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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Linam, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Paramount, CA?
Dr. Mark Linam is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Paramount, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Linam is fluent in English, Japanese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Linam’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Linam’s office at (562) 633-0976.
What languages does Dr. Linam speak?
Dr. Linam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Japanese
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Linam treat?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Linam 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. Linam. 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:
- Other Peripheral Vascular Disease
- Other PVD
- Other Peripheral Artery Disease
- Other PAD
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7389: Other specified peripheral vascular diseases
Also known as:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- Right Foot Pain
- Left Foot Pain
- 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79671: Pain in right foot
- M79672: Pain in left foot
Also known as:
- Ram's Horn Nails
- Nail Disease
- Onychogryphosis
- Thickened nails
- Curved nails
ICD-10 Codes:
- L602: Onychogryphosis
Also known as:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L600: Ingrowing nail
What procedures does Dr. Linam perform?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Linam 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. Linam. 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 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:
- Removal of Multiple Corns or Calluses
- Removal of Corns or Calluses
- Corn or Callus Removal
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Corns and Calluses
- Corn paring
- Callus debridement
- Hyperkeratotic lesion removal
- Corn Excision
- Callus Trimming
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
- Corns and Calluses Treatment
- Paring of Corn
- Cutting of Callus
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Removal
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 11057: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); more than 4 lesions
- 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
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Muscle Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
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
Also known as:
- Nail Removal
- Nail Plate Avulsion
- Toenail Removal
- Fingernail Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11730: Avulsion of nail plate, partial or complete, simple; single
Also known as:
- Ingrown Toenail Removal
- Nail Matrix Excision
- Permanent Nail Removal
- Deformed Nail Surgery
- Toenail Avulsion
CPT Codes:
- 11750: Excision of nail and nail matrix, partial or complete (eg, ingrown or deformed nail), for permanent removal;
Also known as:
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Area)
- Skin Substitute Graft (Additional Area)
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Covering Application
- Skin Replacement Surgery
- Bio-engineered Skin Graft
CPT Codes:
- 15275: Application of skin substitute graft to face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet, and/or multiple digits, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
- 15276: Application of skin substitute graft to face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet, and/or multiple digits, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; each additional 25 sq cm wound surface area, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Ingrown Toenail Removal (Wedge Excision)
- Wedge Resection of Nail Fold
- Ingrown Toenail Surgery
- Partial Nail Avulsion
CPT Codes:
- 11765: Wedge excision of skin of nail fold (eg, for ingrown toenail)
Also known as:
- Abscess Drainage
- Abscess
- Incision and Drainage (I&D)
- Boil Lancing
- Cyst Drainage
- Skin Abscess Removal
CPT Codes:
- 10060: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); simple or single
Also known as:
- Nail Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Nail Bed Biopsy
- Nail Matrix Biopsy
- Fingernail Biopsy
- Toenail Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11755: Biopsy of nail unit (eg, plate, bed, matrix, hyponychium, proximal and lateral nail folds) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
- Tendon sheath injection
- Ligament injection
- Plantar fascia injection
- Soft tissue injection for pain
CPT Codes:
- 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")
Also known as:
- Small Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Joint Tap
- Bursa Fluid Removal
- Small Joint Injection
- Arthrocentesis
CPT Codes:
- 20600: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Arthrocentesis
- Joint Fluid Removal
- Bursa Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Linam accept my insurance?
Dr. Linam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 633-0976 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Linam accept in Paramount, CA?
Dr. Linam in Paramount, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Heritage Health
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
Preferred IPA
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Linam's office located?
Dr. Mark Linam's Primary Practice
16660 Paramount Blvd Ste 101
Paramount, CA 90723
(562) 633-0976
What is Dr. Linam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Linam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811161771.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Linam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Linam
What is Dr. Mark Linam's specialty?
Dr. Linam is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Paramount, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Linam to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Mark Linam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Linam is affiliated with Los Angeles General Medical Center, UCI Medical Center 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 Mark Linam accepting new patients in Paramount, CA?
Yes, Dr. Mark Linam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mark Linam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Linam's office at (562) 633-0976 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mark Linam?
Please contact Dr. Linam's office at (562) 633-0976 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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