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Dr. Bob Salk

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Salk, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Bob Salk is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA. Dr. Salk is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Salk’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salk’s office at (415) 565-0200.

    What languages does Dr. Salk speak?

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

    • English

    • Korean

    What conditions does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Salk typically treat?

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

    • 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:

    • Nail Fungus
    • Tinea Infection
    • Onychomycosis
    • Fungal nail infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B351: Tinea unguium

    Also known as:

    • Ingrown Nail
    • Nail Disease
    • Ingrown toenail
    • Onychocryptosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L600: Ingrowing nail

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L84: Corns and callosities

    What procedures does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Salk typically perform?

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

    • Removal of Corns or Calluses
    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Corns and Calluses
    • Corn Excision
    • Callus Trimming
    • Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
    • Corns and Calluses Treatment
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions

    CPT Codes:

    • 11056: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); 2 to 4 lesions
    • 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions

    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

    Does Dr. Salk accept my insurance?

    Dr. Salk accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 565-0200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Salk accept in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Salk in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • All Other Third Party

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Salk's office located?

    Dr. Bob Salk's Primary Practice

    45 Castro St Ste 315

    San Francisco, CA 94114

    (415) 565-0200

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

    Dr. Salk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396839965.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salk?

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

    What is Dr. Bob Salk's specialty?

    Dr. Salk is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near San Francisco, CA.

    What does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Bob Salk affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Salk is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center 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

    When to see a Foot & Ankle Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Bob Salk accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Bob Salk is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Bob Salk offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Salk's office at (415) 565-0200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Bob Salk?

    Please contact Dr. Salk's office at (415) 565-0200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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