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Who is Dr. Rafal, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Wilmington, DE?
Dr. Heather Rafal is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Wilmington, DE with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Rafal is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rafal’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rafal’s office at (302) 998-0178.
What languages does Dr. Rafal speak?
Dr. Rafal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Rafal treat?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Rafal 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. Rafal. 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.
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease
- PAD from Diabetes
- Circulation Problems from Diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1151: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy without gangrene
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
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:
- Hammer Toe
- Toe Injuries and Disorder
- Claw Toe
- Mallet Toe
- Bent Toe
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2041: Other hammer toe(s) (acquired), right foot
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
What procedures does Dr. Rafal perform?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Rafal 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. Rafal. 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.
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Unna Boot Application
- Muscle Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Compression Boot Application
- Unna Paste Bandage
- Leg Ulcer Dressing
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, 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)
Also known as:
- Finger or Toe Fracture Treatment (Non-Surgical)
- Foot Bone Fracture Treatment (No Manipulation)
- Phalanx Fracture Treatment
- Closed Finger Fracture Care
- Toe Bone Fracture Treatment
- Non-Manipulative Digit Fracture Repair
- Metatarsal Fracture Care
- Non-Surgical Foot Fracture Treatment
- Closed Metatarsal Fracture Reduction
CPT Codes:
- 28510: Closed treatment of fracture, phalanx or phalanges, other than great toe; without manipulation, each
- 28470: Closed treatment of metatarsal fracture; without manipulation, each
Also known as:
- Full Contact Leg Cast Application
- Total Contact Cast
- Rigid Leg Cast
- Custom Leg Cast
- Lower Leg Immobilization
CPT Codes:
- 29445: Application of rigid total contact leg cast
Also known as:
- Toe Strapping
- Taping Toes
- Toe Bandaging
- Toe Support
CPT Codes:
- 29550: Strapping; toes
Does Dr. Rafal accept my insurance?
Dr. Rafal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (302) 998-0178 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rafal accept in Wilmington, DE?
Dr. Rafal in Wilmington, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Crestpoint Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Highmark Inc.
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Rafal's office located?
Dr. Heather Rafal's Primary Practice
1601 Milltown Rd Ste 24
Wilmington, DE 19808
(302) 998-0178
What is Dr. Rafal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rafal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023346335.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rafal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rafal
What is Dr. Heather Rafal's specialty?
Dr. Rafal is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Wilmington, DE. 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. Contact Dr. Rafal to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Heather Rafal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rafal is affiliated with Saint Francis Hospital - Wilmington, DE, Beebe Healthcare, Wilmington Hospital, Riddle Hospital, Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional 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 Heather Rafal accepting new patients in Wilmington, DE?
Yes, Dr. Heather Rafal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Heather Rafal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rafal's office at (302) 998-0178 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Heather Rafal?
Please contact Dr. Rafal's office at (302) 998-0178 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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