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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ghai, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Visalia, CA?
Dr. Ajay Ghai is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Visalia, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ghai is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ghai’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ghai’s office at (559) 738-7500.
What languages does Dr. Ghai speak?
Dr. Ghai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Ghai typically treat?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Ghai 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. Ghai. 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 Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L600: Ingrowing nail
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
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:
- Corns and Calluses
- Hard Skin
- Foot Calluses
- Thick Skin Patches
ICD-10 Codes:
- L84: Corns and callosities
What procedures does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Ghai typically perform?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Ghai 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. Ghai. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Short Leg Cast Application
- Below Knee Cast
- Lower Leg Cast
- Foot and Ankle Cast
CPT Codes:
- 29405: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes);
Does Dr. Ghai accept my insurance?
Dr. Ghai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (559) 738-7500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ghai accept in Visalia, CA?
Dr. Ghai in Visalia, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Accountable Health Care IPA
All Other Third Party
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Monarch HealthCare
Other Health Care Provider
St. Joseph Health System (CA)
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ghai's office located?
What is Dr. Ghai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ghai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346637576.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ghai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ghai
What is Dr. Ajay Ghai's specialty?
Dr. Ghai is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Visalia, CA.
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 this Dr. Ajay Ghai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ghai is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Ajay Ghai accepting new patients in Visalia, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ajay Ghai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ajay Ghai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ghai's office at (559) 738-7500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ajay Ghai?
Please contact Dr. Ghai's office at (559) 738-7500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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