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Dr. Paul Kirchner

New Lenox, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kirchner, Podiatrist in New Lenox, IL?

    Dr. Paul Kirchner is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in New Lenox, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kirchner is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kirchner’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kirchner’s office at (815) 485-0760.

    What languages does Dr. Kirchner speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Podiatrist like Dr. Kirchner typically treat?

    As a Podiatrist, Dr. Kirchner 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. Kirchner. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Nail Fungus
    • Tinea Infection
    • Onychomycosis
    • Fungal nail infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B351: Tinea unguium

    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:

    • Chronic Ulcer of the Left Foot
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Ulcer
    • Open Sore
    • Venous Ulcer
    • Non-healing Wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L97529: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot with unspecified severity

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer

    Also known as:

    • Skin and Nail Yeast Infection
    • Nail Disease
    • Skin Infection
    • Yeast Infection
    • Cutaneous candidiasis
    • Onychomycosis (Candida)
    • Candida skin infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B372: Candidiasis of skin and nail

    Also known as:

    • Ingrown Nail
    • Nail Disease
    • Ingrown toenail
    • Onychocryptosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L600: Ingrowing nail

    What procedures does a Podiatrist like Dr. Kirchner typically perform?

    As a Podiatrist, Dr. Kirchner 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. Kirchner. 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.

    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:

    • Biologic Implant for Soft Tissue Reinforcement
    • Acellular Dermal Matrix Implant
    • Breast Reinforcement Implant
    • Trunk Soft Tissue Repair
    • Tissue Scaffold Implant

    CPT Codes:

    • 15777: Implantation of biologic implant (eg, acellular dermal matrix) for soft tissue reinforcement (ie, breast, trunk) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Skin Substitute Graft (Small Area)
    • Artificial Skin Graft
    • Wound Covering Application
    • Skin Replacement Surgery

    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

    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:

    • Skin Flap Surgery
    • Tissue Transfer
    • Local Flap Reconstruction
    • Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement

    CPT Codes:

    • 14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less

    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")

    Does Dr. Kirchner accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kirchner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (815) 485-0760 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kirchner accept in New Lenox, IL?

    Dr. Kirchner in New Lenox, IL 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 Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • HealthPartners

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Kirchner's office located?

    Dr. Paul Kirchner's Primary Practice

    250 E Maple St

    New Lenox, IL 60451

    (815) 485-0760

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    Dr. Paul Kirchner's Practice 2

    15915 S Crystal Creek Dr

    Homer Glen, IL 60491

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

    Dr. Kirchner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790899979.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kirchner?

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

    What is Dr. Paul Kirchner's specialty?

    Dr. Kirchner is a Podiatrist near New Lenox, IL.

    What does a Podiatrist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Paul Kirchner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kirchner is affiliated with Silver Cross Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial 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

    When to see a Podiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Paul Kirchner accepting new patients in New Lenox, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Kirchner is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paul Kirchner offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kirchner's office at (815) 485-0760 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Paul Kirchner?

    Please contact Dr. Kirchner's office at (815) 485-0760 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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