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Dr. Kenneth Unger, MD

Birmingham, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Unger, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Kenneth Unger, MD is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Unger is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Unger’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Unger’s office at (205) 930-3200.

    What languages does Dr. Unger speak?

    Dr. Unger and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Unger treat?

    As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Unger 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. Unger. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Ulcer of the Foot
    • Skin Condition
    • Skin Ulcer
    • Open Sore
    • Venous Ulcer
    • Non-healing Wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L97509: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of unspecified foot with unspecified severity

    Also known as:

    • Amputation Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Limb Loss
    • Post-amputation care
    • Limb loss recovery
    • Amputee rehabilitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4781: Encounter for orthopedic aftercare following surgical amputation

    Also known as:

    • Gangrene
    • Tissue Death
    • Necrosis
    • Dead Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I96: Gangrene, not elsewhere classified

    What procedures does Dr. Unger perform?

    As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Unger 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. Unger. 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:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Muscle Debridement
    • Deep Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal
    • Muscle Cleaning Procedure
    • Fascia Debridement
    • Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
    • Surgical Wound Debridement
    • Tissue Removal for Wound Healing

    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
    • 11046: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, 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:

    • Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
    • Bone Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Bone Debridement
    • Dead Bone Removal
    • Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement

    CPT Codes:

    • 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less

    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

    Also known as:

    • Foot or Ankle Tendon Transfer Surgery
    • Deep tendon rerouting
    • Tendon transplant surgery
    • Muscle redirection surgery
    • Tibial tendon transfer

    CPT Codes:

    • 27691: Transfer or transplant of single tendon (with muscle redirection or rerouting); deep (eg, anterior tibial or posterior tibial through interosseous space, flexor digitorum longus, flexor hallucis longus, or peroneal tendon to midfoot or hindfoot)

    Does Dr. Unger accept my insurance?

    Dr. Unger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 930-3200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Unger accept in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Unger in Birmingham, AL 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 Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Lowes

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Unger's office located?

    Dr. Kenneth Unger's Primary Practice

    1808 7th Ave S # 661

    Birmingham, AL 35233

    (205) 930-3200

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    Dr. Kenneth Unger's Practice 2

    619 19th St S

    Birmingham, AL 35249

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    What is Dr. Unger's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Unger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558918748.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Unger?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Unger

    What is Dr. Kenneth Unger's specialty?

    Dr. Unger is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Birmingham, AL. 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. Unger to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kenneth Unger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Unger is affiliated with UAB Hospital, Baptist Hospital - Pensacola 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

    Where can I learn more about Foot & Ankle Surgeon?

    Explore Foot & Ankle Surgeon with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Kenneth Unger accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Kenneth Unger is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kenneth Unger offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Unger's office at (205) 930-3200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kenneth Unger?

    Please contact Dr. Unger's office at (205) 930-3200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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