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Dr. Leslie Dowling

Waycross, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dowling, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Waycross, GA?

    Dr. Leslie Dowling is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Waycross, GA. She is board certified. Dr. Dowling is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dowling’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dowling’s office at (912) 490-3668.

    What languages does Dr. Dowling speak?

    Dr. Dowling and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Dowling treat?

    As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Dowling 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. Dowling. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Diabetic Nerve Damage
    • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer

    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:

    • 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

    What procedures does Dr. Dowling perform?

    As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Dowling 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. Dowling. 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:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Muscle Debridement
    • Skin and Tissue Debridement
    • Unna Boot Application
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal
    • Muscle Cleaning Procedure
    • Fascia Debridement
    • Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
    • Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Debridement
    • Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
    • 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
    • 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 29580: Strapping; Unna boot

    Also known as:

    • Hammertoe Correction Surgery
    • Toe Tendon Release
    • Bunion Correction Surgery
    • Hammertoe Repair
    • Toe Straightening Surgery
    • Phalangectomy for Hammertoe
    • Percutaneous Toe Tenotomy
    • Toe Tendon Cutting
    • Hammer Toe Release
    • Hallux Valgus Repair
    • Bunionectomy with Sesamoidectomy
    • Big Toe Deformity Correction

    CPT Codes:

    • 28285: Correction, hammertoe (eg, interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy)
    • 28010: Tenotomy, percutaneous, toe; single tendon
    • 28292: Correction, hallux valgus with bunionectomy, with sesamoidectomy when performed; with resection of proximal phalanx base, when performed, any method

    Also known as:

    • Heel Bone Cut (Calcaneus Osteotomy)
    • Foot Bone Reshaping (Tarsal Osteotomy)
    • Foot Bone Reshaping (Metatarsal Osteotomy)
    • Calcaneus Osteotomy
    • Heel Bone Reshaping Surgery
    • Dwyer Procedure
    • Chambers Procedure
    • Tarsal Bone Cut
    • Midfoot Osteotomy
    • Foot Bone Realignment Surgery
    • Corrective Foot Bone Surgery
    • Metatarsal Osteotomy
    • Foot Bone Lengthening
    • Foot Bone Shortening
    • Foot Bone Angle Correction

    CPT Codes:

    • 28300: Osteotomy; calcaneus (eg, Dwyer or Chambers type procedure), with or without internal fixation
    • 28304: Osteotomy, tarsal bones, other than calcaneus or talus;
    • 28308: Osteotomy, with or without lengthening, shortening or angular correction, metatarsal; other than first metatarsal, each

    Also known as:

    • Minor Bone Graft
    • Bone Grafts
    • Small Bone Graft
    • Dowel Bone Graft
    • Button Bone Graft
    • Autograft (Small)

    CPT Codes:

    • 20900: Bone graft, any donor area; minor or small (eg, dowel or button)

    Also known as:

    • Short Leg Cast Application
    • Below Knee Cast
    • Lower Leg Cast
    • Foot and Ankle Cast

    CPT Codes:

    • 29405: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes);

    Also known as:

    • Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
    • Compression Bandage Application
    • Leg Compression System
    • Ankle and Foot Compression

    CPT Codes:

    • 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot

    Also known as:

    • Calf Muscle Lengthening Surgery
    • Gastrocnemius Release
    • Strayer Procedure
    • Calf Tightness Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27687: Gastrocnemius recession (eg, Strayer procedure)

    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:

    • Bunion Correction with Big Toe Joint Fusion
    • Hallux Valgus Repair
    • Bunionectomy with Arthrodesis
    • Big Toe Fusion Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 28297: Correction, hallux valgus with bunionectomy, with sesamoidectomy when performed; with first metatarsal and medial cuneiform joint arthrodesis, any method

    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:

    • 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:

    • Heel Spur Removal Surgery
    • Calcaneal Ostectomy
    • Plantar Fasciitis Surgery
    • Bone Spur Excision Foot

    CPT Codes:

    • 28119: Ostectomy, calcaneus; for spur, with or without plantar fascial release

    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:

    • Midfoot or Tarsometatarsal Joint Fusion
    • Midtarsal Arthrodesis
    • Tarsometatarsal Fusion
    • Foot Joint Immobilization

    CPT Codes:

    • 28740: Arthrodesis, midtarsal or tarsometatarsal, single 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Corn or Callus Removal
    • Removal of Corns or Calluses
    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Corns and Calluses
    • Paring of Corn
    • Cutting of Callus
    • Hyperkeratotic Lesion Removal
    • Corn Excision
    • Callus Trimming
    • Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
    • Corns and Calluses Treatment
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions

    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
    • 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:

    • Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
    • Bone Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Bone Debridement
    • Dead Bone Removal
    • Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement

    CPT Codes:

    • 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less

    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:

    • 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

    Does Dr. Dowling accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dowling accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (912) 490-3668 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dowling accept in Waycross, GA?

    Dr. Dowling in Waycross, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MedImpact

    • State of Georgia

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Dowling's office located?

    Dr. Leslie Dowling's Primary Practice

    545 Knight Ave

    Waycross, GA 31501

    (912) 490-3668

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    What is Dr. Dowling's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Dowling's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699044529.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dowling?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dowling

    What is Dr. Leslie Dowling's specialty?

    Dr. Dowling is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Waycross, GA. 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. Dowling to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Leslie Dowling affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dowling is affiliated with Memorial Satilla Health, HCA Florida Memorial Hospital 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 Leslie Dowling accepting new patients in Waycross, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Leslie Dowling is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Leslie Dowling offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dowling's office at (912) 490-3668 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Leslie Dowling?

    Please contact Dr. Dowling's office at (912) 490-3668 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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