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Who is Dr. Blank, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Wheeling, IL?
Dr. Jeffrey Blank is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Wheeling, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Blank is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blank’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blank’s office at (847) 215-1525.
What languages does Dr. Blank speak?
Dr. Blank and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Blank typically treat?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Blank 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. Blank. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
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:
- Skin Disorder
- Skin Condition
- Skin Problem
- Dermatological Condition
- Skin Ailment
ICD-10 Codes:
- L989: Disorder of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Generalized Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerosis
- Widespread hardening of arteries
- Systemic artery plaque buildup
- Generalized arteriosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7091: Generalized atherosclerosis
What procedures does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Blank typically perform?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Blank 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. Blank. 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 here.
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
- Removal of Corns or Calluses
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Corns and Calluses
- Paring of Corn
- Cutting of Callus
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Removal
- Corn Excision
- Callus Trimming
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
- Corns and Calluses Treatment
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 11055: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); single lesion
- 11056: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); 2 to 4 lesions
- 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:
- Skin Biopsy
- Shave Biopsy
- Tangential Biopsy
- Skin Lesion Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11102: Tangential biopsy of skin (eg, shave, scoop, saucerize, curette); single lesion
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:
- 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
Does Dr. Blank accept my insurance?
Dr. Blank accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 215-1525 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blank accept in Wheeling, IL?
Dr. Blank in Wheeling, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Truman Medical Centers
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Blank's office located?
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Jeffrey Blank?
Dr. Blank has appointments available at his Wheeling, IL office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Blank's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blank's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235142605.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blank?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blank
What is Dr. Jeffrey Blank's specialty?
Dr. Blank is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Wheeling, IL.
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. Jeffrey Blank affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Blank is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Delnor 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 Jeffrey Blank accepting new patients in Wheeling, IL?
Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Blank is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jeffrey Blank offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Blank, or call (847) 215-1525 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Jeffrey Blank?
Please contact Dr. Blank's office at (847) 215-1525 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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