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Dr. Ernest Hook

Folsom, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hook, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Folsom, CA?

    Dr. Ernest Hook is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Folsom, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Hook is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hook’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hook’s office at (916) 984-7912.

    What languages does Dr. Hook speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Hook treat?

    As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Hook 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. Hook. 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 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:

    • Enthesopathy
    • Plantar Fibromatosis
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Joint Disorder
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Heel Injuries and Disorder
    • Tendon Attachment Disorder
    • Ligament Inflammation
    • Enthesitis
    • Ledderhose disease
    • Plantar fasciitis nodule
    • Foot fibromatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M779: Enthesopathy, unspecified
    • M722: Plantar fascial fibromatosis

    Also known as:

    • Thick Skin on Hands and Feet
    • Sun Exposure
    • Palmoplantar keratoderma
    • Keratoderma
    • Thickened skin palms soles

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L851: Acquired keratosis [keratoderma] palmaris et plantaris

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L603: Nail dystrophy

    What procedures does Dr. Hook perform?

    As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Hook 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. Hook. 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
    • 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:

    • Removal of Corns or Calluses
    • Corn or Callus Removal
    • Removal of Multiple Corns or Calluses
    • Corns and Calluses
    • Corn Excision
    • Callus Trimming
    • Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
    • Corns and Calluses Treatment
    • Paring of Corn
    • Cutting of Callus
    • Hyperkeratotic Lesion Removal
    • Corn paring
    • Callus debridement
    • Hyperkeratotic lesion removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11056: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); 2 to 4 lesions
    • 11055: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); single lesion
    • 11057: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); more than 4 lesions

    Also known as:

    • Bunion Correction Surgery
    • Hammertoe Correction Surgery
    • Hallux Valgus Repair
    • Bunionectomy with Sesamoidectomy
    • Big Toe Deformity Correction
    • Hammertoe Repair
    • Toe Straightening Surgery
    • Phalangectomy for Hammertoe

    CPT Codes:

    • 28292: Correction, hallux valgus with bunionectomy, with sesamoidectomy when performed; with resection of proximal phalanx base, when performed, any method
    • 28285: Correction, hammertoe (eg, interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy)

    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

    Also known as:

    • Midfoot or Tarsometatarsal Joint Fusion
    • Midtarsal Arthrodesis
    • Tarsometatarsal Fusion
    • Foot Joint Immobilization

    CPT Codes:

    • 28740: Arthrodesis, midtarsal or tarsometatarsal, single joint

    Also known as:

    • Short Leg Cast Application
    • Below Knee Cast
    • Lower Leg Cast
    • Foot and Ankle Cast

    CPT Codes:

    • 29405: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes);

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • Buried Implant Extraction
    • Orthopedic Implant Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)

    Also known as:

    • Ankle or Foot Taping
    • Ankle Strapping
    • Foot Strapping
    • Ankle Taping
    • Foot Taping

    CPT Codes:

    • 29540: Strapping; ankle and/or foot

    Also known as:

    • Nerve Destruction in the Foot
    • Plantar Nerve Ablation', 'Digital Nerve Neurolysis', 'Foot Nerve Block', 'Morton's Neuroma Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 64632: Destruction by neurolytic agent; plantar common digital nerve

    Also known as:

    • Nerve Destruction for Pain
    • Neurolytic nerve block
    • Peripheral nerve ablation
    • Nerve destruction procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 64640: Destruction by neurolytic agent; other peripheral nerve or branch

    Does Dr. Hook accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hook accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 984-7912 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hook accept in Folsom, CA?

    Dr. Hook in Folsom, 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

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Dignity Health / Catholic Health West

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Medicare

    • SGS North America Inc

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Western Health Advantage

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    Where is Dr. Hook's office located?

    Dr. Ernest Hook's Primary Practice

    1580 Creekside Dr Ste 110

    Folsom, CA 95630

    (916) 984-7912

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    Dr. Ernest Hook's Practice 2

    5120 Manzanita Ave Ste 100

    Carmichael, CA 95608

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    Dr. Ernest Hook's Practice 3

    2844 Summit St Ste 107

    Oakland, CA 94609

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

    Dr. Hook's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174614051.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hook?

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

    What is Dr. Ernest Hook's specialty?

    Dr. Hook is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Folsom, 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. Hook to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ernest Hook affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hook is affiliated with Marshall 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 Foot & Ankle Surgeon?

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    Is Ernest Hook accepting new patients in Folsom, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Ernest Hook is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ernest Hook offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hook's office at (916) 984-7912 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ernest Hook?

    Please contact Dr. Hook's office at (916) 984-7912 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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