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Dr. Benjamin Elgamil

Columbia, MD

Accepting patients
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Elgamil, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Columbia, MD?

    Dr. Benjamin Elgamil is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Columbia, MD. Dr. Elgamil is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elgamil’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elgamil’s office at (410) 363-4343.

    What languages does Dr. Elgamil speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Elgamil treat?

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

    • 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:

    • Ingrown Nail
    • Nail Disease
    • Ingrown toenail
    • Onychocryptosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L600: Ingrowing nail

    Also known as:

    • Plantar wart
    • Warts
    • Foot wart
    • Verruca plantaris

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B070: Plantar wart

    Also known as:

    • Nail Fungus
    • Tinea Infection
    • Onychomycosis
    • Fungal nail infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B351: Tinea unguium

    Also known as:

    • Right Toe Pain
    • Pain
    • Toe Injuries and Disorder
    • Aching right toes
    • Right toe discomfort
    • Pain in right foot digits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79674: Pain in right toe(s)

    What procedures does Dr. Elgamil perform?

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

    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Removal of Corns or Calluses
    • Corn or Callus Removal
    • Removal of Multiple Corns or Calluses
    • Corns and Calluses
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • 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

    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
    • 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

    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:

    • 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:

    • Routine Nail Trimming
    • Medical Nail Care
    • Podiatric Nail Trimming
    • Foot Nail Clipping
    • Therapeutic Nail Trimming

    CPT Codes:

    • 11719: Trimming of nondystrophic nails, any number

    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:

    • Abscess Drainage
    • Abscess Incision and Drainage
    • Abscess
    • Incision and Drainage (I&D)
    • Boil Lancing
    • Cyst Drainage
    • Skin Abscess Removal
    • I&D of Abscess
    • Lancing an Abscess
    • Draining a Boil

    CPT Codes:

    • 10060: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); simple or single
    • 10061: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); complicated or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Hammertoe Correction Surgery
    • Hammertoe Repair
    • Toe Straightening Surgery
    • Phalangectomy for Hammertoe

    CPT Codes:

    • 28285: Correction, hammertoe (eg, interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy)

    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:

    • Foot Bone Fracture Treatment (No Manipulation)
    • Metatarsal Fracture Care
    • Non-Surgical Foot Fracture Treatment
    • Closed Metatarsal Fracture Reduction

    CPT Codes:

    • 28470: Closed treatment of metatarsal fracture; without manipulation, each

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Bunion Correction with Bone Cut
    • Hallux valgus correction with osteotomy
    • Bunionectomy with metatarsal osteotomy
    • Big toe bunion surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 28296: Correction, hallux valgus with bunionectomy, with sesamoidectomy when performed; with distal metatarsal osteotomy, any method

    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

    Does Dr. Elgamil accept my insurance?

    Dr. Elgamil accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 363-4343 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Elgamil accept in Columbia, MD?

    Dr. Elgamil in Columbia, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Johns Hopkins

    • Maryland Physicians Care

    • Medicare

    • Riverside Health

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Elgamil's office located?

    Dr. Benjamin Elgamil also offers virtual visits

    Dr. Benjamin Elgamil's Primary Practice

    9821 Broken Land Pkwy Ste 103

    Columbia, MD 21046

    (410) 363-4343

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    Dr. Elgamil has appointments available at his Columbia, MD office. Please select a date and time below.

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

    Dr. Elgamil's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831539303.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elgamil?

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

    What is Dr. Benjamin Elgamil's specialty?

    Dr. Elgamil is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Columbia, MD. 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. Elgamil to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Benjamin Elgamil affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Elgamil is affiliated with Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center, Greater Baltimore 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 Elgamil accepting new patients in Columbia, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Elgamil is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Benjamin Elgamil offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Elgamil, or call (410) 363-4343 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Elgamil?

    Yes, Dr. Elgamil offers telehealth appointments. You can use online booking to schedule a telehealth appointment with Dr. Elgamil, or call (410) 363-4343 for more information.

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