
    • Sun Exposure
    • Palmoplantar keratoderma
    • Keratoderma
    • Thickened skin palms soles

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L851: Acquired keratosis [keratoderma] palmaris et plantaris

    Also known as:

    • Bunion
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Toe Injuries and Disorder
    • Hallux Valgus
    • Big Toe Deformity
    • Foot Bump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2011: Hallux valgus (acquired), right foot
    • M2012: Hallux valgus (acquired), left foot

    Also known as:

    • Right Toe Pain
    • Pain
    • Toe Injuries and Disorder
    • Aching right toes
    • Right toe discomfort
    • Pain in right foot digits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79674: Pain in right toe(s)

    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:

    • 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:

    • Other types of warts
    • Warts
    • Different kinds of warts
    • Various warts
    • Uncommon warts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B078: Other viral warts

    Also known as:

    • Athlete's Foot
    • Tinea Pedis
    • Foot Fungus
    • Dermatophytosis of the Foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B353: Tinea pedis

    Also known as:

    • Foot and Ankle Tendon Disorder
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Foot tendon pain
    • Ankle tendon inflammation
    • Enthesopathy of foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7752: Other enthesopathy of left foot and ankle

    Also known as:

    • Lymphangitis of Left Toe
    • Bacterial Infection
    • Left Toe Lymphatic Infection
    • Acute Left Toe Infection
    • Red Streaks on Left Toe

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03042: Acute lymphangitis of left toe

    Does Dr. Demelo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Demelo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 323-1171 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Demelo accept in Stamford, CT?

    Dr. Demelo in Stamford, CT 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)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Connecticut

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Demelo's office located?

    Dr. Rui Demelo's Primary Practice

    1234 Summer St Ste 202

    Stamford, CT 06905

    (203) 323-1171

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    Ratings & Reviews

    Rating Star

    1.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 1 reviews

    Check mark

    Office Experience

    20% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    Diagnosis

    20% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition

    Patients give Dr. Rui Demelo a Poor overall experience rating of 1 out of 5 stars. Dr. Demelo has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Demelo, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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    What is Dr. Demelo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Demelo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184612855.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Demelo?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Demelo

    What is Dr. Rui Demelo's specialty?

    Dr. Demelo is a Podiatrist near Stamford, CT. 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. Demelo to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Rui Demelo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Demelo is affiliated with Stamford Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Podiatrist?

    Explore Podiatrist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Rui Demelo accepting new patients in Stamford, CT?

    Yes, Dr. Rui Demelo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rui Demelo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Demelo's office at (203) 323-1171 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Rui Demelo?

    Please contact Dr. Demelo's office at (203) 323-1171 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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