Who is Dr. Mechrefe, Foot and Ankle Surgeon in Warwick, RI?
Dr. Anthony Mechrefe, MD is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Warwick, RI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years. Dr. Mechrefe graduated from Mechanical Engineering and completed his residency at Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, Orthopedic Surgery.
Dr. Mechrefe is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mechrefe’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mechrefe’s office at (401) 738-3730.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Mechrefe?
Dr. Anthony Mechrefe, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Foot and Ankle Surgeon known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array
of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Mechrefe empowers
patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arthritis, Arthroscopic Surgery, Bunion, Cartilage Repair/Restoration, Foot & Ankle Surgery-Complex, Ligament Injuries, Trauma, or comprehensive
wellness support. Serving
the Warwick/RI community, Dr. Mechrefe is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Mechrefe go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Rhode Island Hosp-Lifespan, Orthopedic Surgery | Rhode Island Hospital Lifespan
Medical School: Mechanical Engineering
What languages does Dr. Mechrefe speak?
Dr. Mechrefe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Mechrefe treat?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Mechrefe 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. Mechrefe. 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.
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:
Osteoarthritis of the right ankle and foot
Osteoarthritis
Degenerative joint disease
Wear-and-tear arthritis
Arthrosis
Joint degeneration
Degenerative Joint Disease
Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
Ankle Arthritis
Foot Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
M19071: Primary osteoarthritis, right ankle and foot
M19072: Primary osteoarthritis, left ankle and 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
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:
Bunion
Foot Injuries and Disorder
Toe Injuries and Disorder
Hallux Valgus
Big Toe Deformity
Foot Bump
ICD-10 Codes:
M2011: Hallux valgus (acquired), right foot
What procedures does Dr. Mechrefe perform?
As a Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Mechrefe 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. Mechrefe. 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.
28238: Reconstruction (advancement), posterior tibial tendon with excision of accessory tarsal navicular bone (eg, Kidner type procedure)
Also known as:
Foot Bone Reshaping (Metatarsal Osteotomy)
Partial Foot Bone Removal
Foot Bone Infection Removal
Heel Bone Cut (Calcaneus Osteotomy)
Foot Bone Reshaping (Tarsal Osteotomy)
Big Toe Bone Reshaping Surgery
Metatarsal Osteotomy
Foot Bone Lengthening
Foot Bone Shortening
Foot Bone Angle Correction
Talus Bone Excision
Calcaneus Bone Excision
Foot Bone Debridement
Osteomyelitis Bone Removal
Tarsal Bone Excision
Metatarsal Bone Infection Treatment
Calcaneus Osteotomy
Heel Bone Reshaping Surgery
Dwyer Procedure
Chambers Procedure
Tarsal Bone Cut
Midfoot Osteotomy
Foot Bone Realignment Surgery
Corrective Foot Bone Surgery
First Toe Proximal Phalanx Osteotomy
Big Toe Shortening Surgery
Toe Bone Correction
Hallux Phalanx Osteotomy
CPT Codes:
28308: Osteotomy, with or without lengthening, shortening or angular correction, metatarsal; other than first metatarsal, each
28120: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, sequestrectomy, or diaphysectomy) bone (eg, osteomyelitis or bossing); talus or calcaneus
28122: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, sequestrectomy, or diaphysectomy) bone (eg, osteomyelitis or bossing); tarsal or metatarsal bone, except talus or calcaneus
28300: Osteotomy; calcaneus (eg, Dwyer or Chambers type procedure), with or without internal fixation
28304: Osteotomy, tarsal bones, other than calcaneus or talus;
28310: Osteotomy, shortening, angular or rotational correction; proximal phalanx, first toe (separate procedure)
Also known as:
Ankle Joint Cleaning (Arthroscopy)
Ankle Joint Scope with Cleaning
Endoscopy
Ankle debridement
