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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ruggiero, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Riverside, RI?
Dr. David Ruggiero is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Riverside, RI with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ruggiero is fluent in English and Portuguese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ruggiero’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ruggiero’s office at (401) 228-6710.
What languages does Dr. Ruggiero speak?
Dr. Ruggiero and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
What conditions does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Ruggiero typically treat?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Ruggiero 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. Ruggiero. 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:
- Thick Skin on Hands and Feet
- Sun Exposure
- Palmoplantar keratoderma
- Keratoderma
- Thickened skin palms soles
ICD-10 Codes:
- L851: Acquired keratosis [keratoderma] palmaris et plantaris
Also known as:
- Generalized Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerosis
- Widespread hardening of arteries
- Systemic artery plaque buildup
- Generalized arteriosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7091: Generalized atherosclerosis
Also known as:
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L600: Ingrowing nail
Also known as:
- Plantar wart
- Warts
- Foot wart
- Verruca plantaris
ICD-10 Codes:
- B070: Plantar wart
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
What procedures does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Ruggiero typically perform?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Ruggiero 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. Ruggiero. 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 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
- Removal of Multiple Corns or Calluses
- 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
- Corn paring
- Callus debridement
- Hyperkeratotic lesion removal
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
- 11057: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); more than 4 lesions
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
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
Does Dr. Ruggiero accept my insurance?
Dr. Ruggiero accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 228-6710 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ruggiero accept in Riverside, RI?
Dr. Ruggiero in Riverside, RI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Cigna Group
Medicare
Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island
Network Health
Point32Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ruggiero's office located?
Dr. David Ruggiero's Primary Practice
1525 Wampanoag Trl Ste 204
Riverside, RI 02915
(401) 228-6710
What is Dr. Ruggiero's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ruggiero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447214291.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ruggiero?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ruggiero
What is Dr. David Ruggiero's specialty?
Dr. Ruggiero is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Riverside, RI.
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. David Ruggiero affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ruggiero is affiliated with The Miriam Hospital, Rhode Island 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 David Ruggiero accepting new patients in Riverside, RI?
Yes, Dr. David Ruggiero is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Ruggiero offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ruggiero's office at (401) 228-6710 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Ruggiero?
Please contact Dr. Ruggiero's office at (401) 228-6710 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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