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Dr. Michael Gazes

Bridgeport, CT

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gazes, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Bridgeport, CT?

    Dr. Michael Gazes is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Bridgeport, CT with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Gazes is fluent in English and Spanish, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gazes’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gazes’s office at (203) 287-6920.

    What languages does Dr. Gazes speak?

    Dr. Gazes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Gazes treat?

    As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Gazes 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. Gazes. 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
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer
    • Diabetic Nerve Damage
    • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
    • E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Open wound on foot
    • Open Wound on Left Foot
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Foot cut
    • Foot gash
    • Foot injury
    • Left Foot Injury
    • Left Foot Cut
    • Left Foot Laceration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S91302D: Unspecified open wound, left foot, subsequent encounter
    • S91301D: Unspecified open wound, right foot, subsequent encounter
    • S91302A: Unspecified open wound, left foot, initial encounter
    • S91301A: Unspecified open wound, right foot, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Amputation Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Limb Loss
    • Post-amputation care
    • Limb loss recovery
    • Amputee rehabilitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4781: Encounter for orthopedic aftercare following surgical amputation

    Also known as:

    • Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
    • Post-Treatment Check-up
    • Aftercare Visit
    • Recovery Monitoring Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm

    Also known as:

    • Surgical Dressing Change or Removal
    • After Surgery
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Wound dressing care
    • Post-op dressing change
    • Surgical wound management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4801: Encounter for change or removal of surgical wound dressing

    Also known as:

    • Right Ankle Open Wound
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Right Ankle Cut
    • Right Ankle Gash
    • Deep Cut on Right Ankle

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S91001D: Unspecified open wound, right ankle, subsequent encounter

    Also known as:

    • Right Foot Pain
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Aching right foot
    • Right foot discomfort
    • Pain in right sole

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79671: Pain in right foot

    Also known as:

    • Nail Dystrophy
    • Nail Disease
    • Deformed nails
    • Abnormal nail growth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L603: Nail dystrophy

    Also known as:

    • Corns and Calluses
    • Hard Skin
    • Foot Calluses
    • Thick Skin Patches

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L84: Corns and callosities

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Ulcer of the Right Foot
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Ulcer
    • Open Sore
    • Venous Ulcer
    • Non-healing Wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L97518: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with other specified severity

    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:

    • Charcot's Joint in the Right Ankle and Foot
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Joint Disorder
    • Neuropathic Right Ankle Arthropathy
    • Neurogenic Right Foot Joint Disease
    • Right Ankle and Foot Charcot Arthropathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M14671: Charcot's joint, right ankle and foot

    Also known as:

    • Local Skin Infection
    • Skin Infection
    • Skin bacterial infection
    • Subcutaneous tissue infection
    • Localized skin infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L089: Local infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 1 Diabetes with Foot Ulcers
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot Ulcers
    • Foot Wounds from Type 1 Diabetes
    • Type 1 Diabetes Foot Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E10621: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer

    Which procedures does Dr. Gazes perform as a Foot & Ankle Surgeon?

    Does Dr. Gazes accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gazes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 287-6920 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gazes accept in Bridgeport, CT?

    Dr. Gazes in Bridgeport, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CarePartners of Connecticut

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Connecticut

    • United American / Torchmark

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Gazes' office located?

    Dr. Michael Gazes' Primary Practice

    226 Mill Hill Ave Ste 3

    Bridgeport, CT 06610

    (203) 287-6920

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    Dr. Michael Gazes' Practice 2

    950 Campbell Ave

    West Haven, CT 06516

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    Dr. Michael Gazes' Practice 3

    4 Devine St # A

    North Haven, CT 06473

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    What is Dr. Gazes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Gazes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962820522.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gazes?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gazes

    What is Dr. Michael Gazes's specialty?

    Dr. Gazes is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Bridgeport, CT. 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. Gazes to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Michael Gazes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gazes is affiliated with Smilow Cancer Hospital At Yale New Haven 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 Foot & Ankle Surgeon?

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    Is Michael Gazes accepting new patients in Bridgeport, CT?

    No, Dr. Michael Gazes is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Gazes offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gazes's office at (203) 287-6920 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Gazes?

    Please contact Dr. Gazes's office at (203) 287-6920 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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