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Dr. Michael Kowalski

Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Foot Surgeon

Pompton Lakes, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kowalski, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Pompton Lakes, NJ?

    Dr. Michael Kowalski is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Pompton Lakes, NJ with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kowalski is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kowalski’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kowalski’s office at (973) 839-3200.

    What languages does Dr. Kowalski speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Kowalski typically treat?

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

    • Foot and Ankle Enthesopathy
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Foot Tendon Attachment Disorder
    • Ankle Ligament Inflammation
    • Foot Enthesitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7751: Other enthesopathy of right foot and ankle

    Also known as:

    • Nail Fungus
    • Tinea Infection
    • Onychomycosis
    • Fungal nail infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B351: Tinea unguium

    Also known as:

    • Hammer Toe
    • Toe Injuries and Disorder
    • Claw Toe
    • Mallet Toe
    • Bent Toe

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2041: Other hammer toe(s) (acquired), right foot

    Also known as:

    • Athlete's Foot
    • Tinea Pedis
    • Foot Fungus
    • Dermatophytosis of the Foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B353: Tinea pedis

    What procedures does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Kowalski typically perform?

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

    • Wound Debridement
    • Muscle Debridement
    • Unna Boot Application
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal
    • Muscle Cleaning Procedure
    • Fascia Debridement
    • Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
    • Compression Boot Application
    • Unna Paste Bandage
    • Leg Ulcer Dressing

    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
    • 29580: Strapping; Unna boot

    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:

    • Nail Removal
    • Nail Plate Avulsion
    • Toenail Removal
    • Fingernail Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11730: Avulsion of nail plate, partial or complete, simple; single

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Precancerous Skin Spots
    • Skin Conditions
    • Destruction of Actinic Keratoses
    • Precancerous Lesion Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 17004: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses), 15 or more lesions

    Also known as:

    • Abscess Incision and Drainage
    • Abscess
    • I&D of Abscess
    • Lancing an Abscess
    • Draining a Boil
    • Cyst Drainage

    CPT Codes:

    • 10061: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); complicated or multiple

    Does Dr. Kowalski accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kowalski accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (973) 839-3200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kowalski accept in Pompton Lakes, NJ?

    Dr. Kowalski in Pompton Lakes, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Carepoint Health

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kowalski's office located?

    Dr. Michael Kowalski's Primary Practice

    191 Hamburg Tpke Ste 2A

    Pompton Lakes, NJ 07442

    (973) 839-3200

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    Dr. Michael Kowalski's Practice 2

    720 Rt

    Bridgewater, NJ 08807

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

    Dr. Kowalski's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255460309.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kowalski?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Kowalski's specialty?

    Dr. Kowalski is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Pompton Lakes, NJ.

    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 Dr. Michael Kowalski affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kowalski is affiliated with Atlantic Health Chilton Medical Center, Cooperman Barnabas 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 Dr. Michael Kowalski accepting new patients in Pompton Lakes, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Kowalski is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Kowalski offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kowalski's office at (973) 839-3200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Kowalski?

    Please contact Dr. Kowalski's office at (973) 839-3200 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kowalski's office located?

    Dr. Kowalski's offices are located in Pompton Lakes, NJ and Bridgewater, NJ.