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Dr. Michael Read

Caribou, ME

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Read, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Caribou, ME?

    Dr. Michael Read is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Caribou, ME with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Read is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Read’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Read’s office at (717) 231-8429.

    What languages does Dr. Read speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Read treat?

    As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Read 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. Read. 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 Neuropathy
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Diabetic Nerve Damage
    • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease
    • PAD from Diabetes
    • Circulation Problems from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
    • E1151: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy without gangrene
    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B351: Tinea unguium

    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:

    • Plantar wart
    • Warts
    • Foot wart
    • Verruca plantaris

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B070: Plantar wart

    What procedures does Dr. Read perform?

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

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal
    • Artificial Skin Graft
    • Wound Skin Replacement
    • Bioengineered Skin Application

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area

    Also known as:

    • Routine Nail Trimming
    • Medical Nail Care
    • Podiatric Nail Trimming
    • Foot Nail Clipping
    • Therapeutic Nail Trimming

    CPT Codes:

    • 11719: Trimming of nondystrophic nails, any number

    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:

    • Nail Removal
    • Nail Plate Avulsion
    • Toenail Removal
    • Fingernail Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 11730: Avulsion of nail plate, partial or complete, simple; single

    Also known as:

    • Ingrown Toenail Removal (Wedge Excision)
    • Wedge Resection of Nail Fold
    • Ingrown Toenail Surgery
    • Partial Nail Avulsion

    CPT Codes:

    • 11765: Wedge excision of skin of nail fold (eg, for ingrown toenail)

    Does Dr. Read accept my insurance?

    Dr. Read accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (717) 231-8429 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Read accept in Caribou, ME?

    Dr. Read in Caribou, ME 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • HealthComp

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Read's office located?

    Dr. Michael Read's Primary Practice

    118 Bennett Dr Ste 130

    Caribou, ME 04736

    (717) 231-8429

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    Dr. Michael Read's Practice 2

    140 Academy St

    Presque Isle, ME 04769

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    Dr. Michael Read's Practice 3

    23 North St

    Presque Isle, ME 04769

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

    Dr. Read's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427544535.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Read?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Read's specialty?

    Dr. Read is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Caribou, ME. 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. Read to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Michael Read affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Read is affiliated with Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center, MaineHealth Maine Medical Center Portland 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

    Where can I learn more about Foot & Ankle Surgeon?

    Explore Foot & Ankle Surgeon with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Michael Read accepting new patients in Caribou, ME?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Read is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Read offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Read's office at (717) 231-8429 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Michael Read?

    Please contact Dr. Read's office at (717) 231-8429 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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