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Who is Dr. Mermelstein, Foot Surgeon in Astoria, NY?
Dr. Steven Mermelstein is a Foot Surgeon, who primarily practices in Astoria, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Mermelstein is fluent in English, Hebrew, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mermelstein’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mermelstein’s office at (718) 274-4040.
What languages does Dr. Mermelstein speak?
Dr. Mermelstein and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
Spanish
What conditions does a Foot Surgeon like Dr. Mermelstein typically treat?
As a Foot Surgeon, Dr. Mermelstein 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. Mermelstein. 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 here.
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 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:
- 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:
- Wart
- Warts
- Skin growth
- Common wart
- Verruca
ICD-10 Codes:
- B079: Viral wart, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L600: Ingrowing nail
Also known as:
- Bunion
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Toe Injuries and Disorder
- Hallux Valgus
- Big Toe Deformity
- Foot Bump
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2011: Hallux valgus (acquired), right foot
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
What procedures does a Foot Surgeon like Dr. Mermelstein typically perform?
As a Foot Surgeon, Dr. Mermelstein 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. Mermelstein. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Nail Trimming and Cleaning
- Nail Debridement (1-5 Nails)
- Therapeutic Nail Debridement
- Thick Nail Treatment
- Fungal Nail Care
- Thick Nail Trimming
- Fungal Nail Treatment
- Nail Cleaning Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more
- 11720: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 1 to 5
Also known as:
- Removal of Corns or Calluses
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Corn or Callus Removal
- Removal of Multiple Corns or Calluses
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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:
- Routine Nail Trimming
- Medical Nail Care
- Podiatric Nail Trimming
- Foot Nail Clipping
- Therapeutic Nail Trimming
CPT Codes:
- 11719: Trimming of nondystrophic nails, any number
Does Dr. Mermelstein accept my insurance?
Dr. Mermelstein accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 274-4040 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mermelstein accept in Astoria, NY?
Dr. Mermelstein in Astoria, 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
AmeriBen
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
Cigna Group
Medicare
Network Solutions
Other TPA
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mermelstein's office located?
Dr. Steven Mermelstein's Primary Practice
3117 Ditmars Blvd Ste A
Astoria, NY 11105
(718) 274-4040
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Steven Mermelstein?
Dr. Mermelstein has appointments available at his Astoria, NY office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Mermelstein's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mermelstein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073533113.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mermelstein?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mermelstein
What is Dr. Steven Mermelstein's specialty?
Dr. Mermelstein is a Foot Surgeon near Astoria, NY.
What does a Foot Surgeon do?
A foot surgeon, typically a podiatrist or orthopedic surgeon, has expertise in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the foot and ankle. They use both surgical and non-surgical treatments for issues such as fractures, deformities, and chronic pain, aiming to restore function and improve overall foot health.
Is this Dr. Steven Mermelstein affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mermelstein is affiliated with Mount Sinai Queens, Mount Sinai South Nassau 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 Steven Mermelstein accepting new patients in Astoria, NY?
Yes, Dr. Steven Mermelstein is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Steven Mermelstein offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Mermelstein, or call (718) 274-4040 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Steven Mermelstein?
Please contact Dr. Mermelstein's office at (718) 274-4040 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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