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Who is Dr. Montes, Podiatrist in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Socorro Montes is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Montes is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Montes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Montes’s office at (480) 844-8218.
What languages does Dr. Montes speak?
Dr. Montes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Podiatrist like Dr. Montes typically treat?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Montes 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. Montes. 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:
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L600: Ingrowing nail
Also known as:
- Thick Skin on Hands and Feet
- Sun Exposure
- Palmoplantar keratoderma
- Keratoderma
- Thickened skin palms soles
ICD-10 Codes:
- L851: Acquired keratosis [keratoderma] palmaris et plantaris
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:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
What procedures does a Podiatrist like Dr. Montes typically perform?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Montes 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. Montes. 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 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:
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Area)
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Covering Application
- Skin Replacement Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 15275: Application of skin substitute graft to face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet, and/or multiple digits, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
Also known as:
- Hammertoe Correction Surgery
- Hammertoe Repair
- Toe Straightening Surgery
- Phalangectomy for Hammertoe
CPT Codes:
- 28285: Correction, hammertoe (eg, interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy)
Does Dr. Montes accept my insurance?
Dr. Montes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 844-8218 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Montes accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Montes in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital Blue Cross
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Spectrum
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Montes' office located?
Dr. Socorro Montes' Primary Practice
1701 E Thomas Rd Ste 201
Phoenix, AZ 85016
(480) 844-8218
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Socorro Montes?
Dr. Montes has appointments available at her Phoenix, AZ office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Montes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Montes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568705952.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Montes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Montes
What is Dr. Socorro Montes's specialty?
Dr. Montes is a Podiatrist near Phoenix, AZ.
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. Socorro Montes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Montes is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix, Banner Desert Medical Center 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
When to see a Podiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Socorro Montes accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Socorro Montes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Socorro Montes offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Montes, or call (480) 844-8218 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Socorro Montes?
Please contact Dr. Montes's office at (480) 844-8218 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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