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Who is Dr. Lowy, Podiatrist in Silver Spring, MD?
Dr. Adam Lowy is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in Silver Spring, MD with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lowy is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lowy’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lowy’s office at (301) 439-0300.
What languages does Dr. Lowy speak?
Dr. Lowy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Podiatrist like Dr. Lowy typically treat?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Lowy 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. Lowy. 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 Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
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 Separation
- Nail Disease
- Nonsyndromic congenital nail disorder 10
- Onycholysis
- Nail lifting
- Detached nail
ICD-10 Codes:
- L601: Onycholysis
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:
- 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
What procedures does a Podiatrist like Dr. Lowy typically perform?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Lowy 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. Lowy. 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 Debridement (1-5 Nails)
- Nail Trimming and Cleaning
- Thick Nail Trimming
- Fungal Nail Treatment
- Nail Cleaning Procedure
- Therapeutic Nail Debridement
- Thick Nail Treatment
- Fungal Nail Care
CPT Codes:
- 11720: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 1 to 5
- 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
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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:
- 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. Lowy accept my insurance?
Dr. Lowy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 439-0300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lowy accept in Silver Spring, MD?
Dr. Lowy in Silver Spring, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Johns Hopkins Health System
Medicare
State of Maryland
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lowy's office located?
Dr. Adam Lowy's Primary Practice
10801 Lockwood Dr Ste 260
Silver Spring, MD 20901
(301) 439-0300
What is Dr. Lowy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lowy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477795045.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lowy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lowy
What is Dr. Adam Lowy's specialty?
Dr. Lowy is a Podiatrist near Silver Spring, MD.
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. Adam Lowy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lowy is affiliated with Medstar Montgomery Medical Center, Medstar Washington Hospital 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
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Is Adam Lowy accepting new patients in Silver Spring, MD?
Yes, Dr. Adam Lowy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Adam Lowy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lowy's office at (301) 439-0300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Adam Lowy?
Please contact Dr. Lowy's office at (301) 439-0300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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