Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hurt, Podiatrist in Hempstead, NY?
Dr. Melvin Hurt is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in Hempstead, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Hurt is fluent in English, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hurt’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hurt’s office at (212) 704-4310.
What languages does Dr. Hurt speak?
Dr. Hurt and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Russian
Spanish
What conditions does a Podiatrist like Dr. Hurt typically treat?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Hurt 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. Hurt. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic nerve damage
- Diabetes-related nerve pain
- Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
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 Dystrophy
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Deformed nails
- Abnormal nail growth
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L603: Nail dystrophy
- L600: Ingrowing nail
What procedures does a Podiatrist like Dr. Hurt typically perform?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Hurt 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. Hurt. 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:
- 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:
- Nail Removal
- Nail Plate Avulsion
- Toenail Removal
- Fingernail Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11730: Avulsion of nail plate, partial or complete, simple; single
Also known as:
- Partial or Complete Nail Removal (Additional Nail)
- Nail Plate Avulsion
- Toenail Removal
- Fingernail Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11732: Avulsion of nail plate, partial or complete, simple; each additional nail plate (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Trigger Point Injection
- Tendon or Ligament Pain Injection
- Muscle Pain Injection
- Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
- Trigger Point Release Injection
- Tendon Injection
- Ligament Injection
- Soft Tissue Injection
- Pain Relief Injection (Tendon/Ligament)
CPT Codes:
- 20552: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 1 or 2 muscle(s)
- 20551: Injection(s); single tendon origin/insertion
Does Dr. Hurt accept my insurance?
Dr. Hurt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 704-4310 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hurt accept in Hempstead, NY?
Dr. Hurt in Hempstead, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
National Benefit Fund
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Hurt's office located?
What is Dr. Hurt's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hurt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275580664.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hurt?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hurt
What is Dr. Melvin Hurt's specialty?
Dr. Hurt is a Podiatrist near Hempstead, NY.
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. Melvin Hurt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hurt is affiliated with Nyc Health + Hospitals/elmhurst 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 Melvin Hurt accepting new patients in Hempstead, NY?
Yes, Dr. Melvin Hurt is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melvin Hurt offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hurt's office at (212) 704-4310 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melvin Hurt?
Please contact Dr. Hurt's office at (212) 704-4310 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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