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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ertel, Physiatrist in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Bradley Ertel, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ertel is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ertel’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ertel’s office at (716) 821-4450.
What languages does Dr. Ertel speak?
Dr. Ertel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Ertel treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Ertel 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. Ertel. 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:
- 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Varicose Veins in Left Leg with Calf Ulcer
- Varicose Veins in Right Leg with Calf Ulcer
- Varicose Veins
- Left Calf Venous Ulcer
- Calf Ulcer from Varicose Veins
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Right Calf Venous Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- I83022: Varicose veins of left lower extremity with ulcer of calf
- I83012: Varicose veins of right lower extremity with ulcer of calf
Also known as:
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer
- Skin Condition
- Open Sore
- Skin Wound
- Non-healing Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L98492: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of skin of other sites with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Chronic Ulcer of the Right Foot
- Skin Condition
- Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore
- Venous Ulcer
- Non-healing Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97512: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Lymphedema
- Lymphatic Swelling
- Fluid Retention in Limbs
- Chronic Swelling
ICD-10 Codes:
- I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Chronic Skin Ulcer on Foot
- Skin Condition
- Foot Ulcer
- Open Sore on Foot
- Venous Ulcer
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97522: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
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- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
What procedures does Dr. Ertel perform?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Ertel 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. Ertel. 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:
- 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:
- Full Contact Leg Cast Application
- Total Contact Cast
- Rigid Leg Cast
- Custom Leg Cast
- Lower Leg Immobilization
CPT Codes:
- 29445: Application of rigid total contact leg cast
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Skin Replacement
- Bioengineered Skin Application
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
Also known as:
- Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
- Proud flesh removal
- Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
- Granulation tissue treatment
- Wound cautery
CPT Codes:
- 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)
Also known as:
- Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
- Bone Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Bone Debridement
- Dead Bone Removal
- Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement
CPT Codes:
- 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Does Dr. Ertel accept my insurance?
Dr. Ertel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 821-4450 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ertel accept in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Ertel in Buffalo, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
County of Franklin (OH)
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
HealthNow New York
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independent Health
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ertel's office located?
What is Dr. Ertel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ertel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932360773.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ertel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ertel
What is Dr. Bradley Ertel's specialty?
Dr. Ertel is a Physiatrist near Buffalo, NY. Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices. Contact Dr. Ertel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Bradley Ertel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ertel is affiliated with Mercy Hospital of Buffalo, Kenmore Mercy Hospital, Olean General Hospital, Mount St. Mary’s 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 Bradley Ertel accepting new patients in Buffalo, NY?
Yes, Dr. Bradley Ertel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bradley Ertel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ertel's office at (716) 821-4450 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bradley Ertel?
Please contact Dr. Ertel's office at (716) 821-4450 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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