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Dr. Cherison Cuffy

Miami, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cuffy, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Cherison Cuffy is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Cuffy is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cuffy’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cuffy’s office at (305) 693-7287.

    What languages does Dr. Cuffy speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

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

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

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer
    • Diabetic Nerve Damage
    • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
    • E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    Also known as:

    • Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Right Lower Leg
    • Skin Condition
    • Non-Pressure Leg Sore
    • Persistent Leg Wound
    • Right Leg Skin Ulcer
    • Open Sore on Lower Leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L97812: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right lower leg with fat layer exposed

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Skin Ulcer on Foot
    • Skin Condition
    • Foot Ulcer
    • Open Sore on Foot
    • Venous Ulcer
    • Diabetic Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L97522: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot with fat layer exposed

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

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

    • Wound Debridement
    • Skin and Tissue Debridement
    • Muscle Debridement
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal
    • Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Debridement
    • Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
    • Muscle Cleaning Procedure
    • Fascia Debridement
    • Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Skin Substitute Graft (Small Area)
    • Artificial Skin Graft
    • Wound Covering Application
    • Skin Replacement Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 15275: Application of skin substitute graft to face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet, and/or multiple digits, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area

    Also known as:

    • Foot Bone Incision for Infection
    • Foot Osteomyelitis Incision
    • Bone Abscess Drainage Foot
    • Foot Bone Cortex Incision

    CPT Codes:

    • 28005: Incision, bone cortex (eg, osteomyelitis or bone abscess), foot

    Does Dr. Cuffy accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cuffy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 693-7287 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cuffy accept in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Cuffy in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alivi Health

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Cuffy's office located?

    Dr. Cherison Cuffy's Primary Practice

    3659 S Miami Ave Ste 3008

    Miami, FL 33133

    (305) 693-7287

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    Dr. Cherison Cuffy's Practice 2

    7301 N University Dr Ste 305

    Tamarac, FL 33321

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

    Dr. Cuffy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407081813.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cuffy?

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

    What is Dr. Cherison Cuffy's specialty?

    Dr. Cuffy is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Miami, FL.

    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. Cherison Cuffy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cuffy is affiliated with Broward Health Coral Springs, Hca Florida Northwest Hospital, Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Foot & Ankle Surgeon. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Cherison Cuffy accepting new patients in Miami, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Cherison Cuffy is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Cherison Cuffy offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cuffy's office at (305) 693-7287 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Cherison Cuffy?

    Please contact Dr. Cuffy's office at (305) 693-7287 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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