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Dr. Richard Schleiffer

Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Foot Surgeon

Nederland, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Schleiffer, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Nederland, TX?

    Dr. Richard Schleiffer is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Nederland, TX. Dr. Schleiffer is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Schleiffer’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Schleiffer’s office at (409) 853-1643.

    What languages does Dr. Schleiffer speak?

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

    • English
    • German

    What conditions does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Schleiffer typically treat?

    As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Schleiffer 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. Schleiffer. 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:

    • Ingrown Nail
    • Nail Disease
    • Ingrown toenail
    • Onychocryptosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L600: Ingrowing nail

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease
    • PVD
    • PAD
    • Poor Circulation in Legs
    • Blocked Leg Arteries

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B351: Tinea unguium

    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

    What procedures does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Schleiffer typically perform?

    As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Schleiffer 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. Schleiffer. 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:

    • Ingrown Toenail Removal
    • Nail Matrix Excision
    • Permanent Nail Removal
    • Deformed Nail Surgery
    • Toenail Avulsion

    CPT Codes:

    • 11750: Excision of nail and nail matrix, partial or complete (eg, ingrown or deformed nail), for permanent removal;

    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:

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 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:

    • Toe and Foot Bone Amputation
    • Toe Amputation
    • Metatarsal Amputation
    • Partial Foot Amputation
    • Toe Removal with Metatarsal
    • Metatarsophalangeal joint amputation
    • Toe removal surgery
    • Foot digit amputation
    • MTP joint amputation

    CPT Codes:

    • 28810: Amputation, metatarsal, with toe, single
    • 28820: Amputation, toe; metatarsophalangeal joint

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • Buried Implant Extraction
    • Orthopedic Implant Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)

    Also known as:

    • Walking Short Leg Cast Application
    • Below Knee Walking Cast
    • Ambulatory Short Leg Cast
    • Lower Leg Cast
    • Foot and Ankle Cast

    CPT Codes:

    • 29425: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes); walking or ambulatory type

    Also known as:

    • Hammertoe Correction Surgery
    • Hammertoe Repair
    • Toe Straightening Surgery
    • Phalangectomy for Hammertoe

    CPT Codes:

    • 28285: Correction, hammertoe (eg, interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy)

    Does Dr. Schleiffer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Schleiffer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (409) 853-1643 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Schleiffer accept in Nederland, TX?

    Dr. Schleiffer in Nederland, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Schleiffer's office located?

    Dr. Richard Schleiffer's Primary Practice

    2400 Highway 365 Ste 101

    Nederland, TX 77627

    (409) 853-1643

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

    Dr. Schleiffer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477585180.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Schleiffer?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Schleiffer's specialty?

    Dr. Schleiffer is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Nederland, TX.

    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 Dr. Richard Schleiffer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Schleiffer is affiliated with Christus Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth Hospital, The Medical Center Of Southeast Texas 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 Dr. Richard Schleiffer accepting new patients in Nederland, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Schleiffer is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Schleiffer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Schleiffer's office at (409) 853-1643 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Schleiffer?

    Please contact Dr. Schleiffer's office at (409) 853-1643 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Schleiffer's office located?

    Dr. Schleiffer's office is located in Nederland, TX.