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Who is Dr. Szpara, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in East Lyme, CT?
Dr. Michal Szpara is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in East Lyme, CT with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Szpara is fluent in English and Polish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Szpara’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Szpara’s office at (860) 739-1944.
What languages does Dr. Szpara speak?
Dr. Szpara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Polish
What conditions does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Szpara typically treat?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Szpara 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. Szpara. 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 here.
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:
- Chronic Skin Ulcer on Foot
- Skin Condition
- Foot Ulcer
- Open Sore on Foot
- Venous Ulcer
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97522: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left foot with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
Also known as:
- Peripheral Arterial Disease in Both Legs
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- PAD in Both Legs
- Poor Circulation in Both Legs
- Hardening of Arteries in Both Legs
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70293: Other atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities, bilateral legs
What procedures does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Szpara typically perform?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Szpara 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. Szpara. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Removal of Corns or Calluses
- Removal of Multiple Corns or Calluses
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Corns and Calluses
- Corn Excision
- Callus Trimming
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
- Corns and Calluses Treatment
- Corn paring
- Callus debridement
- Hyperkeratotic lesion removal
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 11056: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); 2 to 4 lesions
- 11057: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); more than 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
Also known as:
- Nail Debridement (1-5 Nails)
- Nail Trimming and Cleaning
- Thick Nail Trimming
- Fungal Nail Treatment
- Nail Cleaning Procedure
- Therapeutic Nail Debridement
- Thick Nail Treatment
- Fungal Nail Care
CPT Codes:
- 11720: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 1 to 5
- 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more
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:
- 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
Does Dr. Szpara accept my insurance?
Dr. Szpara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (860) 739-1944 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Szpara accept in East Lyme, CT?
Dr. Szpara in East Lyme, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Szpara's office located?
Dr. Michal Szpara's Primary Practice
131 Boston Post Rd
East Lyme, CT 06333
(860) 739-1944
What is Dr. Szpara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Szpara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225551187.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Szpara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Szpara
What is Dr. Michal Szpara's specialty?
Dr. Szpara is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near East Lyme, CT.
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. Michal Szpara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Szpara is affiliated with Lawrence & Memorial Hospital, Westerly Hospital, Windham Hospital, Smilow Cancer Hospital At Yale New Haven 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 Michal Szpara accepting new patients in East Lyme, CT?
Yes, Dr. Michal Szpara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michal Szpara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Szpara's office at (860) 739-1944 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michal Szpara?
Please contact Dr. Szpara's office at (860) 739-1944 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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