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Who is Dr. Schwartz, Podiatric Sports Medicine Specialist in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Laura Schwartz is a Podiatric Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Schwartz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schwartz’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schwartz’s office at (925) 943-6203.
What languages does Dr. Schwartz speak?
Dr. Schwartz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Schwartz treat?
As a Podiatric Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Schwartz 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. Schwartz. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Stiff Big Toe
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Toe Injuries and Disorder
- Hallux Rigidus
- Big Toe Arthritis
- Frozen Big Toe
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2021: Hallux rigidus, right foot
Which procedures does Dr. Schwartz perform as a Podiatric Sports Medicine Specialist?
As a Podiatric Sports Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Laura Schwartz may include:
- Certified Medical Examination for Athlete
- Exercise Counseling
- Platelet Rich Plasma Procedure
- Pre-Sports Evaluation
- Pre-Sports Physical
- Shoulder Surgery
- Sports Concussion
- Sports Injury Prevention
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Schwartz's office.
Does Dr. Schwartz accept my insurance?
Dr. Schwartz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 943-6203 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Schwartz accept in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Schwartz in Walnut Creek, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Central Health
Conifer Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Schwartz's office located?
Dr. Laura Schwartz's Primary Practice
120 La Casa Via Ste 205
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
(925) 943-6203
What is Dr. Schwartz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Schwartz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437506243.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schwartz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Schwartz
What is Dr. Laura Schwartz's specialty?
Dr. Schwartz is a Podiatric Sports Medicine Specialist near Walnut Creek, CA. A sports medicine podiatrist specializes in diagnosing and treating foot and ankle injuries related to athletic activities. They focus on enhancing performance and recovery through surgical and non-surgical interventions for conditions like sprains and fractures, while also providing injury prevention and rehabilitation guidance. Contact Dr. Schwartz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Laura Schwartz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Schwartz is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Podiatric Sports Medicine Specialist?
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Is Laura Schwartz accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?
Yes, Dr. Laura Schwartz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laura Schwartz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Schwartz's office at (925) 943-6203 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laura Schwartz?
Please contact Dr. Schwartz's office at (925) 943-6203 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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