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Dr. William Probasco, MD

Fairfield, CT

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Probasco, Foot and Ankle Surgeon in Fairfield, CT?

    Dr. William Probasco, MD is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fairfield, CT with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Probasco is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Probasco’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Probasco’s office at (410) 659-2800.

    What languages does Dr. Probasco speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Probasco typically treat?

    As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Probasco 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. Probasco. 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:

    • Sprained Right Ankle
    • Sprained Left Ankle
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Twisted Right Ankle
    • Right Ankle Ligament Injury
    • Right Ankle Strain
    • Twisted Left Ankle
    • Left Ankle Ligament Injury
    • Left Ankle Strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S93491A: Sprain of other ligament of right ankle, initial encounter
    • S93492A: Sprain of other ligament of left ankle, initial encounter

    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:

    • Unstable Right Ankle Joint
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Loose Right Ankle
    • Right Ankle Joint Instability
    • Wobbly Right Ankle

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25371: Other instability, right ankle

    Also known as:

    • Achilles Tendinitis
    • Tendinitis
    • Achilles Tendonitis
    • Achilles Tendinopathy
    • Heel Cord Tendinitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7662: Achilles tendinitis, left leg

    Also known as:

    • Broken Ankle Bone
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Ankle fracture
    • Fractured ankle
    • Malleolus fracture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S8261XA: Displaced fracture of lateral malleolus of right fibula, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis of the right ankle and foot
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M19071: Primary osteoarthritis, right ankle and foot

    What procedures does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Probasco typically perform?

    As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Probasco 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. Probasco. 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:

    • Ankle Joint Cleaning (Arthroscopy)
    • Endoscopy
    • Ankle debridement
    • Ankle scope surgery
    • Arthroscopic ankle cleanup
    • Tibiotalar joint debridement

    CPT Codes:

    • 29898: Arthroscopy, ankle (tibiotalar and fibulotalar joints), surgical; debridement, extensive

    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

    Also known as:

    • Ankle Ligament Repair
    • Collateral Ankle Ligament Surgery
    • Ankle Sprain Repair
    • Watson-Jones Procedure

    CPT Codes:

    • 27698: Repair, secondary, disrupted ligament, ankle, collateral (eg, Watson-Jones procedure)

    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:

    • Open Metatarsal Fracture Repair
    • Foot Bone Fracture Surgery
    • Metatarsal Fixation
    • Broken Foot Bone Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 28485: Open treatment of metatarsal fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed, each

    Also known as:

    • Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
    • Sciatic Nerve Block
    • Sciatica Injection
    • Steroid Injection for Sciatica
    • Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve

    CPT Codes:

    • 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • Nerve injection
    • Pain relief injection
    • Steroid injection for nerve pain

    CPT Codes:

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

    Does Dr. Probasco accept my insurance?

    Dr. Probasco accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 659-2800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Probasco accept in Fairfield, CT?

    Dr. Probasco in Fairfield, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • State of Connecticut

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Probasco's office located?

    Dr. William Probasco's Primary Practice

    305 Black Rock Tpke

    Fairfield, CT 06825

    (410) 659-2800

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    Dr. William Probasco's Practice 2

    728 Post Rd E

    Westport, CT 06880

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    Dr. William Probasco's Practice 3

    760 River Rd

    Shelton, CT 06484

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

    Dr. Probasco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336503382.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Probasco?

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

    What is Dr. William Probasco's specialty?

    Dr. Probasco is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon near Fairfield, CT.

    What does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon do?

    Foot and ankle surgeons, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, specialize in adult reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, management of adult foot and ankle trauma, sports medicine related to the foot and ankle, and reconstructive surgery for children’s foot and ankle conditions.

    Is Dr. William Probasco affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Probasco is affiliated with St. Vincent's Medical Center - Bridgeport, Griffin Hospital, Bridgeport Hospital, Charlotte Hungerford Hospital, William W. Backus 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. William Probasco accepting new patients in Fairfield, CT?

    Yes, Dr. William Probasco is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. William Probasco offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Probasco's office at (410) 659-2800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. William Probasco?

    Please contact Dr. Probasco's office at (410) 659-2800 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Probasco's office located?

    Dr. Probasco's offices are located in Fairfield, CT, Westport, CT, and Shelton, CT.