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Dr. Dana Berns

Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Foot Surgeon

Tinley Park, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Berns, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Tinley Park, IL?

    Dr. Dana Berns is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Tinley Park, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Berns is fluent in English, Polish, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Berns’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Berns’s office at (708) 599-5000.

    What languages does Dr. Berns speak?

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

    • English
    • Polish
    • Spanish

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

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

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

    • Right Ankle and Foot Pain
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Ankle
    • Sore Right Foot
    • Aching Right Ankle and Foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Left Ankle and Foot
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Left Ankle Ache
    • Left Foot Discomfort
    • Sore Left Ankle and Foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25572: Pain in left ankle and joints of left foot

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

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

    • Shaving Skin Lesion
    • Removal of Corns or Calluses
    • Skin Lesion Shaving (1.1-2.0 cm)
    • Corns and Calluses
    • Skin Growth Shave Excision
    • Dermal Lesion Shaving
    • Epidermal Lesion Removal
    • Corn Excision
    • Callus Trimming
    • Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
    • Corns and Calluses Treatment
    • Epidermal Lesion Shave Excision
    • Dermal Lesion Removal
    • Skin Growth Shaving

    CPT Codes:

    • 11308: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; lesion diameter over 2.0 cm
    • 11056: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); 2 to 4 lesions
    • 11307: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; lesion diameter 1.1 to 2.0 cm

    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:

    • Closed Fibula Fracture Treatment
    • Lateral Malleolus Fracture Treatment
    • Distal Fibula Fracture Care
    • Ankle Bone Fracture Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 27786: Closed treatment of distal fibular fracture (lateral malleolus); without manipulation

    Also known as:

    • Foot Bone Fracture Treatment (No Manipulation)
    • Metatarsal Fracture Care
    • Non-Surgical Foot Fracture Treatment
    • Closed Metatarsal Fracture Reduction

    CPT Codes:

    • 28470: Closed treatment of metatarsal fracture; without manipulation, each

    Also known as:

    • Open Treatment for Ankle Joint Disruption
    • Syndesmosis Repair
    • Distal Tibiofibular Joint Fixation
    • Ankle Ligament Repair Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 27829: Open treatment of distal tibiofibular joint (syndesmosis) disruption, includes internal fixation, when performed

    Does Dr. Berns accept my insurance?

    Dr. Berns accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 599-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Berns accept in Tinley Park, IL?

    Dr. Berns in Tinley Park, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Cook County Health & Hospitals System

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Berns' office located?

    Dr. Dana Berns' Primary Practice

    16255 Harlem Ave

    Tinley Park, IL 60477

    (708) 599-5000

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    Dr. Dana Berns' Practice 2

    6701 W 95th St

    Oak Lawn, IL 60453

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

    Dr. Berns's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174904494.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Berns?

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

    What is Dr. Dana Berns's specialty?

    Dr. Berns is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Tinley Park, IL.

    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. Dana Berns affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Berns is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital, Gibson Area Hospital & Health Services, Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital, Northwestern 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. Dana Berns accepting new patients in Tinley Park, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Dana Berns is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dana Berns offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Berns' office at (708) 599-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Dana Berns?

    Please contact Dr. Berns' office at (708) 599-5000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Berns' office located?

    Dr. Berns' offices are located in Tinley Park, IL and Oak Lawn, IL.