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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Averett, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. James Averett is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Las Vegas, NV with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Averett is fluent in English, Samoan, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Averett’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Averett’s office.
What languages does Dr. Averett speak?
Dr. Averett and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Samoan
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Averett treat?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Averett 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. Averett. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetic Vascular Complications
- Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications
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:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Congenital Flatfoot
- Birth Defects
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pes Planus at Birth
- Flat Feet (Congenital)
- Congenital Pes Planus
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q6651: Congenital pes planus, right foot
What procedures does Dr. Averett perform?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Averett 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. Averett. 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
- Therapeutic Nail Debridement
- Thick Nail Treatment
- Fungal Nail Care
CPT Codes:
- 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more
Also known as:
- Removal of Corns or Calluses
- Removal of Multiple Corns or Calluses
- Corn or Callus Removal
- Corns and Calluses
- Corn Excision
- Callus Trimming
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
- Corns and Calluses Treatment
- Corn paring
- Callus debridement
- Hyperkeratotic lesion removal
- 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
- 11057: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); more than 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:
- 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:
- Nail Removal
- Nail Plate Avulsion
- Toenail Removal
- Fingernail Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11730: Avulsion of nail plate, partial or complete, simple; single
Also known as:
- Bunion Correction with Double Bone Cut
- Hammertoe Correction Surgery
- Hallux Valgus Correction
- Bunionectomy with Osteotomy
- Double Osteotomy Bunion Repair
- Hammertoe Repair
- Toe Straightening Surgery
- Phalangectomy for Hammertoe
CPT Codes:
- 28299: Correction, hallux valgus with bunionectomy, with sesamoidectomy when performed; with double osteotomy, any method
- 28285: Correction, hammertoe (eg, interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy)
Also known as:
- Calf Muscle Lengthening Surgery
- Gastrocnemius Release
- Strayer Procedure
- Calf Tightness Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27687: Gastrocnemius recession (eg, Strayer procedure)
Also known as:
- Foot Joint Dislocation Repair
- Talotarsal Joint Dislocation Surgery
- Ankle-Foot Dislocation Repair
- Foot Joint Internal Fixation
CPT Codes:
- 28585: Open treatment of talotarsal joint dislocation, includes internal fixation, when performed
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:
- Big Toe Joint Fusion
- Great Toe Arthrodesis
- MTP Joint Fusion
- Big Toe Fusion Surgery
- Hallux Rigidus Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 28750: Arthrodesis, great toe; metatarsophalangeal joint
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:
- Removal of Small Foot or Toe Soft Tissue Tumor
- Foot Tumor Excision
- Toe Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
- Intramuscular Foot Tumor Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 28045: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of foot or toe, subfascial (eg, intramuscular); less than 1.5 cm
Does Dr. Averett accept my insurance?
Dr. Averett accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Averett accept in Las Vegas, NV?
Dr. Averett in Las Vegas, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Humana
IHC / SelectHealth
Medicare
Scan Health Plan
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Averett's office located?
Dr. James Averett's Practice 2
4580 S Eastern Ave Ste 30
Las Vegas, NV 89119
(435) 313-6535
What is Dr. Averett's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Averett's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598016255.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Averett?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Averett
What is Dr. James Averett's specialty?
Dr. Averett is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Las Vegas, NV. 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. Averett to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Averett affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Averett is affiliated with Henderson Hospital, Southern Hills Hospital & 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 James Averett accepting new patients in Las Vegas, NV?
Yes, Dr. James Averett is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Averett offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Averett's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Averett?
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