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Who is Dr. Temple, Podiatrist in West Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Eric Temple is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in West Des Moines, IA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Temple is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Temple’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Temple’s office at (515) 875-9876.
What languages does Dr. Temple speak?
Dr. Temple and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Podiatrist like Dr. Temple typically treat?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Temple 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. Temple. 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:
- Plantar Fibromatosis
- Tendon and Ligament Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Heel Injuries and Disorder
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Joint Disorder
- Ledderhose disease
- Plantar fasciitis nodule
- Foot fibromatosis
- Enthesopathy
- Tendon inflammation
- Ligament pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M722: Plantar fascial fibromatosis
- M778: Other enthesopathies, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the right ankle and foot
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19071: Primary osteoarthritis, right ankle and foot
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
What procedures does a Podiatrist like Dr. Temple typically perform?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Temple 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. Temple. 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:
- Big Toe Joint Fusion
- Great Toe Arthrodesis
- MTP Joint Fusion
- Big Toe Fusion Surgery
- Hallux Rigidus Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 28750: Arthrodesis, great toe; metatarsophalangeal joint
Also known as:
- Toe Amputation
- Metatarsophalangeal joint amputation
- Toe removal surgery
- Foot digit amputation
- MTP joint amputation
CPT Codes:
- 28820: Amputation, toe; metatarsophalangeal joint
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:
- Hammertoe Correction Surgery
- Hammertoe Repair
- Toe Straightening Surgery
- Phalangectomy for Hammertoe
CPT Codes:
- 28285: Correction, hammertoe (eg, interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy)
Also known as:
- Small Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Joint Tap
- Bursa Fluid Removal
- Small Joint Injection
- Arthrocentesis
CPT Codes:
- 20600: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Removal of Large Foot or Toe Soft Tissue Tumor
- Foot Tumor Excision
- Toe Tumor Removal
- Subcutaneous Tumor Excision Foot
- Soft Tissue Mass Removal Foot
CPT Codes:
- 28039: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of foot or toe, subcutaneous; 1.5 cm or greater
Also known as:
- Open Metatarsal Fracture Repair
- Foot Bone Fracture Surgery
- Metatarsal Fixation
- Broken Foot Bone Repair
CPT Codes:
- 28485: Open treatment of metatarsal fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed, each
Also known as:
- Open Bone Biopsy (Superficial)
- Biopsy
- Bone Sample Collection
- Superficial Bone Biopsy
- Open Biopsy of Bone
CPT Codes:
- 20240: Biopsy, bone, open; superficial (eg, sternum, spinous process, rib, patella, olecranon process, calcaneus, tarsal, metatarsal, carpal, metacarpal, phalanx)
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;
Does Dr. Temple accept my insurance?
Dr. Temple accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 875-9876 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Temple accept in West Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Temple in West Des Moines, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Temple's office located?
Dr. Eric Temple's Primary Practice
5950 University Ave Ste 160
West Des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 875-9876
What is Dr. Temple's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Temple's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831483676.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Temple?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Temple
What is Dr. Eric Temple's specialty?
Dr. Temple is a Podiatrist near West Des Moines, IA.
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. Eric Temple affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Temple is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Unitypoint Health - Iowa Methodist Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Eric Temple accepting new patients in West Des Moines, IA?
Yes, Dr. Eric Temple is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eric Temple offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Temple's office at (515) 875-9876 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eric Temple?
Please contact Dr. Temple's office at (515) 875-9876 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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