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Who is Dr. Arens, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Waconia, MN?
Dr. David Arens is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Waconia, MN. Dr. Arens is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Arens’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Arens’s office at (952) 442-4461.
What languages does Dr. Arens speak?
Dr. Arens and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Arens treat?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Arens 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. Arens. 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:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
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:
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L600: Ingrowing nail
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
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:
- Corns and Calluses
- Hard Skin
- Foot Calluses
- Thick Skin Patches
ICD-10 Codes:
- L84: Corns and callosities
What procedures does Dr. Arens perform?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Arens 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. Arens. 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:
- Nail Trimming and Cleaning
- Nail Debridement (1-5 Nails)
- Therapeutic Nail Debridement
- Thick Nail Treatment
- Fungal Nail Care
- Thick Nail Trimming
- Fungal Nail Treatment
- Nail Cleaning Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more
- 11720: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 1 to 5
Also known as:
- Corn or Callus Removal
- Removal of Corns or Calluses
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Corns and Calluses
- Paring of Corn
- Cutting of Callus
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Removal
- Corn Excision
- Callus Trimming
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
- Corns and Calluses Treatment
- 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
- 11056: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); 2 to 4 lesions
- 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:
- Ingrown Toenail Removal
- Nail Matrix Excision
- Permanent Nail Removal
- Deformed Nail Surgery
- Toenail Avulsion
CPT Codes:
- 11750: Excision of nail and nail matrix, partial or complete (eg, ingrown or deformed nail), for permanent removal;
Also known as:
- Nail Removal
- Nail Plate Avulsion
- Toenail Removal
- Fingernail Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11730: Avulsion of nail plate, partial or complete, simple; single
Also known as:
- Toe Tendon Release
- Hammertoe Correction Surgery
- Big Toe Arthritis Surgery (Hallux Rigidus)
- Percutaneous Toe Tenotomy
- Toe Tendon Cutting
- Hammer Toe Release
- Hammertoe Repair
- Toe Straightening Surgery
- Phalangectomy for Hammertoe
- Cheilectomy for hallux rigidus
- Big toe joint debridement
- First MTP joint release
CPT Codes:
- 28010: Tenotomy, percutaneous, toe; single tendon
- 28285: Correction, hammertoe (eg, interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy)
- 28289: Hallux rigidus correction with cheilectomy, debridement and capsular release of the first metatarsophalangeal joint; without implant
Also known as:
- Toe Amputation
- Toe Amputation (at Joint)
- Toe and Foot Bone Amputation
- Metatarsophalangeal joint amputation
- Toe removal surgery
- Foot digit amputation
- MTP joint amputation
- Interphalangeal Joint Toe Amputation
- Partial Toe Amputation
- Toe Removal Surgery
- Digit Amputation
- Metatarsal Amputation
- Partial Foot Amputation
- Toe Removal with Metatarsal
CPT Codes:
- 28820: Amputation, toe; metatarsophalangeal joint
- 28825: Amputation, toe; interphalangeal joint
- 28810: Amputation, metatarsal, with toe, single
Also known as:
- Tendon or Ligament Pain Injection
- Tendon Injection
- Ligament Injection
- Soft Tissue Injection
- Pain Relief Injection (Tendon/Ligament)
CPT Codes:
- 20551: Injection(s); single tendon origin/insertion
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Unna Boot Application
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Compression Boot Application
- Unna Paste Bandage
- Leg Ulcer Dressing
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
Also known as:
- Small Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Joint Tap
- Bursa Fluid Removal
- Small Joint Injection
- Arthrocentesis
CPT Codes:
- 20600: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Bunion Correction with Bone Cut
- Bunion Correction with Big Toe Joint Fusion
- Hallux valgus correction with osteotomy
- Bunionectomy with metatarsal osteotomy
- Big toe bunion surgery
- Hallux Valgus Repair
- Bunionectomy with Arthrodesis
- Big Toe Fusion Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 28296: Correction, hallux valgus with bunionectomy, with sesamoidectomy when performed; with distal metatarsal osteotomy, any method
- 28297: Correction, hallux valgus with bunionectomy, with sesamoidectomy when performed; with first metatarsal and medial cuneiform joint arthrodesis, any method
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Arthrocentesis
- Joint Fluid Removal
- Bursa Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Big Toe Joint Fusion
- Great Toe Arthrodesis
- MTP Joint Fusion
- Big Toe Fusion Surgery
- Hallux Rigidus Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 28750: Arthrodesis, great toe; metatarsophalangeal joint
Also known as:
- Foot Bone Infection Removal
- Tarsal Bone Excision
- Metatarsal Bone Infection Treatment
- Partial Foot Bone Removal
CPT Codes:
- 28122: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, sequestrectomy, or diaphysectomy) bone (eg, osteomyelitis or bossing); tarsal or metatarsal bone, except talus or calcaneus
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:
- Percutaneous Toe Tendon Release
- Toe Tendon Cutting
- Multiple Toe Tenotomy
- Minimally Invasive Toe Tendon Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 28011: Tenotomy, percutaneous, toe; multiple tendons
Also known as:
- Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
- Tendon sheath injection
- Ligament injection
- Plantar fascia injection
- Soft tissue injection for pain
CPT Codes:
- 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")
Also known as:
- Metatarsal Head Bone Removal
- Foot bone excision
- Metatarsal ostectomy
- Forefoot surgery
- Bunionette surgery
CPT Codes:
- 28112: Ostectomy, complete excision; other metatarsal head (second, third or fourth)
Also known as:
- Partial Removal of Toe Bone
- Toe phalanx excision
- Toe bone cleaning
- Osteomyelitis toe treatment
CPT Codes:
- 28124: Partial excision (craterization, saucerization, sequestrectomy, or diaphysectomy) bone (eg, osteomyelitis or bossing); phalanx of toe
Also known as:
- Foot Nerve Injection for Pain (Morton's Neuroma)
- Morton's Neuroma Injection
- Plantar Digital Nerve Block
- Foot Nerve Steroid Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64455: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; plantar common digital nerve(s) (eg, Morton's neuroma)
Does Dr. Arens accept my insurance?
Dr. Arens accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (952) 442-4461 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Arens accept in Waconia, MN?
Dr. Arens in Waconia, MN 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 and Blue Shield of Minnesota
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
HealthPartners
Humana
Medica
Medicare
MedStar Health
State of Minnesota
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Where is Dr. Arens' office located?
What is Dr. Arens's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Arens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407199110.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Arens?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Arens
What is Dr. David Arens's specialty?
Dr. Arens is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Waconia, MN. Podiatrist with specialization in foot and ankle surgery has expertise in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the foot, ankle, and lower extremities. This includes both surgical and non-surgical approaches for issues like fractures, deformities, and arthritis, with a focus on improving mobility and foot health. Contact Dr. Arens to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. David Arens affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Arens is affiliated with Ridgeview 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 David Arens accepting new patients in Waconia, MN?
Yes, Dr. David Arens is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. David Arens offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Arens's office at (952) 442-4461 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with David Arens?
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