Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fontaine, Podiatrist in Westminster, MA?
Dr. Paula Fontaine is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in Westminster, MA. She is board certified. Dr. Fontaine is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fontaine’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fontaine’s office at (978) 874-1300.
What languages does Dr. Fontaine speak?
Dr. Fontaine and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Fontaine treat?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Fontaine 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. Fontaine. 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:
- Hardening of Leg Arteries in Both Legs
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Bilateral leg artery disease
- PAD in both legs
- Atherosclerosis of both legs
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70203: Unspecified atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities, bilateral legs
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
- Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Vascular Complications
- Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues
- Diabetes nerve issues
- Diabetic nervous system problems
- Nerve damage from type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease
- PAD from Diabetes
- Circulation Problems from Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications
- E1149: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic neurological complication
- E1151: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy without gangrene
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:
- Thickened Skin Condition
- Skin Condition
- Skin hypertrophy
- Hypertrophic skin disorder
- Skin thickening
ICD-10 Codes:
- L919: Hypertrophic disorder of the skin, unspecified
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:
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L600: Ingrowing nail
What procedures does Dr. Fontaine perform?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Fontaine 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. Fontaine. 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 Corns or Calluses
- Corn or Callus Removal
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Corns and Calluses
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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. Fontaine accept my insurance?
Dr. Fontaine accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (978) 874-1300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fontaine accept in Westminster, MA?
Dr. Fontaine in Westminster, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Bankers
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Medicare
Network Health
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
State of Tennessee
Tufts Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Fontaine's office located?
What is Dr. Fontaine's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fontaine's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780654004.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fontaine?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fontaine
What is Dr. Paula Fontaine's specialty?
Dr. Fontaine is a Podiatrist near Westminster, MA. 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. Fontaine to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Paula Fontaine affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fontaine is affiliated with Emerson Health, UMass Memorial HealthAlliance Clinton Hospital - Leominster Campus 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 Paula Fontaine accepting new patients in Westminster, MA?
Yes, Dr. Paula Fontaine is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paula Fontaine offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fontaine's office at (978) 874-1300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paula Fontaine?
Please contact Dr. Fontaine's office at (978) 874-1300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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