Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Markel, Orthopedic Surgeon in Grand Rapids, MI?
What languages does Dr. Markel speak?
Dr. Markel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Markel typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Markel 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. Markel. 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:
- Osteoarthritis of the right ankle and foot
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Ankle Arthritis
- Foot Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19071: Primary osteoarthritis, right ankle and foot
- M19072: Primary osteoarthritis, left ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Muscle Contracture in Left Lower Leg
- Joint Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Left Lower Leg Muscle Tightness
- Stiff Left Lower Leg Muscle
- Left Lower Leg Muscle Shortening
ICD-10 Codes:
- M62462: Contracture of muscle, left lower leg
Also known as:
- Muscle Contracture in Right Lower Leg
- Joint Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Stiff right lower leg muscle
- Right lower leg muscle shortening
- Tight right lower leg muscle
ICD-10 Codes:
- M62461: Contracture of muscle, right lower 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
What procedures does an Orthopedic Surgeon like Dr. Markel typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Markel 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. Markel. 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:
- Calf Muscle Lengthening Surgery
- Gastrocnemius Release
- Strayer Procedure
- Calf Tightness Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27687: Gastrocnemius recession (eg, Strayer procedure)
Also known as:
- Foot Joint Fusion Surgery
- Midfoot Fusion
- Tarsometatarsal Arthrodesis
- Foot Bone Fusion
CPT Codes:
- 28730: Arthrodesis, midtarsal or tarsometatarsal, multiple or transverse;
Also known as:
- Foot or Ankle Tendon Transfer Surgery
- Deep tendon rerouting
- Tendon transplant surgery
- Muscle redirection surgery
- Tibial tendon transfer
CPT Codes:
- 27691: Transfer or transplant of single tendon (with muscle redirection or rerouting); deep (eg, anterior tibial or posterior tibial through interosseous space, flexor digitorum longus, flexor hallucis longus, or peroneal tendon to midfoot or hindfoot)
Also known as:
- Total Ankle Replacement Surgery
- Ankle arthroplasty with implant
- Total ankle prosthesis
- Ankle joint replacement
CPT Codes:
- 27702: Arthroplasty, ankle; with implant (total ankle)
Also known as:
- Heel Bone Cut (Calcaneus Osteotomy)
- Calcaneus Osteotomy
- Heel Bone Reshaping Surgery
- Dwyer Procedure
- Chambers Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 28300: Osteotomy; calcaneus (eg, Dwyer or Chambers type procedure), with or without internal fixation
Also known as:
- Achilles Tendon Repair (Secondary)
- Achilles Tendon Reconstruction
- Graft for Achilles Tendon
- Re-repair Achilles Tendon
- Ankle Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27654: Repair, secondary, Achilles tendon, with or without graft
Also known as:
- Bunion Correction with Big Toe Joint Fusion
- Hallux Valgus Repair
- Bunionectomy with Arthrodesis
- Big Toe Fusion Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 28297: Correction, hallux valgus with bunionectomy, with sesamoidectomy when performed; with first metatarsal and medial cuneiform joint arthrodesis, any method
Does Dr. Markel accept my insurance?
Dr. Markel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (616) 459-7101 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Markel accept in Grand Rapids, MI?
Dr. Markel in Grand Rapids, MI 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 Michigan
Cigna Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Spectrum / Priority Health
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Where is Dr. Markel's office located?
Dr. Jacob Markel's Primary Practice
1111 Leffingwell Ave NE
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
(616) 459-7101
What hospitals are Dr. Markel affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Markel has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Markel's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Markel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689133522.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Markel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Markel