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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Almirante, Podiatrist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Maria Elena Almirante is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Almirante is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Almirante’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Almirante’s office.
What languages does Dr. Almirante speak?
Dr. Almirante and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Podiatrist like Dr. Almirante typically treat?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Almirante 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. Almirante. 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 Dystrophy
- Nail Disease
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
- Deformed nails
- Abnormal nail growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- L600: Ingrowing nail
- L603: Nail dystrophy
Also known as:
- Corns and Calluses
- Hard Skin
- Foot Calluses
- Thick Skin Patches
ICD-10 Codes:
- L84: Corns and callosities
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:
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Pain at Rest
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- PAD pain at rest
- Critical limb ischemia
- Severe artery blockage pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70229: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with rest pain, unspecified extremity
What procedures does a Podiatrist like Dr. Almirante typically perform?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Almirante 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. Almirante. 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 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:
- Corn or Callus Removal
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Corns and Calluses
- Paring of Corn
- Cutting of Callus
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Removal
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 11055: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); single lesion
- 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 Removal
- Nail Plate Avulsion
- Toenail Removal
- Fingernail Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11730: Avulsion of nail plate, partial or complete, simple; single
Does Dr. Almirante accept my insurance?
Dr. Almirante accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Almirante accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Almirante in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Territories
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Federal government of the United States
Jefferson Health
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
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Where is Dr. Almirante's office located?
Dr. Maria Elena Almirante's Practice 2
10621 Church St Ste 120
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
What is Dr. Almirante's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Almirante's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700230364.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Almirante?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Almirante
What is Dr. Maria Elena Almirante's specialty?
Dr. Almirante is a Podiatrist near San Diego, CA.
What does a Podiatrist do?
A podiatrist is a person qualified by a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.) degree, licensed by the state, and practicing within the scope of that license. Podiatrists diagnose and treat foot diseases and deformities. They perform medical, surgical and other operative procedures, prescribe corrective devices and prescribe and administer drugs and physical therapy.
Is this Dr. Maria Elena Almirante affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Almirante is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Tri-City Medical Center, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego 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 Maria Elena Almirante accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Maria Elena Almirante is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Maria Elena Almirante offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Almirante's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Maria Elena Almirante?
Please contact Dr. Almirante's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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