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Dr. Beau Willis

Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Foot Surgeon

Metairie, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Willis, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Metairie, LA?

    Dr. Beau Willis is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Metairie, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Willis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Willis’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Willis’s office at (504) 454-3004.

    What languages does Dr. Willis speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Right Foot Pain
    • Left Foot Pain
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Aching right foot
    • Right foot discomfort
    • Pain in right sole
    • Ache in left foot
    • Left foot discomfort
    • Sore left foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79671: Pain in right foot
    • M79672: Pain in left foot

    Also known as:

    • Ankle and Foot Tendon and Joint Lining Inflammation
    • Joint Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • Ankle Tendinitis
    • Foot Tendinitis
    • Ankle Tenosynovitis
    • Foot Synovitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M65871: Other synovitis and tenosynovitis, right ankle and foot

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer

    Also known as:

    • Tendonitis in the Left Ankle and Foot
    • Joint Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • Tendon inflammation
    • Synovitis
    • Tenosynovitis
    • Inflamed tendon sheath

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M65872: Other synovitis and tenosynovitis, left ankle and 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 Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Willis typically perform?

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

    • Nerve Destruction for Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • Neurolytic nerve block
    • Peripheral nerve ablation
    • Nerve destruction procedure
    • Nerve injection
    • Pain relief injection
    • Steroid injection for nerve pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64640: Destruction by neurolytic agent; other peripheral nerve or branch
    • 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch

    Also known as:

    • Major Arm or Leg Nerve Repair
    • Peripheral Nerve Surgery
    • Nerve Reconstruction Arm/Leg
    • Open Neuroplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 64708: Neuroplasty, major peripheral nerve, arm or leg, open; other than specified

    Also known as:

    • Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
    • Tendon sheath injection
    • Ligament injection
    • Plantar fascia injection
    • Soft tissue injection for pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")

    Also known as:

    • Ankle or Foot Taping
    • Ankle Strapping
    • Foot Strapping
    • Ankle Taping
    • Foot Taping

    CPT Codes:

    • 29540: Strapping; ankle and/or foot

    Also known as:

    • Chemical Cauterization of Granulation Tissue
    • Proud flesh removal
    • Chemical burn for wound overgrowth
    • Granulation tissue treatment
    • Wound cautery

    CPT Codes:

    • 17250: Chemical cauterization of granulation tissue (ie, proud flesh)

    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

    Does Dr. Willis accept my insurance?

    Dr. Willis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 454-3004 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Willis accept in Metairie, LA?

    Dr. Willis in Metairie, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Willis' office located?

    Dr. Beau Willis' Primary Practice

    2520 Harvard Ave Ste 1

    Metairie, LA 70001

    (504) 454-3004

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    Dr. Beau Willis' Practice 2

    71121 Highway 21 Ste A

    Covington, LA 70433

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

    Dr. Willis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396164679.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Willis?

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

    What is Dr. Beau Willis's specialty?

    Dr. Willis is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Metairie, LA.

    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. Beau Willis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Willis is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, North Oaks Medical Center, St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Slidell Memorial Hospital 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. Beau Willis accepting new patients in Metairie, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Beau Willis is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Beau Willis offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Willis' office at (504) 454-3004 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Beau Willis?

    Please contact Dr. Willis' office at (504) 454-3004 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Willis' office located?

    Dr. Willis' offices are located in Metairie, LA and Covington, LA.