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Dr. Lauren Kishman

Akron, OH

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kishman, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Akron, OH?

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

    What languages does Dr. Kishman speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Kishman treat?

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

    • Corns and Calluses
    • Hard Skin
    • Foot Calluses
    • Thick Skin Patches

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L84: Corns and callosities

    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:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    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:

    • Right Foot Pain
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Aching right foot
    • Right foot discomfort
    • Pain in right sole

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79671: Pain in right foot

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of the right ankle and foot
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M19071: Primary osteoarthritis, right ankle and foot

    What procedures does Dr. Kishman perform?

    As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Kishman 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. Kishman. 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
    • 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:

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

    CPT Codes:

    • 11056: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); 2 to 4 lesions
    • 11055: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); single lesion
    • 11057: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); more than 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:

    • Nail Removal
    • Nail Plate Avulsion
    • Toenail Removal
    • Fingernail Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11730: Avulsion of nail plate, partial or complete, simple; single

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Open Repair of Trimalleolar Ankle Fracture
    • Ankle Fracture Repair (Bimalleolar)
    • Trimalleolar Ankle Fracture Surgery
    • Ankle Fracture Fixation
    • Open Ankle Fracture Reduction
    • Broken Ankle Surgery
    • Malleolar Fracture Fixation
    • Open Ankle Fracture Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 27822: Open treatment of trimalleolar ankle fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed, medial and/or lateral malleolus; without fixation of posterior lip
    • 27814: Open treatment of bimalleolar ankle fracture (eg, lateral and medial malleoli, or lateral and posterior malleoli, or medial and posterior malleoli), includes internal fixation, when performed

    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:

    • 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 Treatment for Ankle Joint Disruption
    • Syndesmosis Repair
    • Distal Tibiofibular Joint Fixation
    • Ankle Ligament Repair Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27829: Open treatment of distal tibiofibular joint (syndesmosis) disruption, includes internal fixation, when performed

    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:

    • Toe Tendon Release
    • Percutaneous Toe Tenotomy
    • Toe Tendon Cutting
    • Hammer Toe Release

    CPT Codes:

    • 28010: Tenotomy, percutaneous, toe; single tendon

    Also known as:

    • Big Toe Joint Fusion
    • Great Toe Arthrodesis
    • MTP Joint Fusion
    • Big Toe Fusion Surgery
    • Hallux Rigidus Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 28750: Arthrodesis, great toe; metatarsophalangeal joint

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Joint Fluid Removal
    • Bursa Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Nerve injection
    • Pain relief injection
    • Steroid injection for nerve pain
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Foot Nerve Injection for Pain (Morton's Neuroma)
    • Morton's Neuroma Injection
    • Plantar Digital Nerve Block
    • Foot Nerve Steroid Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64455: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; plantar common digital nerve(s) (eg, Morton's neuroma)

    Does Dr. Kishman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kishman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kishman accept in Akron, OH?

    Dr. Kishman in Akron, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medical Mutual

    • Medicare

    • State of Nevada

    • State of Ohio

    • State of Tennessee

    • The Health Plan of the Upper Ohio Valley

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kishman's office located?

    Dr. Lauren Kishman's Primary Practice

    224 W Exchange St Ste 440

    Akron, OH 44302

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    Dr. Lauren Kishman's Practice 2

    1946 Town Park Blvd Ste 100

    Uniontown, OH 44685

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    Dr. Lauren Kishman's Practice 3

    5 Severance Cir Ste 115

    Cleveland Heights, OH 44118

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

    Dr. Kishman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164713541.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kishman?

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

    What is Dr. Lauren Kishman's specialty?

    Dr. Kishman is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Akron, OH. 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. Kishman to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lauren Kishman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kishman is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Union Hospital - Dover, OH, Hillcrest Hospital, Medina 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 Lauren Kishman accepting new patients in Akron, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Lauren Kishman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lauren Kishman offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Lauren Kishman?

    Please contact Dr. Kishman's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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