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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Discepola, Podiatrist in West Orange, NJ?
Dr. Kirsten Discepola is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in West Orange, NJ with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Discepola is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Discepola’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Discepola’s office at (973) 731-1266.
What languages does Dr. Discepola speak?
Dr. Discepola and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Discepola treat?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Discepola 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. Discepola. 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:
- Right Foot Pain
- Left Foot Pain
- Metatarsalgia
- 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
- Ball of Foot Pain
- Forefoot Pain
- Metatarsal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79671: Pain in right foot
- M79672: Pain in left foot
- M7742: Metatarsalgia, left foot
Also known as:
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L600: Ingrowing nail
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:
- Cellulitis
- Cellulitis of Left Toe
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Toe Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
- Left Toe Skin Infection
- Bacterial Left Toe Infection
- Spreading Left Toe Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03031: Cellulitis of right toe
- L03032: Cellulitis of left toe
Also known as:
- Nail Disorder
- Nail Disease
- Nail problems
- Fingernail conditions
- Toenail diseases
ICD-10 Codes:
- L608: Other nail disorders
Also known as:
- Chronic Skin Ulcer on Foot
- Skin Condition
- Foot Ulcer
- Open Sore on Foot
- Venous Ulcer
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97522: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot with fat layer exposed
- L97511: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot limited to breakdown of skin
Also known as:
- Athlete's Foot
- Tinea Pedis
- Foot Fungus
- Dermatophytosis of the Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- B353: Tinea pedis
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
Also known as:
- Chronic Ulcer of the Right Foot
- Skin Condition
- Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore
- Venous Ulcer
- Non-healing Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97512: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Plantar wart
- Warts
- Foot wart
- Verruca plantaris
ICD-10 Codes:
- B070: Plantar wart
Also known as:
- Hammer Toe
- Toe Injuries and Disorder
- Mallet toe
- Claw toe
- Bent toe
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2042: Other hammer toe(s) (acquired), left foot
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:
- Ankle and Foot Tendon and Joint Lining Inflammation
- Joint Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Ankle Tendinitis
- Foot Tendinitis
- Ankle Tenosynovitis
- Foot Synovitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M65871: Other synovitis and tenosynovitis, right ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Corns and Calluses
- Hard Skin
- Foot Calluses
- Thick Skin Patches
ICD-10 Codes:
- L84: Corns and callosities
Also known as:
- Hardening of Leg Arteries in Both Legs
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Bilateral leg artery disease
- PAD in both legs
- Atherosclerosis of both legs
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70203: Unspecified atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities, bilateral legs
Which procedures does Dr. Discepola perform as a Podiatrist?
As a Podiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kirsten Discepola may include:
- Ankle Surgery
- Foot and Ankle Second Opinion
- Foot and Ankle Specialist Consultation
- Foot and Ankle Specialist Follow Up
- Foot Consultation
- Foot Follow Up
- Foot Surgery
- Laser Toenail Treatment
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Discepola's office.
Does Dr. Discepola accept my insurance?
Dr. Discepola accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 731-1266 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Discepola accept in West Orange, NJ?
Dr. Discepola in West Orange, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Braven Health
Carepoint Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Pan American Life
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Discepola's office located?
Dr. Kirsten Discepola's Primary Practice
1500 Pleasant Valley Way Ste 204
West Orange, NJ 07052
(973) 731-1266
What is Dr. Discepola's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Discepola's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780971317.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Discepola?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Discepola
What is Dr. Kirsten Discepola's specialty?
Dr. Discepola is a Podiatrist near West Orange, NJ. 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. Contact Dr. Discepola to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kirsten Discepola affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Discepola is affiliated with St. Joseph's University Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Kirsten Discepola accepting new patients in West Orange, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Kirsten Discepola is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kirsten Discepola offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Discepola's office at (973) 731-1266 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kirsten Discepola?
Please contact Dr. Discepola's office at (973) 731-1266 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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