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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Baldassari, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Dunmore, PA?
Dr. Elmo Baldassari is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Dunmore, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Baldassari is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Baldassari’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Baldassari’s office.
What languages does Dr. Baldassari speak?
Dr. Baldassari and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Baldassari typically treat?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Baldassari 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. Baldassari. 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 Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- Punctate Keratosis
- Skin Condition
- Cole disease
- Thick Skin on Palms and Soles
- Palmoplantar Keratosis
- Cole Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- L852: Keratosis punctata (palmaris et plantaris)
Also known as:
- Right Foot Pain
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Aching right foot
- Right foot discomfort
- Pain in right sole
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79671: Pain in right foot
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic nerve damage
- Diabetes-related nerve pain
- Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
What procedures does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Baldassari typically perform?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Baldassari 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. Baldassari. 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:
- Removal of Corns or Calluses
- Corn or Callus Removal
- Corns and Calluses
- Corn Excision
- Callus Trimming
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
- Corns and Calluses Treatment
- Paring of Corn
- Cutting of Callus
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11056: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); 2 to 4 lesions
- 11055: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); single lesion
Also known as:
- Abscess Incision and Drainage
- Abscess Drainage
- Abscess
- I&D of Abscess
- Lancing an Abscess
- Draining a Boil
- Cyst Drainage
- Incision and Drainage (I&D)
- Boil Lancing
- Skin Abscess Removal
CPT Codes:
- 10061: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); complicated or multiple
- 10060: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); simple or single
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:
- 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")
Does Dr. Baldassari accept my insurance?
Dr. Baldassari 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. Baldassari accept in Dunmore, PA?
Dr. Baldassari in Dunmore, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Centene Corporation
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Baldassari's office located?
What is Dr. Baldassari's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Baldassari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497799415.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Baldassari?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Baldassari
What is Dr. Elmo Baldassari's specialty?
Dr. Baldassari is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Dunmore, PA.
What does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Elmo Baldassari affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Baldassari is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono, Geisinger Medical Center, Regional Hospital Of Scranton, Geisinger Wyoming Valley 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
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Is Elmo Baldassari accepting new patients in Dunmore, PA?
Yes, Dr. Elmo Baldassari is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elmo Baldassari offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Baldassari's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elmo Baldassari?
Please contact Dr. Baldassari's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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