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Dr. Tho Nguyen

Murrieta, CA

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    Who is Dr. Nguyen, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Murrieta, CA?

    Dr. Tho Nguyen is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Murrieta, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Nguyen is fluent in English and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nguyen’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nguyen’s office at (951) 677-1323.

    What languages does Dr. Nguyen speak?

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

    • English

    • Vietnamese

    What conditions does Dr. Nguyen treat?

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

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetic nerve damage
    • Diabetes-related nerve pain
    • Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B351: Tinea unguium

    Also known as:

    • Corns and Calluses
    • Hard Skin
    • Foot Calluses
    • Thick Skin Patches

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L84: Corns and callosities

    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:

    • Flat Feet at Birth
    • Birth Defects
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Congenital Pes Planus
    • Flexible Flatfoot
    • Fallen Arches in Baby

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q6650: Congenital pes planus, unspecified foot

    What procedures does Dr. Nguyen perform?

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

    • Removal of Corns or Calluses
    • Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
    • Corn or Callus Removal
    • Removal of Multiple Corns or Calluses
    • Corns and Calluses
    • Corn Excision
    • Callus Trimming
    • Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
    • Corns and Calluses Treatment
    • Benign Skin Growth Destruction
    • Skin Lesion Excision
    • Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
    • Paring of Corn
    • Cutting of Callus
    • Hyperkeratotic Lesion Removal
    • Corn paring
    • Callus debridement
    • Hyperkeratotic lesion removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11056: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); 2 to 4 lesions
    • 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
    • 11055: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); single lesion
    • 11057: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); more than 4 lesions

    Also known as:

    • Ingrown Toenail Removal
    • Nail Matrix Excision
    • Permanent Nail Removal
    • Deformed Nail Surgery
    • Toenail Avulsion

    CPT Codes:

    • 11750: Excision of nail and nail matrix, partial or complete (eg, ingrown or deformed nail), for permanent removal;

    Also known as:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Tendon or Ligament Pain Injection
    • Tendon Injection
    • Ligament Injection
    • Soft Tissue Injection
    • Pain Relief Injection (Tendon/Ligament)

    CPT Codes:

    • 20551: Injection(s); single tendon origin/insertion

    Also known as:

    • Small Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
    • Joint Tap
    • Bursa Fluid Removal
    • Small Joint Injection
    • Arthrocentesis

    CPT Codes:

    • 20600: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Foot Bone Incision for Infection
    • Foot Osteomyelitis Incision
    • Bone Abscess Drainage Foot
    • Foot Bone Cortex Incision

    CPT Codes:

    • 28005: Incision, bone cortex (eg, osteomyelitis or bone abscess), foot

    Also known as:

    • Open Toe Tendon Release
    • Flexor Tenotomy Toe
    • Toe Tendon Lengthening
    • Hammer Toe Surgery
    • Toe Tendon Cut

    CPT Codes:

    • 28232: Tenotomy, open, tendon flexor; toe, single tendon (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Joint Fluid Removal
    • Bursa Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Also known as:

    • Toe Amputation
    • Metatarsophalangeal joint amputation
    • Toe removal surgery
    • Foot digit amputation
    • MTP joint amputation

    CPT Codes:

    • 28820: Amputation, toe; metatarsophalangeal joint

    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)

    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:

    • Foot Abscess Drainage (Multiple Areas)
    • Deep Foot Infection Drainage
    • Foot Tendon Sheath Incision
    • Multiple Foot Abscess Treatment
    • Foot Fascia Drainage

    CPT Codes:

    • 28003: Incision and drainage below fascia, with or without tendon sheath involvement, foot; multiple areas

    Also known as:

    • Foot Nerve Injection for Pain (Morton's Neuroma)
    • Morton's Neuroma Injection
    • Plantar Digital Nerve Block
    • Foot Nerve Steroid Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64455: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; plantar common digital nerve(s) (eg, Morton's neuroma)

    Does Dr. Nguyen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nguyen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (951) 677-1323 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nguyen accept in Murrieta, CA?

    Dr. Nguyen in Murrieta, 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

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Inland Empire

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Scan Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Nguyen's office located?

    Dr. Tho Nguyen's Primary Practice

    24640 Jefferson Ave Ste 109

    Murrieta, CA 92562

    (951) 677-1323

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    Dr. Tho Nguyen's Practice 2

    3998 Vista Way Ste G

    Oceanside, CA 92056

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

    Dr. Nguyen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659714533.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nguyen?

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

    What is Dr. Tho Nguyen's specialty?

    Dr. Nguyen is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Murrieta, 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. Nguyen to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Tho Nguyen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Nguyen is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Loma Linda University Medical Center - Murrieta. 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 Tho Nguyen accepting new patients in Murrieta, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Tho Nguyen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tho Nguyen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nguyen's office at (951) 677-1323 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Tho Nguyen?

    Please contact Dr. Nguyen's office at (951) 677-1323 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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