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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Scherer, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Benjamin Scherer is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Scherer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Scherer’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Scherer’s office at (310) 641-3555.
What languages does Dr. Scherer speak?
Dr. Scherer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Scherer treat?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Scherer 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. Scherer. 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:
- Bunion
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Toe Injuries and Disorder
- Hallux Valgus
- Big Toe Deformity
- Foot Bump
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2011: Hallux valgus (acquired), right 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:
- Stiff Big Toe
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Toe Injuries and Disorder
- Hallux Rigidus
- Big Toe Arthritis
- Frozen Big Toe
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2021: Hallux rigidus, right foot
Also known as:
- Posterior Tibial Tendinitis
- Tendinitis
- Posterior Tibial Tendinopathy
- PTT Dysfunction
- Ankle Tendinitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M76821: Posterior tibial tendinitis, right leg
Also known as:
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L600: Ingrowing nail
Also known as:
- Ankle Contracture
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Joint Disorder
- Stiff Ankle
- Frozen Ankle
- Limited Ankle Movement
ICD-10 Codes:
- M24571: Contracture, right ankle
What procedures does Dr. Scherer perform?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Scherer 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. Scherer. 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:
- 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:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 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:
- 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:
- Toe Tendon Release
- Percutaneous Toe Tenotomy
- Toe Tendon Cutting
- Hammer Toe Release
CPT Codes:
- 28010: Tenotomy, percutaneous, toe; single tendon
Does Dr. Scherer accept my insurance?
Dr. Scherer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 641-3555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Scherer accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Scherer in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Cigna
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthComp
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Scherer's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Scherer's Primary Practice
8540 S Sepulveda Blvd Ste 106
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 641-3555
What is Dr. Scherer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Scherer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053669226.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Scherer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Scherer
What is Dr. Benjamin Scherer's specialty?
Dr. Scherer is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Los Angeles, CA. 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. Scherer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Scherer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Scherer is affiliated with San Gabriel Valley Medical Center, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, Torrance Memorial 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
Where can I learn more about Foot & Ankle Surgeon?
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Is Benjamin Scherer accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Scherer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Scherer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Scherer's office at (310) 641-3555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Scherer?
Please contact Dr. Scherer's office at (310) 641-3555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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