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Who is Dr. Christensen, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Appleton, WI?
Dr. Jay Christensen is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Appleton, WI with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Christensen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Christensen’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Christensen’s office at (920) 882-9990.
What languages does Dr. Christensen speak?
Dr. Christensen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Christensen treat?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Christensen 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. Christensen. 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:
- Osteoarthritis of the right ankle and foot
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Ankle Arthritis
- Foot Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19071: Primary osteoarthritis, right ankle and foot
- M19072: Primary osteoarthritis, left ankle and foot
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
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:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
What procedures does Dr. Christensen perform?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Christensen 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. Christensen. 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:
- Foot Bone Reshaping (Metatarsal Osteotomy)
- Big Toe Bone Reshaping Surgery
- Foot Bone Reshaping (Tarsal Osteotomy)
- Partial Foot Bone Removal
- Foot Bone Infection Removal
- Foot Bone Reshaping (First Metatarsal)
- Heel Bone Cut (Calcaneus Osteotomy)
- Bunionette Removal Surgery
- Metatarsal Osteotomy
- Foot Bone Lengthening
- Foot Bone Shortening
- Foot Bone Angle Correction
- First Toe Proximal Phalanx Osteotomy
- Big Toe Shortening Surgery
- Toe Bone Correction
- Hallux Phalanx Osteotomy
- Tarsal Bone Cut
- Midfoot Osteotomy
- Foot Bone Realignment Surgery
- Corrective Foot Bone Surgery
- Talus Bone Excision
- Calcaneus Bone Excision
- Foot Bone Debridement
- Osteomyelitis Bone Removal
- Tarsal Bone Excision
- Metatarsal Bone Infection Treatment
- First Metatarsal Osteotomy
- Foot Bone Lengthening/Shortening
- Bunion Surgery (Bone Reshaping)
- Calcaneus Osteotomy
- Heel Bone Reshaping Surgery
- Dwyer Procedure
- Chambers Procedure
- Tailor's Bunion Surgery
- Fifth Metatarsal Head Excision
- Foot Bunionette Correction
- Pinky Toe Bunion Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 28308: Osteotomy, with or without lengthening, shortening or angular correction, metatarsal; other than first metatarsal, each
- 28310: Osteotomy, shortening, angular or rotational correction; proximal phalanx, first toe (separate procedure)
- 28304: Osteotomy, tarsal bones, other than calcaneus or talus;
- 28120: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, sequestrectomy, or diaphysectomy) bone (eg, osteomyelitis or bossing); talus or calcaneus
- 28122: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, sequestrectomy, or diaphysectomy) bone (eg, osteomyelitis or bossing); tarsal or metatarsal bone, except talus or calcaneus
- 28306: Osteotomy, with or without lengthening, shortening or angular correction, metatarsal; first metatarsal
- 28300: Osteotomy; calcaneus (eg, Dwyer or Chambers type procedure), with or without internal fixation
- 28110: Ostectomy, partial excision, fifth metatarsal head (bunionette) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Big Toe Arthritis Surgery (Hallux Rigidus)
- Toe Bone Reshaping Surgery
- Bunion Correction with Double Bone Cut
- Hammertoe Correction Surgery
- Endoscopic Plantar Fasciotomy
- Foot Bone Cyst or Tumor Removal
- Heel Bone Removal
- Tarsal Tunnel Release
- Cheilectomy for hallux rigidus
- Big toe joint debridement
- First MTP joint release
- Toe Phalangeal Osteotomy
- Toe Shortening Surgery
- Toe Deformity Correction
- Hallux Valgus Correction
- Bunionectomy with Osteotomy
- Double Osteotomy Bunion Repair
- Hammertoe Repair
- Toe Straightening Surgery
- Phalangectomy for Hammertoe
- Keyhole Plantar Fascia Release
- Minimally Invasive Plantar Fasciotomy
- Heel Pain Endoscopic Surgery
- Phalanges Bone Cyst Excision
- Foot Phalangeal Tumor Removal
- Toe Bone Cyst Curettage
- Calcaneus Ostectomy
- Heel Bone Resection
- Foot Bone Removal
- Calcaneal Bone Excision
- Posterior Tibial Nerve Decompression
- Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome Surgery
- Nerve Release in Foot
- Foot Nerve Decompression
CPT Codes:
- 28289: Hallux rigidus correction with cheilectomy, debridement and capsular release of the first metatarsophalangeal joint; without implant
- 28312: Osteotomy, shortening, angular or rotational correction; other phalanges, any toe
- 28299: Correction, hallux valgus with bunionectomy, with sesamoidectomy when performed; with double osteotomy, any method
- 28285: Correction, hammertoe (eg, interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy)
- 29893: Endoscopic plantar fasciotomy