Ankle scope surgery
Arthroscopic ankle cleanup
Tibiotalar joint debridement
Subtalar Arthroscopy with Debridement
Ankle Endoscopy and Debridement
Surgical Ankle Joint Cleaning
CPT Codes:
29898: Arthroscopy, ankle (tibiotalar and fibulotalar joints), surgical; debridement, extensive
29906: Arthroscopy, subtalar joint, surgical; with debridement
Knee Arthroscopy with Meniscus and Cartilage Repair
Knee Arthroscopy with Major Synovectomy
Endoscopy
Knee Scope with Meniscectomy
Knee Cartilage Shaving
Arthroscopic Knee Debridement
Arthroscopic Knee Synovectomy
Knee Lining Removal (Arthroscopic)
Minimally Invasive Knee Synovectomy
Knee scope with meniscectomy
Arthroscopic knee surgery
Cartilage shaving knee
Meniscus repair knee arthroscopy
CPT Codes:
29881: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial OR lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
29876: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; synovectomy, major, 2 or more compartments (eg, medial or lateral)
29880: Arthroscopy, knee, surgical; with meniscectomy (medial AND lateral, including any meniscal shaving) including debridement/shaving of articular cartilage (chondroplasty), same or separate compartment(s), when performed
Also known as:
Toe Deformity Correction (Soft Tissue)
Angular Toe Deformity Repair
Overlapping Toe Correction
Curly Toe Surgery
CPT Codes:
28313: Reconstruction, angular deformity of toe, soft tissue procedures only (eg, overlapping second toe, fifth toe, curly toes)
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)
Also known as:
Ankle Arthroscopy for Cartilage Repair
Total Ankle Replacement Surgery
Open Treatment for Ankle Joint Disruption
Ankle Joint Exploration Surgery
Ankle Joint Surgery with Synovectomy
Endoscopy
Keyhole Ankle Surgery
Minimally Invasive Ankle Cartilage Repair
Ankle Bone Defect Excision
Ankle arthroplasty with implant
Total ankle prosthesis
Ankle joint replacement
Syndesmosis Repair
Distal Tibiofibular Joint Fixation
Ankle Ligament Repair Surgery
Open Ankle Surgery
Ankle Biopsy
Ankle Foreign Body Removal
Ankle Arthrotomy
Ankle arthrotomy
Ankle lining removal surgery
Synovectomy of the ankle
CPT Codes:
29891: Arthroscopy, ankle, surgical, excision of osteochondral defect of talus and/or tibia, including drilling of the defect
27702: Arthroplasty, ankle; with implant (total ankle)
27829: Open treatment of distal tibiofibular joint (syndesmosis) disruption, includes internal fixation, when performed
27620: Arthrotomy, ankle, with joint exploration, with or without biopsy, with or without removal of loose or foreign body
27625: Arthrotomy, with synovectomy, ankle;
Also known as:
Large Bone Graft
Bone Grafts
Major Bone Grafting
Autograft
Allograft
CPT Codes:
20902: Bone graft, any donor area; major or large
Also known as:
Foot or Ankle Tendon Transfer Surgery
Tendon Transfer Surgery (Additional)
Deep tendon rerouting
Tendon transplant surgery
Muscle redirection surgery
Tibial tendon transfer
Tendon Transplant
Muscle Rerouting
Tendon Reconstruction
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)
27692: Transfer or transplant of single tendon (with muscle redirection or rerouting); each additional tendon (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
Big Toe Joint Fusion
Subtalar Joint Fusion
Open Ankle Joint Fusion
Great Toe Arthrodesis
MTP Joint Fusion
Big Toe Fusion Surgery
Hallux Rigidus Surgery
Ankle Joint Fusion
Subtalar Arthrodesis
Hindfoot Fusion Surgery
Talocalcaneal Fusion
Ankle Arthrodesis
Ankle Fusion Surgery
Surgical Ankle Immobilization
CPT Codes:
28750: Arthrodesis, great toe; metatarsophalangeal joint
28725: Arthrodesis; subtalar
27870: Arthrodesis, ankle, open
Also known as:
Foot Tendon Transfer
Tendon transplant surgery
Muscle redirection surgery
Anterior tibial tendon transfer
CPT Codes:
27690: Transfer or transplant of single tendon (with muscle redirection or rerouting); superficial (eg, anterior tibial extensors into midfoot)
28296: Correction, hallux valgus with bunionectomy, with sesamoidectomy when performed; with distal metatarsal osteotomy, any method
28298: Correction, hallux valgus with bunionectomy, with sesamoidectomy when performed; with proximal phalanx osteotomy, any method
Also known as:
Leg Flexor Tendon Repair
Achilles Tendon Repair
Secondary Leg Tendon Repair
Leg Tendon Graft
Flexor Tendon Surgery Leg
