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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ponton, Podiatrist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Stephen Ponton is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ponton is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ponton’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ponton’s office at (847) 504-5000.
What languages does Dr. Ponton speak?
Dr. Ponton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Ponton treat?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Ponton 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. Ponton. 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:
- Hardening of Leg Arteries in Both Legs
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Bilateral leg artery disease
- PAD in both legs
- Atherosclerosis of both legs
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70203: Unspecified atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities, bilateral legs
Also known as:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- Peripheral Arterial Disease in Both Legs
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- PAD in Both Legs
- Poor Circulation in Both Legs
- Hardening of Arteries in Both Legs
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70293: Other atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities, bilateral legs
Also known as:
- Other Peripheral Vascular Disease
- Other PVD
- Other Peripheral Artery Disease
- Other PAD
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7389: Other specified peripheral vascular diseases
Also known as:
- Buerger's Disease
- Vasculitis
- Thromboangiitis Obliterans
- Inflammation of Blood Vessels
- Peripheral Vascular Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I731: Thromboangiitis obliterans [Buerger's disease]
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Vascular Complications
- Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues
- Diabetes nerve issues
- Diabetic nervous system problems
- Nerve damage from type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications
- E1149: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic neurological complication
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
Also known as:
- Nail Dystrophy
- Nail Disease
- Deformed nails
- Abnormal nail growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- L603: Nail dystrophy
Also known as:
- Excessive Body Odor from Sweat
- Sweat
- Smelly Sweat
- Body Odor
- Osmidrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L750: Bromhidrosis
What procedures does Dr. Ponton perform?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Ponton 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. Ponton. 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:
- 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 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
Does Dr. Ponton accept my insurance?
Dr. Ponton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (847) 504-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ponton accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Ponton in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
State of Illinois
Tria Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ponton's office located?
Dr. Stephen Ponton's Primary Practice
225 W Washington St Ste 1500
Chicago, IL 60606
(847) 504-5000
What is Dr. Ponton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ponton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316997042.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ponton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ponton
What is Dr. Stephen Ponton's specialty?
Dr. Ponton is a Podiatrist near Chicago, IL. 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. Contact Dr. Ponton to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Stephen Ponton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ponton is affiliated with Mercy Health - Lourdes 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
Where can I learn more about Podiatrist?
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Is Stephen Ponton accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Ponton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Ponton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ponton's office at (847) 504-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Ponton?
Please contact Dr. Ponton's office at (847) 504-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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