- 28108: Excision or curettage of bone cyst or benign tumor, phalanges of foot
- 28118: Ostectomy, calcaneus;
- 28035: Release, tarsal tunnel (posterior tibial nerve decompression)
Also known as:
- Minor Bone Graft
- Large Bone Graft
- Bone Grafts
- Small Bone Graft
- Dowel Bone Graft
- Button Bone Graft
- Autograft (Small)
- Major Bone Grafting
- Autograft
- Allograft
CPT Codes:
- 20900: Bone graft, any donor area; minor or small (eg, dowel or button)
- 20902: Bone graft, any donor area; major or large
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:
- Foot Bone Cyst or Tumor Removal
- Lower Leg Bone Cyst or Tumor Removal
- Tarsal Bone Cyst Excision
- Metatarsal Bone Tumor Removal
- Foot Bone Curettage
- Benign Foot Bone Tumor Surgery
- Talus Cyst Excision
- Calcaneus Tumor Removal
- Tibia Bone Cyst Excision
- Fibula Tumor Removal
- Leg Bone Curettage
- Benign Bone Tumor Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 28104: Excision or curettage of bone cyst or benign tumor, tarsal or metatarsal, except talus or calcaneus;
- 28100: Excision or curettage of bone cyst or benign tumor, talus or calcaneus;
- 27635: Excision or curettage of bone cyst or benign tumor, tibia or fibula;
Also known as:
- Toe Deformity Correction (Soft Tissue)
- Angular Toe Deformity Repair
- Overlapping Toe Correction
- Curly Toe Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 28313: Reconstruction, angular deformity of toe, soft tissue procedures only (eg, overlapping second toe, fifth toe, curly toes)
Also known as:
- Midfoot or Tarsometatarsal Joint Fusion
- Foot Joint Fusion Surgery
- Triple Joint Fusion in the Foot
- Midtarsal Arthrodesis
- Tarsometatarsal Fusion
- Foot Joint Immobilization
- Midfoot Fusion
- Tarsometatarsal Arthrodesis
- Foot Bone Fusion
- Triple Arthrodesis
- Foot Joint Fusion
- Subtalar Joint Fusion
- Talonavicular Joint Fusion
CPT Codes:
- 28740: Arthrodesis, midtarsal or tarsometatarsal, single joint
- 28730: Arthrodesis, midtarsal or tarsometatarsal, multiple or transverse;
- 28715: Arthrodesis; triple
Also known as:
- Open Foot Tendon Release (Flexor Tendons)
- Foot or Ankle Tendon Transfer Surgery
- Foot flexor tenotomy
- Tendon lengthening foot
- Open foot tendon cutting
- Deep tendon rerouting
- Tendon transplant surgery
- Muscle redirection surgery
- Tibial tendon transfer
CPT Codes:
- 28230: Tenotomy, open, tendon flexor; foot, single or multiple tendon(s) (separate procedure)
- 27691: Transfer or transplant of single tendon (with muscle redirection or rerouting); deep (eg, anterior tibial or posterior tibial through interosseous space, flexor digitorum longus, flexor hallucis longus, or peroneal tendon to midfoot or hindfoot)
Also known as:
- Subtalar Joint Fusion
- Big Toe Joint Fusion
- Ankle Joint Fusion
- Subtalar Arthrodesis
- Hindfoot Fusion Surgery
- Talocalcaneal Fusion
- Great Toe Arthrodesis
- MTP Joint Fusion
- Big Toe Fusion Surgery
- Hallux Rigidus Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 28725: Arthrodesis; subtalar
- 28750: Arthrodesis, great toe; metatarsophalangeal joint
Also known as:
- Foot Tendon Release Surgery
- Foot Tendon Release (Multiple)
- Extensor Tendon Tenolysis
- Foot Tendon Adhesion Removal
- Single Foot Tendon Surgery
- Extensor Tendon Release (Foot)
- Multiple Foot Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 28225: Tenolysis, extensor, foot; single tendon
- 28226: Tenolysis, extensor, foot; multiple tendons
Also known as:
- Open Tendon Release in Foot or Toe
- Foot Tendon Cutting
- Toe Extensor Tenotomy
- Open Foot Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 28234: Tenotomy, open, extensor, foot or toe, each tendon
Also known as:
- Leg Flexor Tendon Repair
- Secondary Leg Tendon Repair
- Leg Tendon Graft
- Flexor Tendon Surgery Leg
CPT Codes:
- 27659: Repair, flexor tendon, leg; secondary, with or without graft, each tendon
Also known as:
- Ankle Ligament Repair
- Collateral Ankle Ligament Surgery
- Ankle Sprain Repair
- Watson-Jones Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 27698: Repair, secondary, disrupted ligament, ankle, collateral (eg, Watson-Jones procedure)
Also known as:
- Ankle Arthroscopy for Cartilage Repair
- Endoscopy
- Keyhole Ankle Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Ankle Cartilage Repair
- Ankle Bone Defect Excision
CPT Codes:
- 29891: Arthroscopy, ankle, surgical, excision of osteochondral defect of talus and/or tibia, including drilling of the defect
Also known as:
- Ankle Ligament Repair
- Collateral Ligament Repair
- Ankle Ligament Surgery
- Ankle Ligament Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 27695: Repair, primary, disrupted ligament, ankle; collateral
Also known as:
- Shin Bone Partial Removal
- Partial Fibula Bone Removal
- Tibia Bone Excision
- Shin Bone Debridement
- Osteomyelitis Tibia Surgery
- Fibula Osteomyelitis Surgery
- Bone Excision (Fibula)
- Craterization of Fibula
CPT Codes:
- 27640: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, or diaphysectomy), bone (eg, osteomyelitis); tibia
- 27641: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, or diaphysectomy), bone (eg, osteomyelitis); fibula
