Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Carelock, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Fairbanks, AK?
Dr. Benjamin Carelock is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fairbanks, AK. Dr. Carelock is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Carelock’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Carelock’s office at (970) 564-2681.
What languages does Dr. Carelock speak?
Dr. Carelock and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Carelock typically treat?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Carelock 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. Carelock. 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 Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
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:
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L600: Ingrowing nail
Also known as:
- Other Surgical Aftercare
- After Surgery
- General post-operative care
- Unspecified surgical recovery
- Surgical follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare
What procedures does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Carelock typically perform?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Carelock 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. Carelock. 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
- 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:
- Corn or Callus Removal
- Removal of Corns or Calluses
- Corns and Calluses
- Paring of Corn
- Cutting of Callus
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Removal
- Corn Excision
- Callus Trimming
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
- Corns and Calluses Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 11055: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); single lesion
- 11056: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); 2 to 4 lesions
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:
- Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
- Tendon sheath injection
- Ligament injection
- Plantar fascia injection
- Soft tissue injection for pain
CPT Codes:
- 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")
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)
Does Dr. Carelock accept my insurance?
Dr. Carelock accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (970) 564-2681 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Carelock accept in Fairbanks, AK?
Dr. Carelock in Fairbanks, AK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Assurant
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
H & R Block
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Carelock's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Carelock's Primary Practice
1405 Kellum St Ste 200
Fairbanks, AK 99701
(970) 564-2681
What is Dr. Carelock's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Carelock's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992949481.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Carelock?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Carelock
What is Dr. Benjamin Carelock's specialty?
Dr. Carelock is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Fairbanks, AK.
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. Benjamin Carelock affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Carelock is affiliated with Intermountain Health - St. Mary's Regional Hospital, Community Hospital - Grand Junction, Co 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 Benjamin Carelock accepting new patients in Fairbanks, AK?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Carelock is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Carelock offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Carelock's office at (970) 564-2681 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Carelock?
Please contact Dr. Carelock's office at (970) 564-2681 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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