20 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Willers, Foot and Ankle Surgeon in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Jeffrey Willers, MD is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Willers graduated from Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University and completed his residency at Exempla St Joseph Hospital Program. Dr. Willers is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Willers’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Willers’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Willers?
Dr. Jeffrey Willers, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Foot and Ankle Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Willers empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arthritis, Foot & Ankle Surgery, Reconstructive Surgery, Sports Injuries, Trauma, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Nashville, TN community, Dr. Willers is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Willers go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Exempla St Joseph Hospital Program
Medical School: Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University
Is Dr. Willers board certified as a Foot and Ankle Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Willers, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Willers speak?
Dr. Willers and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Willers typically treat?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Willers 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. Willers. 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:
- Right Foot Pain
- Left Foot Pain
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Aching right foot
- Right foot discomfort
- Pain in right sole
- Ache in left foot
- Left foot discomfort
- Sore left foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79671: Pain in right foot
- M79672: Pain in left 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
What procedures does a Foot and Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Willers typically perform?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Willers 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. Willers. 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:
- Foot Bone Reshaping (Metatarsal Osteotomy)
- Heel Bone Cut (Calcaneus Osteotomy)
- Metatarsal Osteotomy
- Foot Bone Lengthening
- Foot Bone Shortening
- Foot Bone Angle Correction
- Calcaneus Osteotomy
- Heel Bone Reshaping Surgery
- Dwyer Procedure
- Chambers Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 28308: Osteotomy, with or without lengthening, shortening or angular correction, metatarsal; other than first metatarsal, each
- 28300: Osteotomy; calcaneus (eg, Dwyer or Chambers type procedure), with or without internal fixation
Also known as:
- Ankle Joint Cleaning (Arthroscopy)
- Endoscopy
- Ankle debridement
- Ankle scope surgery
- Arthroscopic ankle cleanup
- Tibiotalar joint debridement
CPT Codes:
- 29898: Arthroscopy, ankle (tibiotalar and fibulotalar joints), surgical; debridement, extensive
Also known as:
- Ankle Ligament Repair
- Collateral Ankle Ligament Surgery
- Ankle Sprain Repair
- Watson-Jones Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 27698: Repair, secondary, disrupted ligament, ankle, collateral (eg, Watson-Jones procedure)
Also known as:
- Foot or Ankle Tendon Transfer Surgery
- Deep tendon rerouting
- Tendon transplant surgery
- Muscle redirection surgery
- Tibial tendon transfer
CPT Codes:
- 27691: Transfer or transplant of single tendon (with muscle redirection or rerouting); deep (eg, anterior tibial or posterior tibial through interosseous space, flexor digitorum longus, flexor hallucis longus, or peroneal tendon to midfoot or hindfoot)
Also known as:
- Toe Joint Capsule Release
- Toe Capsulotomy
- Metatarsophalangeal Joint Release
- Toe Joint Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 28270: Capsulotomy; metatarsophalangeal joint, with or without tenorrhaphy, each joint (separate procedure)
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)
Does Dr. Willers accept my insurance?
Dr. Willers 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. Willers accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Willers in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Willers' office located?
What is Dr. Willers's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Willers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447201967.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Willers?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Willers
What is Dr. Jeffrey Willers's specialty?
Dr. Willers is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon near Nashville, TN.
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. Jeffrey Willers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Willers is affiliated with Tristar Centennial Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Jeffrey Willers accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Jeffrey Willers is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jeffrey Willers offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Willers's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jeffrey Willers?
Please contact Dr. Willers's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jeffrey Willers have?
Dr. Jeffrey Willers is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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