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Who is Dr. Nieto, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Ruben Nieto is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Nieto is fluent in English and Spanish, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nieto’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nieto’s office at (661) 324-4100.
What languages does Dr. Nieto speak?
Dr. Nieto and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Nieto treat?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Nieto 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. Nieto. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetic nerve damage
- Diabetes-related nerve pain
- Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Wound Dressing Change or Removal
- Wounds and Injuries
- Non-surgical dressing care
- Wound care visit
- Dressing replacement
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4800: Encounter for change or removal of nonsurgical wound dressing
Also known as:
- Plantar Fibromatosis
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Heel Injuries and Disorder
- Ledderhose disease
- Plantar fasciitis nodule
- Foot fibromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M722: Plantar fascial fibromatosis
Also known as:
- Ankle Contracture
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Joint Disorder
- Stiff Ankle
- Frozen Ankle
- Limited Ankle Movement
- Ankle Stiffness
- Ankle Joint Restriction
ICD-10 Codes:
- M24573: Contracture, unspecified ankle
- M24571: Contracture, right ankle
- M24572: Contracture, left ankle
Also known as:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
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:
- Cellulitis
- Cellulitis of Left Toe
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
- Toe Skin Infection
- Left Toe Skin Infection
- Bacterial Left Toe Infection
- Spreading Left Toe Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
- L03031: Cellulitis of right toe
- L03032: Cellulitis of left toe
Also known as:
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L600: Ingrowing nail
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chronic Ulcer of the Right Foot
- Skin Condition
- Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore
- Venous Ulcer
- Non-healing Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97512: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Athlete's Foot
- Tinea Pedis
- Foot Fungus
- Dermatophytosis of the Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- B353: Tinea pedis
Also known as:
- Hammer Toe
- Toe Injuries and Disorder
- Claw Toe
- Mallet Toe
- Bent Toe
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2040: Other hammer toe(s) (acquired), unspecified foot
Also known as:
- Bone Infection
- Osteomyelitis
- Infected Bone
- Bone Inflammation
- Bone Infection Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M869: Osteomyelitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Skin Ulcer on Foot
- Skin Condition
- Foot Ulcer
- Open Sore on Foot
- Venous Ulcer
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97522: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot with fat layer exposed
Which procedures does Dr. Nieto perform as a Foot & Ankle Surgeon?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Ruben Nieto may include:
- Ankle Surgery
- Foot and Ankle Second Opinion
- Foot and Ankle Specialist Consultation
- Foot and Ankle Specialist Follow Up
- Foot Consultation
- Foot Follow Up
- Foot Surgery
- Laser Toenail Treatment
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nieto's office.
Does Dr. Nieto accept my insurance?
Dr. Nieto accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 324-4100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nieto accept in Bakersfield, CA?
Dr. Nieto in Bakersfield, CA 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Kern Health Systems
Managed Care of America
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nieto's office located?
Dr. Ruben Nieto's Primary Practice
3553 San Dimas St
Bakersfield, CA 93301
(661) 324-4100
What is Dr. Nieto's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nieto's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942615299.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nieto?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nieto
What is Dr. Ruben Nieto's specialty?
Dr. Nieto is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Bakersfield, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Nieto to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ruben Nieto affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nieto is affiliated with Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, Mercy Hospital Downtown 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 Ruben Nieto accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?
No, Dr. Ruben Nieto is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ruben Nieto offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nieto's office at (661) 324-4100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ruben Nieto?
Please contact Dr. Nieto's office at (661) 324-4100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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