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Who is Dr. Hames, Podiatrist in Florence, AL?
Dr. Michael Hames is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in Florence, AL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Hames is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hames’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hames’s office at (256) 760-8485.
What languages does Dr. Hames speak?
Dr. Hames and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Podiatrist like Dr. Hames typically treat?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Hames 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. Hames. 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:
- 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:
- Plantar wart
- Warts
- Foot wart
- Verruca plantaris
ICD-10 Codes:
- B070: Plantar wart
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Bilateral leg claudication
- PAD both legs pain with activity
- Both legs artery pain when walking
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs
Also known as:
- Left Foot Pain
- Right Foot Pain
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Ache in left foot
- Left foot discomfort
- Sore left foot
- Aching right foot
- Right foot discomfort
- Pain in right sole
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79672: Pain in left foot
- M79671: Pain in right foot
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Toe Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03031: Cellulitis of right toe
What procedures does a Podiatrist like Dr. Hames typically perform?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Hames 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. Hames. 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 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 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Hammertoe Correction Surgery
- Hammertoe Repair
- Toe Straightening Surgery
- Phalangectomy for Hammertoe
CPT Codes:
- 28285: Correction, hammertoe (eg, interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy)
Does Dr. Hames accept my insurance?
Dr. Hames accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 760-8485 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hames accept in Florence, AL?
Dr. Hames in Florence, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Hames' office located?
Ratings & Reviews
1.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
70% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
20% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
80% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Michael Hames a Poor overall experience rating of 1 out of 5 stars. Dr. Hames has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Hames, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Hames's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hames's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811058258.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hames?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hames
What is Dr. Michael Hames's specialty?
Dr. Hames is a Podiatrist near Florence, AL.
What does a Podiatrist do?
A podiatrist is a person qualified by a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.) degree, licensed by the state, and practicing within the scope of that license. Podiatrists diagnose and treat foot diseases and deformities. They perform medical, surgical and other operative procedures, prescribe corrective devices and prescribe and administer drugs and physical therapy.
Is this Dr. Michael Hames affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hames is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
When to see a Podiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Michael Hames accepting new patients in Florence, AL?
Yes, Dr. Michael Hames is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Hames offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hames's office at (256) 760-8485 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Hames?
Please contact Dr. Hames's office at (256) 760-8485 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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