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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Blekher, Podiatrist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Lev Blekher is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Blekher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Blekher’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Blekher’s office at (215) 568-3510.
What languages does Dr. Blekher speak?
Dr. Blekher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Podiatrist like Dr. Blekher typically treat?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Blekher 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. Blekher. 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:
- Bone, Soft Tissue, or Skin Growth of Unknown Type
- Bone Disease
- Skin Condition
- Bone tumor of unknown nature
- Skin lesion of unknown type
- Soft tissue mass of unknown behavior
ICD-10 Codes:
- D492: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of bone, soft tissue, and skin
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:
- Foot Pain
- Right Foot Pain
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Ache in foot
- Foot discomfort
- Sore foot
- Aching right foot
- Right foot discomfort
- Pain in right sole
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79673: Pain in unspecified foot
- M79671: Pain in right foot
What procedures does a Podiatrist like Dr. Blekher typically perform?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Blekher 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. Blekher. 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:
- Skin Lesion Shaving
- Removal of Corns or Calluses
- Corns and Calluses
- Epidermal Lesion Removal
- Dermal Lesion Shave
- Skin Growth Removal
- Corn Excision
- Callus Trimming
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
- Corns and Calluses Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 11306: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, scalp, neck, hands, feet, genitalia; lesion diameter 0.6 to 1.0 cm
- 11056: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); 2 to 4 lesions
Also known as:
- Ingrown Toenail Removal (Wedge Excision)
- Wedge Resection of Nail Fold
- Ingrown Toenail Surgery
- Partial Nail Avulsion
CPT Codes:
- 11765: Wedge excision of skin of nail fold (eg, for ingrown toenail)
Also known as:
- Unna Boot Application
- Compression Boot Application
- Unna Paste Bandage
- Leg Ulcer Dressing
CPT Codes:
- 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
Does Dr. Blekher accept my insurance?
Dr. Blekher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 568-3510 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Blekher accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Blekher in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Broward Health
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
Risant Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Blekher's office located?
What is Dr. Blekher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Blekher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578231353.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Blekher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Blekher
What is Dr. Lev Blekher's specialty?
Dr. Blekher is a Podiatrist near Philadelphia, PA.
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. Lev Blekher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Blekher is affiliated with Riddle Hospital, Lankenau Medical Center, Bryn Mawr 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 Lev Blekher accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Lev Blekher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lev Blekher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Blekher's office at (215) 568-3510 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lev Blekher?
Please contact Dr. Blekher's office at (215) 568-3510 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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