Ruptured Achilles Tendon Surgery
Open Achilles Repair
Percutaneous Achilles Repair
Heel Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
27659: Repair, flexor tendon, leg; secondary, with or without graft, each tendon
27650: Repair, primary, open or percutaneous, ruptured Achilles tendon;
Also known as:
Achilles Tendon Repair (Secondary)
Leg Tendon Repair
Achilles Tendon Reconstruction
Graft for Achilles Tendon
Re-repair Achilles Tendon
Ankle Tendon Surgery
Flexor Tendon Repair
Leg Tendon Surgery
Tendon Reconstruction Leg
CPT Codes:
27654: Repair, secondary, Achilles tendon, with or without graft
27658: Repair, flexor tendon, leg; primary, without graft, each tendon
Also known as:
Shin Bone Partial Removal
Partial Fibula Bone Removal
Tibia Bone Excision
Shin Bone Debridement
Osteomyelitis Tibia Surgery
Fibula Osteomyelitis Surgery
Bone Excision (Fibula)
Craterization of Fibula
CPT Codes:
27640: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, or diaphysectomy), bone (eg, osteomyelitis); tibia
27641: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, or diaphysectomy), bone (eg, osteomyelitis); fibula
Also known as:
Ankle Fracture Repair (Bimalleolar)
Open Repair of Trimalleolar Ankle Fracture
Open Medial Malleolus Fracture Repair
Open Surgery for Broken Ankle Bone
Broken Ankle Surgery
Malleolar Fracture Fixation
Open Ankle Fracture Treatment
Trimalleolar Ankle Fracture Surgery
Ankle Fracture Fixation
Open Ankle Fracture Reduction
Ankle Bone Fracture Surgery
Medial Malleolus Fixation
Broken Ankle Bone Repair
Lateral Malleolus Fracture Repair
Distal Fibula Fracture Surgery
Ankle Fixation Surgery
CPT Codes:
27814: Open treatment of bimalleolar ankle fracture (eg, lateral and medial malleoli, or lateral and posterior malleoli, or medial and posterior malleoli), includes internal fixation, when performed
27822: Open treatment of trimalleolar ankle fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed, medial and/or lateral malleolus; without fixation of posterior lip
27766: Open treatment of medial malleolus fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed
27792: Open treatment of distal fibular fracture (lateral malleolus), includes internal fixation, when performed
Also known as:
Leg or Ankle Tendon Release
Tendon Loosening Surgery (Leg)
Ankle Tendon Tenolysis
Flexor or Extensor Tendon Release
CPT Codes:
27680: Tenolysis, flexor or extensor tendon, leg and/or ankle; single, each tendon
Also known as:
Repair of Dislocating Peroneal Tendons with Fibula Bone Cut
Peroneal Tendon Stabilization with Osteotomy
Ankle Tendon Dislocation Repair
Fibular Osteotomy for Tendon Repair
CPT Codes:
27676: Repair, dislocating peroneal tendons; with fibular osteotomy
Also known as:
Foot Bone Reshaping Surgery
Metatarsal Osteotomy
Foot Deformity Correction
Cavus Foot Surgery
CPT Codes:
28309: Osteotomy, with or without lengthening, shortening or angular correction, metatarsal; multiple (eg, Swanson type cavus foot procedure)
Also known as:
Leg Compartment Decompression Surgery (Posterior)
Leg Compartment Release Surgery
Posterior Compartment Fasciotomy
Leg Fasciotomy
Chronic Exertional Compartment Syndrome Surgery
Leg Pressure Release Surgery
Leg fasciotomy
Anterior compartment release
Lateral compartment release
Compartment syndrome surgery leg
CPT Codes:
27601: Decompression fasciotomy, leg; posterior compartment(s) only
27600: Decompression fasciotomy, leg; anterior and/or lateral compartments only
Also known as:
Open Toe Tendon Release
Flexor Tenotomy Toe
Toe Tendon Lengthening
Hammer Toe Surgery
Toe Tendon Cut
CPT Codes:
28232: Tenotomy, open, tendon flexor; toe, single tendon (separate procedure)
Also known as:
Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
Arthrocentesis
Major Joint Aspiration
Bursa Injection
Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
Leg or Ankle Tendon Adjustment Surgery
Leg tendon lengthening
Ankle tendon shortening
Tendon surgery leg
CPT Codes:
27685: Lengthening or shortening of tendon, leg or ankle; single tendon (separate procedure)
Also known as:
Short Leg Cast Application
Below Knee Cast
Lower Leg Cast
Foot and Ankle Cast
CPT Codes:
29405: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes);
Also known as:
Open Metatarsal Fracture Repair
Foot Bone Fracture Surgery
Metatarsal Fixation
