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Who is Dr. Chawla, Foot and Ankle Surgeon in Erie, PA?
Dr. Sagar Chawla, MD is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Erie, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Chawla is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chawla’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chawla’s office at (216) 444-2273.
What languages does Dr. Chawla speak?
Dr. Chawla and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Chawla typically treat?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Chawla 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. Chawla. 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:
- Osteoarthritis of the right ankle and foot
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Ankle Arthritis
- Foot Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M19071: Primary osteoarthritis, right ankle and foot
- M19072: Primary osteoarthritis, left ankle and 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
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Right Foot Pain
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Aching right foot
- Right foot discomfort
- Pain in right sole
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79671: Pain in right foot
What procedures does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Chawla typically perform?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Chawla 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. Chawla. 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:
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
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:
- 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);
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:
- 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:
- 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. Chawla accept my insurance?
Dr. Chawla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 444-2273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chawla accept in Erie, PA?
Dr. Chawla in Erie, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medical Mutual of Ohio
Medicare
State of Ohio
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chawla's office located?
What is Dr. Chawla's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chawla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144754169.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chawla?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chawla
What is Dr. Sagar Chawla's specialty?
Dr. Chawla is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon near Erie, PA.
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 childrens foot and ankle conditions.
Is this Dr. Sagar Chawla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chawla is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Cleveland Clinic - Lutheran Hospital, Fairview Hospital, Marymount Hospital, Medina Hospital, Hillcrest 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 Sagar Chawla accepting new patients in Erie, PA?
Yes, Dr. Sagar Chawla is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sagar Chawla offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chawla's office at (216) 444-2273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sagar Chawla?
Please contact Dr. Chawla's office at (216) 444-2273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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