Also known as:
- Achilles Tendon Repair (Secondary)
- Achilles Tendon Reconstruction
- Graft for Achilles Tendon
- Re-repair Achilles Tendon
- Ankle Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27654: Repair, secondary, Achilles tendon, with or without graft
Also known as:
- Open Toe Joint Dislocation Repair
- MTP Joint Dislocation Surgery
- Toe Dislocation Fixation
- Foot Joint Dislocation Repair
CPT Codes:
- 28645: Open treatment of metatarsophalangeal joint dislocation, includes internal fixation, when performed
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 Soft Tissue Tumor Removal (Leg/Ankle)
- Leg Soft Tissue Excision
- Ankle Tumor Removal
- Intramuscular Tumor Excision
- Leg/Ankle Lump Removal
CPT Codes:
- 27619: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of leg or ankle area, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); less than 5 cm
Also known as:
- Finger/Toe Joint Capsule Release
- Interphalangeal Joint Capsulotomy
- Finger Joint Release
- Toe Joint Capsule Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 28272: Capsulotomy; interphalangeal joint, each joint (separate procedure)
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:
- 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:
- Open Tarsal Bone Dislocation Repair
- Foot Bone Dislocation Surgery
- Tarsal Joint Fixation
- Midfoot Dislocation Repair
- Open Reduction Foot Dislocation
CPT Codes:
- 28555: Open treatment of tarsal bone dislocation, includes internal fixation, when performed
Also known as:
- Toe Joint Capsule Release
- Toe Capsulotomy
- Metatarsophalangeal Joint Release
- Toe Joint Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 28270: Capsulotomy; metatarsophalangeal joint, with or without tenorrhaphy, each joint (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Open Toe Tendon Release
- Flexor Tenotomy Toe
- Toe Tendon Lengthening
- Hammer Toe Surgery
- Toe Tendon Cut
CPT Codes:
- 28232: Tenotomy, open, tendon flexor; toe, single tendon (separate procedure)
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:
- 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:
- Partial Removal of Toe Bone
- Toe phalanx excision
- Toe bone cleaning
- Osteomyelitis toe treatment
CPT Codes:
- 28124: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, sequestrectomy, or diaphysectomy) bone (eg, osteomyelitis or bossing); phalanx of toe
Also known as:
- Foot Flexor Tendon Repair
- Tendon repair foot
- Flexor tendon surgery
- Foot tendon reconstruction
- Ankle tendon repair
CPT Codes:
- 28200: Repair, tendon, flexor, foot; primary or secondary, without free graft, each tendon
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:
- Wound Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Tissue Transfer
- Local Flap Reconstruction
- Adjacent Tissue Rearrangement
CPT Codes:
- 14040: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, axillae, genitalia, hands and/or feet; defect 10 sq cm or less
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:
- Hand or Foot Nerve Repair
- Neuroplasty
- Nerve Decompression
- Nerve Release Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 64704: Neuroplasty; nerve of hand or foot
Also known as:
- Major Arm or Leg Nerve Repair
- Peripheral Nerve Surgery
- Nerve Reconstruction Arm/Leg
- Open Neuroplasty
CPT Codes:
- 64708: Neuroplasty, major peripheral nerve, arm or leg, open; other than specified
Does Dr. Christensen accept my insurance?
Dr. Christensen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (920) 882-9990 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Christensen accept in Appleton, WI?
Dr. Christensen in Appleton, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Affinity Health System
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Partners Plans
Health Payment System (HPS)
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
State of Wisconsin
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Christensen's office located?
Dr. Jay Christensen's Primary Practice
2005 S Lake Park Rd
Appleton, WI 54915
(920) 882-9990
What is Dr. Christensen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Christensen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144589961.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Christensen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Christensen
What is Dr. Jay Christensen's specialty?
Dr. Christensen is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Appleton, WI. 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. Christensen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jay Christensen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Christensen is affiliated with ThedaCare Regional Medical Center-Neenah, ThedaCare Regional Medical Center-Appleton, ThedaCare Medical Center - Berlin 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 Jay Christensen accepting new patients in Appleton, WI?
Yes, Dr. Jay Christensen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jay Christensen offer online booking?
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