Broken Foot Bone Repair
CPT Codes:
28485: Open treatment of metatarsal fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed, each
Also known as:
Application of Short Leg Splint
Calf to Foot Splint
Lower Leg Splinting
Short Leg Immobilization
CPT Codes:
29515: Application of short leg splint (calf to foot)
Also known as:
Open Toe Joint Dislocation Repair
MTP Joint Dislocation Surgery
Toe Dislocation Fixation
Foot Joint Dislocation Repair
CPT Codes:
28645: Open treatment of metatarsophalangeal joint dislocation, includes internal fixation, when performed
Also known as:
Morton's Neuroma Removal
Excision of Morton's Neuroma
Interdigital Neuroma Excision
Foot Nerve Tumor Removal
CPT Codes:
28080: Excision, interdigital (Morton) neuroma, single, each
Also known as:
Open Surgery for Heel Bone Fracture
Calcaneus Fracture Repair
Heel Bone Fixation Surgery
Open Reduction Calcaneus Fracture
Foot Fracture Surgery
CPT Codes:
28415: Open treatment of calcaneal fracture, includes internal fixation, when performed;
Also known as:
Foot Flexor Tendon Repair
Tendon repair foot
Flexor tendon surgery
Foot tendon reconstruction
Ankle tendon repair
CPT Codes:
28200: Repair, tendon, flexor, foot; primary or secondary, without free graft, each tendon
Also known as:
Open Knee Joint Surgery
Knee exploration and debris removal
Knee arthrotomy
Knee joint biopsy
Removal of loose bodies from knee
CPT Codes:
27331: Arthrotomy, knee; including joint exploration, biopsy, or removal of loose or foreign bodies
Also known as:
Femoral Nerve Block Injection
Peripheral Nerve Block
Femoral nerve injection
Thigh nerve block
Pain relief injection for thigh
Nerve block with imaging guidance
Nerve injection
Pain relief injection
Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Also known as:
Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
Sciatic Nerve Block
Sciatica Injection
Steroid Injection for Sciatica
Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve
CPT Codes:
64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
Major Arm or Leg Nerve Repair
Peripheral Nerve Surgery
Nerve Reconstruction Arm/Leg
Open Neuroplasty
CPT Codes:
64708: Neuroplasty, major peripheral nerve, arm or leg, open; other than specified
Also known as:
Small Skin Flap Surgery (Scalp, Arms, or Legs)
Adjacent Tissue Transfer
Local Flap Surgery
Skin Rearrangement Procedure
Small Defect Skin Repair
CPT Codes:
14020: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, scalp, arms and/or legs; defect 10 sq cm or less
Also known as:
Re-closure of Surgical Wound
Secondary Wound Closure
Repair of Wound Dehiscence
Complicated Surgical Wound Repair
Extensive Wound Re-stitching
CPT Codes:
13160: Secondary closure of surgical wound or dehiscence, extensive or complicated
Also known as:
Inhaler or Nebulizer Training
Aerosol Device Instruction
MDI Training
Breathing Treatment Education
CPT Codes:
94664: Demonstration and/or evaluation of patient utilization of an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or IPPB device
Does Dr. Mechrefe accept my insurance?
Dr. Mechrefe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 738-3730 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mechrefe accept in Warwick, RI?
Dr. Mechrefe in Warwick, RI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Mechrefe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mechrefe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912959172.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mechrefe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mechrefe
What is Dr. Anthony Mechrefe's specialty?
Dr. Mechrefe is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon near Warwick, RI.
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. Contact Dr. Mechrefe to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Anthony Mechrefe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mechrefe is affiliated with South County Hospital Campus 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
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The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the
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Is Anthony Mechrefe accepting new patients in Warwick, RI?
Yes, Dr. Anthony Mechrefe is accepting new patients at this time.
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