Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shao, Podiatrist in Buffalo, NY?
What languages does Dr. Shao speak?
Dr. Shao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Podiatrist like Dr. Shao typically treat?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Shao 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. Shao. 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 Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with Other Circulation Problems
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Vascular Complications
- Diabetes Heart and Blood Vessel Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Circulatory Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
- E1159: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other circulatory complications
Also known as:
- Corns and Calluses
- Hard Skin
- Foot Calluses
- Thick Skin Patches
ICD-10 Codes:
- L84: Corns and callosities
Also known as:
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L600: Ingrowing nail
Also known as:
- Right Foot Pain
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Aching right foot
- Right foot discomfort
- Pain in right sole
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79671: Pain in right foot
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
What procedures does a Podiatrist like Dr. Shao typically perform?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Shao 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. Shao. 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
- 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:
- Hammertoe Correction Surgery
- Hammertoe Repair
- Toe Straightening Surgery
- Phalangectomy for Hammertoe
CPT Codes:
- 28285: Correction, hammertoe (eg, interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy)
Does Dr. Shao accept my insurance?
Dr. Shao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (607) 798-5280 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shao accept in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Shao in Buffalo, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareCentrix
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
Highmark Health
Independent Health Association
Lifetime Healthcare
Martin's Point Health Care
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Shao's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Shao affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Shao has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Shao's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235699372.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shao