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Dr. Samantha Sheppard

Mountain Lakes, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sheppard, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Mountain Lakes, NJ?

    Dr. Samantha Sheppard is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Mountain Lakes, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sheppard is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sheppard’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sheppard’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Sheppard speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Sheppard typically treat?

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

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer

    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:

    • Chronic Venous Insufficiency
    • Vascular Disease
    • CVI
    • Venous Reflux Disease
    • Leg Vein Incompetence
    • Peripheral Venous Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)

    What procedures does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Sheppard typically perform?

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

    • Wound Debridement
    • Skin and Tissue Debridement
    • Muscle Debridement
    • Deep Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal
    • Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Debridement
    • Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
    • Muscle Cleaning Procedure
    • Fascia Debridement
    • Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
    • Surgical Wound Debridement
    • Tissue Removal for Wound Healing

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, 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)
    • 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 11046: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    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:

    • 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:

    • Removal of Corns or Calluses
    • Corns and Calluses
    • Corn Excision
    • Callus Trimming
    • Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
    • Corns and Calluses Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 11056: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); 2 to 4 lesions

    Does Dr. Sheppard accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sheppard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sheppard accept in Mountain Lakes, NJ?

    Dr. Sheppard in Mountain Lakes, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Carepoint Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Fox Insurance Company

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sheppard's office located?

    Dr. Samantha Sheppard's Primary Practice

    333 Route 46 W Ste 106

    Mountain Lakes, NJ 07046

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    Dr. Samantha Sheppard's Practice 2

    2253 South Ave Ste 1

    Scotch Plains, NJ 07076

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    Dr. Samantha Sheppard's Practice 3

    1250 Park Ave

    Plainfield, NJ 07060

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

    Dr. Sheppard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881956993.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sheppard?

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

    What is Dr. Samantha Sheppard's specialty?

    Dr. Sheppard is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Mountain Lakes, NJ.

    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 Dr. Samantha Sheppard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sheppard is affiliated with Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Atlantic Health Centrastate 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 Dr. Samantha Sheppard accepting new patients in Mountain Lakes, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Samantha Sheppard is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Samantha Sheppard offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sheppard's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Samantha Sheppard?

    Please contact Dr. Sheppard's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Sheppard's office located?

    Dr. Sheppard's offices are located in Mountain Lakes, NJ, Scotch Plains, NJ, and Plainfield, NJ.