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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ahmed, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Riverside, CA?
Dr. Syed Nawas Ahmed is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Riverside, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ahmed is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahmed’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahmed’s office at (760) 241-8000.
What languages does Dr. Ahmed speak?
Dr. Ahmed and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Ahmed typically treat?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Ahmed 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. Ahmed. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
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:
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L600: Ingrowing nail
What procedures does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Ahmed typically perform?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Ahmed 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. Ahmed. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Muscle Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
- Bone Debridement
- Bone Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Bone Debridement
- Dead Bone Removal
- Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement
- Bone Cleaning Surgery
- Surgical Debridement of Bone
CPT Codes:
- 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11047: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Removal of Corns or Calluses
- Corns and Calluses
- Corn Excision
- Callus Trimming
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
- Corns and Calluses Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 11056: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); 2 to 4 lesions
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:
- Abscess Drainage
- Abscess
- Incision and Drainage (I&D)
- Boil Lancing
- Cyst Drainage
- Skin Abscess Removal
CPT Codes:
- 10060: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); simple or single
Also known as:
- Toe Amputation
- Metatarsophalangeal joint amputation
- Toe removal surgery
- Foot digit amputation
- MTP joint amputation
CPT Codes:
- 28820: Amputation, toe; metatarsophalangeal joint
Does Dr. Ahmed accept my insurance?
Dr. Ahmed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 241-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahmed accept in Riverside, CA?
Dr. Ahmed in Riverside, 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
HealthRight Group
Inland Empire Health Plan
Inland Faculty Medical Group, Inc
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ahmed's office located?
Dr. Syed Nawas Ahmed's Primary Practice
3838 Sherman Dr Ste 9
Riverside, CA 92503
(760) 241-8000
What is Dr. Ahmed's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ahmed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619474558.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahmed?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ahmed
What is Dr. Syed Nawas Ahmed's specialty?
Dr. Ahmed is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Riverside, 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. Syed Nawas Ahmed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ahmed is affiliated with Temecula Valley Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Fontana 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 Syed Nawas Ahmed accepting new patients in Riverside, CA?
Yes, Dr. Syed Nawas Ahmed is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Syed Nawas Ahmed offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (760) 241-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Syed Nawas Ahmed?
Please contact Dr. Ahmed's office at (760) 241-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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