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Who is Dr. Chernick, Podiatrist in Forest Hills, NY?
Dr. Stephen Chernick is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in Forest Hills, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chernick is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chernick’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chernick’s office at (516) 489-2261.
What languages does Dr. Chernick speak?
Dr. Chernick and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Podiatrist like Dr. Chernick typically treat?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Chernick 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. Chernick. 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:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- Hardening of Leg Arteries in Both Legs
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Bilateral leg artery disease
- PAD in both legs
- Atherosclerosis of both legs
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70203: Unspecified atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities, bilateral legs
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Bilateral leg claudication
- PAD both legs pain with activity
- Both legs artery pain when walking
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs
Also known as:
- Athlete's Foot
- Tinea Pedis
- Foot Fungus
- Dermatophytosis of the Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- B353: Tinea pedis
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
What procedures does a Podiatrist like Dr. Chernick typically perform?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Chernick 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. Chernick. 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:
- 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 Multiple Corns or Calluses
- Removal of Corns or Calluses
- Shave Removal of Skin Lesion
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Corns and Calluses
- Corn paring
- Callus debridement
- Hyperkeratotic lesion removal
- Corn Excision
- Callus Trimming
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
- Corns and Calluses Treatment
- Epidermal Lesion Shave
- Dermal Lesion Shave
- Skin Tag Removal
- Mole Shave Biopsy
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 11057: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); more than 4 lesions
- 11056: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); 2 to 4 lesions
- 11305: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; lesion diameter 0.5 cm or less
- 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:
- Ingrown Toenail Removal (Wedge Excision)
- Wedge Resection of Nail Fold
- Ingrown Toenail Surgery
- Partial Nail Avulsion
CPT Codes:
- 11765: Wedge excision of skin of nail fold (eg, for ingrown toenail)
Also known as:
- Routine Nail Trimming
- Medical Nail Care
- Podiatric Nail Trimming
- Foot Nail Clipping
- Therapeutic Nail Trimming
CPT Codes:
- 11719: Trimming of nondystrophic nails, any number
Also known as:
- Small Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Joint Tap
- Bursa Fluid Removal
- Small Joint Injection
- Arthrocentesis
CPT Codes:
- 20600: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Chernick accept my insurance?
Dr. Chernick accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 489-2261 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chernick accept in Forest Hills, NY?
Dr. Chernick in Forest Hills, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderserve Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
IASIS Healthcare
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Chernick's office located?
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Stephen Chernick?
Dr. Chernick has appointments available at his Forest Hills, NY office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Chernick's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chernick's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063507960.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chernick?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chernick
What is Dr. Stephen Chernick's specialty?
Dr. Chernick is a Podiatrist near Forest Hills, NY.
What does a Podiatrist do?
A podiatrist is a person qualified by a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.) degree, licensed by the state, and practicing within the scope of that license. Podiatrists diagnose and treat foot diseases and deformities. They perform medical, surgical and other operative procedures, prescribe corrective devices and prescribe and administer drugs and physical therapy.
Is this Dr. Stephen Chernick affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Chernick is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Podiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Stephen Chernick accepting new patients in Forest Hills, NY?
Yes, Dr. Stephen Chernick is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Stephen Chernick offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Chernick, or call (516) 489-2261 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Stephen Chernick?
Please contact Dr. Chernick's office at (516) 489-2261 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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