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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Baloga, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Plains, PA?
Dr. Michael Baloga is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Plains, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Baloga is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Baloga’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Baloga’s office at (570) 654-4371.
What languages does Dr. Baloga speak?
Dr. Baloga and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Baloga treat?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Baloga 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. Baloga. 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:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic nerve damage
- Diabetes-related nerve pain
- Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Nail Dystrophy
- Nail Disease
- Deformed nails
- Abnormal nail growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- L603: Nail dystrophy
Also known as:
- Thick Skin on Hands and Feet
- Sun Exposure
- Palmoplantar keratoderma
- Keratoderma
- Thickened skin palms soles
ICD-10 Codes:
- L851: Acquired keratosis [keratoderma] palmaris et plantaris
What procedures does Dr. Baloga perform?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Baloga 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. Baloga. 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
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- 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
- 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:
- Nail Removal
- Nail Plate Avulsion
- Toenail Removal
- Fingernail Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11730: Avulsion of nail plate, partial or complete, simple; single
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:
- 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:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
Also known as:
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Does Dr. Baloga accept my insurance?
Dr. Baloga accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 654-4371 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Baloga accept in Plains, PA?
Dr. Baloga in Plains, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Baloga's office located?
What is Dr. Baloga's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Baloga's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447632294.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Baloga?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Baloga
What is Dr. Michael Baloga's specialty?
Dr. Baloga is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Plains, PA. 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. Baloga to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Michael Baloga affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Baloga is affiliated with Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, Geisinger Wyoming Valley 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
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Is Michael Baloga accepting new patients in Plains, PA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Baloga is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Baloga offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Baloga's office at (570) 654-4371 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Baloga?
Please contact Dr. Baloga's office at (570) 654-4371 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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