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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Purtuc, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Jupiter, FL?
Dr. Radu Purtuc is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Jupiter, FL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Purtuc is fluent in English and Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Purtuc’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Purtuc’s office at (772) 288-3338.
What languages does Dr. Purtuc speak?
Dr. Purtuc and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan
What conditions does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Purtuc typically treat?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Purtuc 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. Purtuc. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
Also known as:
- Bone, Soft Tissue, or Skin Growth of Unknown Type
- Bone Disease
- Skin Condition
- Bone tumor of unknown nature
- Skin lesion of unknown type
- Soft tissue mass of unknown behavior
ICD-10 Codes:
- D492: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of bone, soft tissue, and skin
Also known as:
- Heel Spur
- Bone Disease
- Heel Injuries and Disorder
- Calcaneal Bone Spur
- Heel Bone Spur
- Plantar Spur
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7732: Calcaneal spur, left foot
- M7731: Calcaneal spur, right foot
Also known as:
- Benign Skin Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous skin growths
- Skin lesions
- Benign skin masses
ICD-10 Codes:
- D239: Other benign neoplasm of skin, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Bilateral leg claudication
- PAD both legs pain with activity
- Both legs artery pain when walking
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs
Also known as:
- Ankle Contracture
- Ankle Injuries and Disorder
- Joint Disorder
- Stiff Ankle
- Frozen Ankle
- Limited Ankle Movement
ICD-10 Codes:
- M24571: Contracture, right ankle
What procedures does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Purtuc typically perform?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Purtuc 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. Purtuc. 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:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Removal of Corns or Calluses
- Corns and Calluses
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Corn Excision
- Callus Trimming
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
- Corns and Calluses Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
- 11056: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); 2 to 4 lesions
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:
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Area)
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Covering Application
- Skin Replacement Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 15275: Application of skin substitute graft to face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet, and/or multiple digits, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
Also known as:
- Bunion Correction with Big Toe Joint Fusion
- Hallux Valgus Repair
- Bunionectomy with Arthrodesis
- Big Toe Fusion Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 28297: Correction, hallux valgus with bunionectomy, with sesamoidectomy when performed; with first metatarsal and medial cuneiform joint arthrodesis, any method
Also known as:
- Toe Joint Capsule Release
- Toe Capsulotomy
- Metatarsophalangeal Joint Release
- Toe Joint Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 28270: Capsulotomy; metatarsophalangeal joint, with or without tenorrhaphy, each joint (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Minor Bone Graft
- Bone Grafts
- Small Bone Graft
- Dowel Bone Graft
- Button Bone Graft
- Autograft (Small)
CPT Codes:
- 20900: Bone graft, any donor area; minor or small (eg, dowel or button)
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
Does Dr. Purtuc accept my insurance?
Dr. Purtuc accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (772) 288-3338 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Purtuc accept in Jupiter, FL?
Dr. Purtuc in Jupiter, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alivi Health
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Ultimate Healthcare Holdings
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Purtuc's office located?
Dr. Radu Purtuc's Primary Practice
140 Jupiter Lakes Blvd Ste A
Jupiter, FL 33458
(772) 288-3338
What is Dr. Purtuc's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Purtuc's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154663235.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Purtuc?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Purtuc
What is Dr. Radu Purtuc's specialty?
Dr. Purtuc is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Jupiter, FL.
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. Radu Purtuc affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Purtuc is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Radu Purtuc accepting new patients in Jupiter, FL?
Yes, Dr. Radu Purtuc is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Radu Purtuc offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Purtuc's office at (772) 288-3338 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Radu Purtuc?
Please contact Dr. Purtuc's office at (772) 288-3338 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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