Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lagana, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Salinas, CA?
Dr. Vittorio Lagana is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Salinas, CA. Dr. Lagana is fluent in English and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lagana’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lagana’s office at (831) 751-7070.
What languages does Dr. Lagana speak?
Dr. Lagana and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Italian
What conditions does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Lagana typically treat?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Lagana 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. Lagana. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
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
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
What procedures does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Lagana typically perform?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Lagana 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. Lagana. 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 here.
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Foot Bone Reshaping (Metatarsal Osteotomy)
- Metatarsal Osteotomy
- Foot Bone Lengthening
- Foot Bone Shortening
- Foot Bone Angle Correction
CPT Codes:
- 28308: Osteotomy, with or without lengthening, shortening or angular correction, metatarsal; other than first metatarsal, each
Also known as:
- Morton's Neuroma Removal
- Excision of Morton's Neuroma
- Interdigital Neuroma Excision
- Foot Nerve Tumor Removal
CPT Codes:
- 28080: Excision, interdigital (Morton) neuroma, single, each
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:
- Toe Joint Capsule Release
- Toe Capsulotomy
- Metatarsophalangeal Joint Release
- Toe Joint Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 28270: Capsulotomy; metatarsophalangeal joint, with or without tenorrhaphy, each joint (separate procedure)
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;
Does Dr. Lagana accept my insurance?
Dr. Lagana accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 751-7070 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lagana accept in Salinas, CA?
Dr. Lagana in Salinas, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Montage Health
Mutual of Omaha
Santa Cruz County
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lagana's office located?
Dr. Vittorio Lagana's Primary Practice
355 Abbott St Ste 100
Salinas, CA 93901
(831) 751-7070
What is Dr. Lagana's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lagana's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366460453.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lagana?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lagana
What is Dr. Vittorio Lagana's specialty?
Dr. Lagana is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Salinas, CA.
What does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Vittorio Lagana affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lagana is affiliated with Community Hospital Of Monterey Peninsula which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Vittorio Lagana accepting new patients in Salinas, CA?
Yes, Dr. Vittorio Lagana is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vittorio Lagana offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lagana's office at (831) 751-7070 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vittorio Lagana?
Please contact Dr. Lagana's office at (831) 751-7070 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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