Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Saxena, Podiatric Sports Medicine Specialist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Amol Saxena is a Podiatric Sports Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Saxena is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saxena’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saxena’s office at (650) 321-4121.
What languages does Dr. Saxena speak?
Dr. Saxena and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Saxena treat?
As a Podiatric Sports Medicine Specialist, Dr. Saxena 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. Saxena. 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
- Enthesopathy
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Heel Injuries and Disorder
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Joint Disorder
- Ledderhose disease
- Plantar fasciitis nodule
- Foot fibromatosis
- Tendon Attachment Disorder
- Ligament Inflammation
- Enthesitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M722: Plantar fascial fibromatosis
- M779: Enthesopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Achilles Tendon Strain
- Heel Injuries and Disorder
- Sprains and Strains
- Pulled Achilles tendon
- Achilles tendon overstretch
- Heel cord strain
ICD-10 Codes:
- S86012A: Strain of left Achilles tendon, initial encounter
- S86011A: Strain of right Achilles tendon, initial encounter
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:
- Stiff Big Toe
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Toe Injuries and Disorder
- Hallux Rigidus
- Big Toe Arthritis
- Frozen Big Toe
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2022: Hallux rigidus, left foot
- M2021: Hallux rigidus, right foot
Also known as:
- Bunion
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Toe Injuries and Disorder
- Hallux Valgus
- Big Toe Deformity
- Foot Bump
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2012: Hallux valgus (acquired), left foot
- M2011: Hallux valgus (acquired), right foot
Also known as:
- Achilles Tendinitis
- Tendinitis
- Achilles Tendonitis
- Achilles Tendinopathy
- Heel Cord Tendinitis
- Ankle Tendinitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7662: Achilles tendinitis, left leg
- M7661: Achilles tendinitis, right leg
Also known as:
- Right Ankle and Foot Pain
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Ankle
- Sore Right Foot
- Aching Right Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot
Also known as:
- Pain in Left Ankle and Foot
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Left Ankle Ache
- Left Foot Discomfort
- Sore Left Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25572: Pain in left ankle and joints of left foot
Also known as:
- Other Foot and Ankle Tendon or Ligament Pain
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Enthesopathy
- Ankle Enthesopathy
- Foot Tendon Pain
- Ankle Ligament Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7750: Other enthesopathy of unspecified foot and ankle
Also known as:
- Right Ankle and Foot Joint Damage from Injury
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Right Ankle Post-Traumatic Arthritis
- Injured Right Foot Joint
- Right Ankle Arthritis After Trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- M12571: Traumatic arthropathy, right ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Heel Spur
- Bone Disease
- Heel Injuries and Disorder
- Calcaneal Bone Spur
- Heel Bone Spur
- Plantar Spur
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7731: Calcaneal spur, right foot
Also known as:
- Loose Body in Ankle
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Ankle Joint Mice
- Intra-articular Loose Body
- Ankle Joint Debris
ICD-10 Codes:
- M24073: Loose body in unspecified ankle
Which procedures does Dr. Saxena perform as a Podiatric Sports Medicine Specialist?
As a Podiatric Sports Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Amol Saxena 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. Saxena's office.
Does Dr. Saxena accept my insurance?
Dr. Saxena accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 321-4121 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Saxena accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Saxena in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Saxena's office located?
What is Dr. Saxena's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Saxena's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851402242.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saxena?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Saxena
What is Dr. Amol Saxena's specialty?
Dr. Saxena is a Podiatric Sports Medicine Specialist near Palo Alto, 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. Saxena to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Amol Saxena affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Saxena is affiliated with Mills-Peninsula 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 Amol Saxena accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Amol Saxena is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amol Saxena offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Saxena's office at (650) 321-4121 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amol Saxena?
Please contact Dr. Saxena's office at (650) 321-4121 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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