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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Simmons, Podiatrist in Homestead, FL?
Dr. Michael Simmons is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in Homestead, FL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Simmons is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Simmons’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Simmons’s office at (305) 246-4774.
What languages does Dr. Simmons speak?
Dr. Simmons and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Podiatrist like Dr. Simmons typically treat?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Simmons 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. Simmons. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L600: Ingrowing nail
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic nerve damage
- Diabetes-related nerve pain
- Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with Nerve Problems
- Diabetes Type 1
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Neuropathy Type 1
- Juvenile Diabetes with Nerve Damage
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1040: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Bilateral leg claudication
- PAD both legs pain with activity
- Both legs artery pain when walking
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs
Also known as:
- Metatarsalgia
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Forefoot Pain
- Ball of Foot Pain
- Foot Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7741: Metatarsalgia, right foot
Also known as:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
What procedures does a Podiatrist like Dr. Simmons typically perform?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Simmons 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. Simmons. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Corn or Callus Removal
- Removal of Corns or Calluses
- 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
- 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
- 11057: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); more than 4 lesions
Also known as:
- Nail Trimming and Cleaning
- Therapeutic Nail Debridement
- Thick Nail Treatment
- Fungal Nail Care
CPT Codes:
- 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more
Also known as:
- Unna Boot Application
- Wound Debridement
- Compression Boot Application
- Unna Paste Bandage
- Leg Ulcer Dressing
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
CPT Codes:
- 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
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
Does Dr. Simmons accept my insurance?
Dr. Simmons accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 246-4774 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Simmons accept in Homestead, FL?
Dr. Simmons in Homestead, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareCentrix
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Doctors Healthcare Plans
Medicare
Oscar Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Simmons' office located?
Dr. Michael Simmons' Primary Practice
381 N Krome Ave Ste 112
Homestead, FL 33030
(305) 246-4774
What is Dr. Simmons's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Simmons's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447349915.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Simmons?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Simmons
What is Dr. Michael Simmons's specialty?
Dr. Simmons is a Podiatrist near Homestead, FL.
What does a Podiatrist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Michael Simmons affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Simmons is affiliated with Homestead Hospital 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
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Is Michael Simmons accepting new patients in Homestead, FL?
Yes, Dr. Michael Simmons is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Simmons offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Simmons's office at (305) 246-4774 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Simmons?
Please contact Dr. Simmons's office at (305) 246-4774 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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