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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Berger, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Colby Berger is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Berger is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Berger’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Berger’s office at (858) 450-9218.
What languages does Dr. Berger speak?
Dr. Berger and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Berger typically treat?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Berger 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. Berger. 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.
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Pain at Rest
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- PAD pain at rest
- Critical limb ischemia
- Severe artery blockage pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70229: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with rest pain, unspecified extremity
Also known as:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- Dry Skin
- Skin Condition
- Xerosis
- Dry skin condition
- Asteatotic eczema
ICD-10 Codes:
- L853: Xerosis cutis
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:
- Corns and Calluses
- Hard Skin
- Foot Calluses
- Thick Skin Patches
ICD-10 Codes:
- L84: Corns and callosities
What procedures does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Berger typically perform?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Berger 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. Berger. 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.
Also known as:
- Nail Trimming and Cleaning
- Nail Debridement (1-5 Nails)
- Therapeutic Nail Debridement
- Thick Nail Treatment
- Fungal Nail Care
- Thick Nail Trimming
- Fungal Nail Treatment
- Nail Cleaning Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more
- 11720: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 1 to 5
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:
- Corn or Callus Removal
- Corns and Calluses
- Paring of Corn
- Cutting of Callus
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11055: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); single lesion
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:
- Toe Amputation
- Metatarsophalangeal joint amputation
- Toe removal surgery
- Foot digit amputation
- MTP joint amputation
CPT Codes:
- 28820: Amputation, toe; metatarsophalangeal joint
Does Dr. Berger accept my insurance?
Dr. Berger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 450-9218 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Berger accept in La Jolla, CA?
Dr. Berger in La Jolla, 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 Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Berger's office located?
Dr. Colby Berger's Primary Practice
9850 Genesee Ave Ste 510
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 450-9218
What is Dr. Berger's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Berger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831756105.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Berger?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Berger
What is Dr. Colby Berger's specialty?
Dr. Berger is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near La Jolla, 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. Colby Berger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Berger is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Tri-City Medical Center, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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 Colby Berger accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?
Yes, Dr. Colby Berger is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Colby Berger offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Berger's office at (858) 450-9218 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Colby Berger?
Please contact Dr. Berger's office at (858) 450-9218 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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