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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vella, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Mesa, AZ?
Dr. Joseph Vella is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Mesa, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Vella is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vella’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vella’s office at (480) 245-7027.
What languages does Dr. Vella speak?
Dr. Vella and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Vella treat?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Vella 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. Vella. 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 Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- Right Foot Pain
- Left Foot Pain
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Aching right foot
- Right foot discomfort
- Pain in right sole
- Ache in left foot
- Left foot discomfort
- Sore left foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79671: Pain in right foot
- M79672: Pain in left foot
Also known as:
- Thick Skin on Hands and Feet
- Sun Exposure
- Palmoplantar keratoderma
- Keratoderma
- Thickened skin palms soles
ICD-10 Codes:
- L851: Acquired keratosis [keratoderma] palmaris et plantaris
Also known as:
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L600: Ingrowing nail
Also known as:
- Corns and Calluses
- Hard Skin
- Foot Calluses
- Thick Skin Patches
ICD-10 Codes:
- L84: Corns and callosities
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
What procedures does Dr. Vella perform?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Vella 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. Vella. 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
- 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:
- Removal of Corns or Calluses
- Removal of Multiple Corns or Calluses
- Corn or Callus Removal
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Corns and Calluses
- Corn Excision
- Callus Trimming
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
- Corns and Calluses Treatment
- Corn paring
- Callus debridement
- Hyperkeratotic lesion removal
- Paring of Corn
- Cutting of Callus
- 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
- 11057: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); more than 4 lesions
- 11055: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); single lesion
- 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:
- 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:
- Surgical Preparation for Skin Graft (Infants/Children)
- Surgery
- Wound Debridement for Graft
- Burn Scar Release Surgery
- Recipient Site Preparation for Skin Repair
CPT Codes:
- 15004: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet and/or multiple digits; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children
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:
- Nail Removal
- Nail Plate Avulsion
- Toenail Removal
- Fingernail Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11730: Avulsion of nail plate, partial or complete, simple; single
Also known as:
- Hammertoe Correction Surgery
- Toe Tendon Release
- Big Toe Arthritis Surgery (Hallux Rigidus)
- Hammertoe Repair
- Toe Straightening Surgery
- Phalangectomy for Hammertoe
- Percutaneous Toe Tenotomy
- Toe Tendon Cutting
- Hammer Toe Release
- Cheilectomy for hallux rigidus
- Big toe joint debridement
- First MTP joint release
CPT Codes:
- 28285: Correction, hammertoe (eg, interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy)
- 28010: Tenotomy, percutaneous, toe; single tendon
- 28289: Hallux rigidus correction with cheilectomy, debridement and capsular release of the first metatarsophalangeal joint; without implant
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Unna Boot Application
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Compression Boot Application
- Unna Paste Bandage
- Leg Ulcer Dressing
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
Also known as:
- Application of Short Leg Splint
- Calf to Foot Splint
- Lower Leg Splinting
- Short Leg Immobilization
CPT Codes:
- 29515: Application of short leg splint (calf to foot)
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:
- 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Vella accept my insurance?
Dr. Vella accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 245-7027 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vella accept in Mesa, AZ?
Dr. Vella in Mesa, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AllCare Health Plan
Cambia (Regence)
CNA Insurance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
State of Oregon
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Vella's office located?
Dr. Joseph Vella's Primary Practice
2919 S Ellsworth Rd Ste 124
Mesa, AZ 85212
(480) 245-7027
What is Dr. Vella's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vella's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235424466.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vella?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vella
What is Dr. Joseph Vella's specialty?
Dr. Vella is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Mesa, AZ. 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. Vella to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Joseph Vella affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vella is affiliated with Asante Three Rivers Medical Center, Banner Boswell Medical Center, Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center, Banner Ironwood 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 Joseph Vella accepting new patients in Mesa, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Vella is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Vella offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vella's office at (480) 245-7027 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Vella?
Please contact Dr. Vella's office at (480) 245-7027 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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