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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fullwood, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Pittsfield, ME?
Dr. James Fullwood is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Pittsfield, ME. Dr. Fullwood is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fullwood’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fullwood’s office at (207) 487-4081.
What languages does Dr. Fullwood speak?
Dr. Fullwood and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Fullwood typically treat?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Fullwood 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. Fullwood. 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:
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L600: Ingrowing nail
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
What procedures does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Fullwood typically perform?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Fullwood 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. Fullwood. 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:
- Nail Removal
- Nail Plate Avulsion
- Toenail Removal
- Fingernail Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11730: Avulsion of nail plate, partial or complete, simple; single
Also known as:
- Ingrown Toenail Removal
- Nail Matrix Excision
- Permanent Nail Removal
- Deformed Nail Surgery
- Toenail Avulsion
CPT Codes:
- 11750: Excision of nail and nail matrix, partial or complete (eg, ingrown or deformed nail), for permanent removal;
Also known as:
- Partial or Complete Nail Removal (Additional Nail)
- Nail Plate Avulsion
- Toenail Removal
- Fingernail Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11732: Avulsion of nail plate, partial or complete, simple; each additional nail plate (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Removal of Corns or Calluses
- Corns and Calluses
- Corn Excision
- Callus Trimming
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
- Corns and Calluses Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 11056: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); 2 to 4 lesions
Also known as:
- Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
- Sciatic Nerve Block
- Sciatica Injection
- Steroid Injection for Sciatica
- Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
- 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Ankle Ligament Repair
- Collateral Ankle Ligament Surgery
- Ankle Sprain Repair
- Watson-Jones Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 27698: Repair, secondary, disrupted ligament, ankle, collateral (eg, Watson-Jones procedure)
Also known as:
- Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
- Hardware Removal Surgery
- Buried Implant Extraction
- Orthopedic Implant Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Arthrocentesis
- Joint Fluid Removal
- Bursa Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Fullwood accept my insurance?
Dr. Fullwood accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 487-4081 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fullwood accept in Pittsfield, ME?
Dr. Fullwood in Pittsfield, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Martin's Point Health Care
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Fullwood's office located?
What is Dr. Fullwood's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fullwood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184936643.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fullwood?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fullwood
What is Dr. James Fullwood's specialty?
Dr. Fullwood is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Pittsfield, ME.
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. James Fullwood affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fullwood is affiliated with Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center, St. Joseph Healthcare - Bangor, Me, Mainegeneral Medical 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 James Fullwood accepting new patients in Pittsfield, ME?
Yes, Dr. James Fullwood is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Fullwood offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fullwood's office at (207) 487-4081 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Fullwood?
Please contact Dr. Fullwood's office at (207) 487-4081 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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