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Dr. Shellie Auguste

Elizabeth, NJ

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Auguste, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Elizabeth, NJ?

    Dr. Shellie Auguste is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Elizabeth, NJ with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Auguste is fluent in English, Creoles and pidgins, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Auguste’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Auguste’s office at (908) 353-1777.

    What languages does Dr. Auguste speak?

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

    • Creoles and pidgins

    • English

    • French

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Auguste treat?

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

    • Other Peripheral Vascular Disease
    • Other PVD
    • Other Peripheral Artery Disease
    • Other PAD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I7389: Other specified peripheral vascular diseases

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Walking
    • Walking Problems
    • Trouble Walking
    • Impaired Gait

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Dry Skin
    • Skin Condition
    • Xerosis
    • Dry skin condition
    • Asteatotic eczema

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L853: Xerosis cutis

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetic Nerve Damage
    • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy

    Also known as:

    • Ingrown Nail
    • Nail Disease
    • Ingrown toenail
    • Onychocryptosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L600: Ingrowing nail

    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

    What procedures does Dr. Auguste perform?

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

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

    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

    Also known as:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Unna Boot Application
    • Skin and Tissue Debridement
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal
    • Compression Boot Application
    • Unna Paste Bandage
    • Leg Ulcer Dressing
    • Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Debridement
    • Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
    • 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)

    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")

    Does Dr. Auguste accept my insurance?

    Dr. Auguste accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (908) 353-1777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Auguste accept in Elizabeth, NJ?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Braven Health

    • Carepoint Health

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Gorman-Rupp Co

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Auguste's office located?

    Dr. Shellie Auguste's Primary Practice

    240 Williamson St Ste 200

    Elizabeth, NJ 07202

    (908) 353-1777

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    Dr. Shellie Auguste's Practice 2

    50 Union Ave Ste 501

    Irvington, NJ 07111

    (908) 353-1777

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Shellie Auguste?

    Dr. Auguste has appointments available at her Elizabeth, NJ office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Auguste's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194162578.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Auguste?

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

    What is Dr. Shellie Auguste's specialty?

    Dr. Auguste is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Elizabeth, NJ. 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. Auguste to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Shellie Auguste affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Auguste is affiliated with Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, Atlantic Health Morristown 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?

    Explore Foot & Ankle Surgeon with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Shellie Auguste accepting new patients in Elizabeth, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Shellie Auguste is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shellie Auguste offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Auguste, or call (908) 353-1777 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Shellie Auguste?

    Please contact Dr. Auguste's office at (908) 353-1777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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