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Dr. Joseph Yacoub

Long Beach, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Yacoub, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Long Beach, CA?

    Dr. Joseph Yacoub is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Long Beach, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Yacoub is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yacoub’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yacoub’s office at (562) 491-0505.

    What languages does Dr. Yacoub speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Yacoub treat?

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

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Other Skin Problems
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer
    • Diabetic nerve damage
    • Diabetes-related nerve pain
    • Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
    • Diabetic Skin Conditions
    • Skin Issues from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Skin Complications
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
    • E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
    • E11628: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin complications
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    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:

    • Ram's Horn Nails
    • Nail Disease
    • Onychogryphosis
    • Thickened nails
    • Curved nails

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L602: Onychogryphosis

    What procedures does Dr. Yacoub perform?

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

    • Wound Debridement
    • Muscle Debridement
    • Skin and Tissue Debridement
    • Unna Boot Application
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal
    • Muscle Cleaning Procedure
    • Fascia Debridement
    • Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
    • Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Debridement
    • Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
    • 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
    • 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 29580: Strapping; Unna boot

    Also known as:

    • Toe Amputation
    • Partial Foot Amputation
    • Toe and Foot Bone Amputation
    • Metatarsophalangeal joint amputation
    • Toe removal surgery
    • Foot digit amputation
    • MTP joint amputation
    • Transmetatarsal amputation
    • Foot removal surgery
    • Forefoot amputation
    • Metatarsal Amputation
    • Toe Removal with Metatarsal

    CPT Codes:

    • 28820: Amputation, toe; metatarsophalangeal joint
    • 28805: Amputation, foot; transmetatarsal
    • 28810: Amputation, metatarsal, with toe, single

    Also known as:

    • Foot Abscess or Bursa Drainage
    • Foot Infection Drainage
    • Bursal Space Drainage Foot
    • Deep Foot Abscess Incision

    CPT Codes:

    • 28002: Incision and drainage below fascia, with or without tendon sheath involvement, foot; single bursal space

    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:

    • Toe Tendon Release
    • Hammertoe Correction Surgery
    • Percutaneous Toe Tenotomy
    • Toe Tendon Cutting
    • Hammer Toe Release
    • Hammertoe Repair
    • Toe Straightening Surgery
    • Phalangectomy for Hammertoe

    CPT Codes:

    • 28010: Tenotomy, percutaneous, toe; single tendon
    • 28285: Correction, hammertoe (eg, interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy)

    Also known as:

    • Foot Bone Infection Removal
    • Tarsal Bone Excision
    • Metatarsal Bone Infection Treatment
    • Partial Foot Bone Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 28122: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, sequestrectomy, or diaphysectomy) bone (eg, osteomyelitis or bossing); tarsal or metatarsal bone, except talus or calcaneus

    Also known as:

    • Application of Short Leg Splint
    • Calf to Foot Splint
    • Lower Leg Splinting
    • Short Leg Immobilization

    CPT Codes:

    • 29515: Application of short leg splint (calf to foot)

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • Buried Implant Extraction
    • Orthopedic Implant Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)

    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:

    • Removal of Corns or Calluses
    • Corn or Callus Removal
    • Corns and Calluses
    • Corn Excision
    • Callus Trimming
    • Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
    • Corns and Calluses Treatment
    • Paring of Corn
    • Cutting of Callus
    • Hyperkeratotic Lesion Removal

    CPT Codes:

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

    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:

    • Re-closure of Surgical Wound
    • Secondary Wound Closure
    • Repair of Wound Dehiscence
    • Complicated Surgical Wound Repair
    • Extensive Wound Re-stitching

    CPT Codes:

    • 13160: Secondary closure of surgical wound or dehiscence, extensive or complicated

    Also known as:

    • Surgical Preparation for Skin Graft (Infants/Children)
    • Surgery
    • Wound Debridement for Graft
    • Burn Scar Release Surgery
    • Recipient Site Preparation for Skin Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 15004: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet and/or multiple digits; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children

    Also known as:

    • Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
    • Bone Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Bone Debridement
    • Dead Bone Removal
    • Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement

    CPT Codes:

    • 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less

    Does Dr. Yacoub accept my insurance?

    Dr. Yacoub accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 491-0505 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Yacoub accept in Long Beach, CA?

    Dr. Yacoub in Long Beach, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Mohawk Industries

    • OptumRx

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Yacoub's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Yacoub's Primary Practice

    1043 Elm Ave Ste 407

    Long Beach, CA 90813

    (562) 491-0505

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    Dr. Joseph Yacoub's Practice 2

    3300 E South St Ste 306

    Lakewood, CA 90805

    (562) 633-5881

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    Dr. Joseph Yacoub's Practice 3

    9405 Fairway View Pl

    Rch Cucamonga, CA 91730

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

    Dr. Yacoub's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912498940.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yacoub?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Yacoub's specialty?

    Dr. Yacoub is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Long Beach, 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. Yacoub to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Joseph Yacoub affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Yacoub is affiliated with Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center, UCI Medical Center, PIH Health Whittier Hospital, Community Hospital of Huntington Park 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 Joseph Yacoub accepting new patients in Long Beach, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Yacoub is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Yacoub offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Yacoub's office at (562) 491-0505 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Yacoub?

    Please contact Dr. Yacoub's office at (562) 491-0505 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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