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Who is Dr. Wong, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Carson, CA?
Dr. Buu Wong is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Carson, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Wong is fluent in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wong’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wong’s office at (310) 518-3972.
What languages does Dr. Wong speak?
Dr. Wong and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Vietnamese
What conditions does Dr. Wong treat?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Wong 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. Wong. 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 Dystrophy
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Deformed nails
- Abnormal nail growth
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L603: Nail dystrophy
- L600: Ingrowing nail
Also known as:
- Corns and Calluses
- Hard Skin
- Foot Calluses
- Thick Skin Patches
ICD-10 Codes:
- L84: Corns and callosities
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Cellulitis of a Limb
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Toe Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
- Limb Skin Infection
- Bacterial Limb Infection
- Spreading Limb Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03039: Cellulitis of unspecified toe
- L03119: Cellulitis of unspecified part of limb
Also known as:
- Enthesopathy
- Fibroblastic Disorder
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Joint Disorder
- Tendon Attachment Disorder
- Ligament Inflammation
- Enthesitis
- Fibrous Tissue Disorder
- Fibroplasia Disorder
- Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M779: Enthesopathy, unspecified
- M729: Fibroblastic disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pain in Ankle and Foot
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Ankle Ache
- Foot Discomfort
- Sore Ankle and Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25579: Pain in unspecified ankle and joints of unspecified foot
Also known as:
- Skin and Nail Yeast Infection
- Nail Disease
- Skin Infection
- Yeast Infection
- Cutaneous candidiasis
- Onychomycosis (Candida)
- Candida skin infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B372: Candidiasis of skin and nail
Also known as:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- Heel Spur
- Bone Disease
- Heel Injuries and Disorder
- Calcaneal Spur
- Bone Spur in Heel
- Plantar Fasciitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7730: Calcaneal spur, unspecified foot
Also known as:
- Hammer Toe
- Toe Injuries and Disorder
- Claw Toe
- Mallet Toe
- Bent Toe
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2040: Other hammer toe(s) (acquired), unspecified foot
Also known as:
- Hereditary Nerve Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Genetic Neuropathy
- Idiopathic Neuropathy
- Inherited Nerve Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- G609: Hereditary and idiopathic neuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ram's Horn Nails
- Nail Disease
- Onychogryphosis
- Thickened nails
- Curved nails
ICD-10 Codes:
- L602: Onychogryphosis
Also known as:
- Bruise
- Bruises
- Contusion
- Ecchymosis
- Black and blue mark
ICD-10 Codes:
- S9030XA: Contusion of unspecified foot, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Broken metatarsal bone in foot
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Fractures
- Metatarsal fracture
- Forefoot bone break
- Broken foot bone
ICD-10 Codes:
- S92309A: Fracture of unspecified metatarsal bone(s), unspecified foot, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Vascular Complications
- Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications
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:
- Infected Eczema
- Eczema
- Infected skin inflammation
- Bacterial dermatitis
- Microbial eczema
ICD-10 Codes:
- L303: Infective dermatitis
Which procedures does Dr. Wong perform as a Foot & Ankle Surgeon?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Buu Wong may include:
- Ankle Surgery
- Foot and Ankle Second Opinion
- Foot and Ankle Specialist Consultation
- Foot and Ankle Specialist Follow Up
- Foot Consultation
- Foot Follow Up
- Foot Surgery
- Laser Toenail Treatment
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Wong's office.
Does Dr. Wong accept my insurance?
Dr. Wong accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 518-3972 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wong accept in Carson, CA?
Dr. Wong in Carson, 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
Centene
Directors Guild of America Employees
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Wong's office located?
What is Dr. Wong's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306980107.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wong?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wong
What is Dr. Buu Wong's specialty?
Dr. Wong is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Carson, CA. 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. Wong to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Buu Wong affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Wong is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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?
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Is Buu Wong accepting new patients in Carson, CA?
Yes, Dr. Buu Wong is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Buu Wong offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wong's office at (310) 518-3972 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Buu Wong?
Please contact Dr. Wong's office at (310) 518-3972 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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