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Who is Dr. Buenahora, Podiatrist in East Meadow, NY?
Dr. Joseph Buenahora is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in East Meadow, NY. He is board certified. He is a member of the Podiatric surgery and medicine. Dr. Buenahora is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buenahora’s office at (516) 679-1338.
Where did Dr. Buenahora go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Dr. William Scholl College of podiatrist medicine
Is Dr. Buenahora board certified as a Podiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Buenahora is board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine
What languages does Dr. Buenahora speak?
Dr. Buenahora and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Podiatrist like Dr. Buenahora typically treat?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Buenahora 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. Buenahora. 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
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Toe Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03031: Cellulitis of right toe
Also known as:
- Open Wound of Toe with Nail Damage
- Nail Disease
- Toe Injuries and Disorder
- Wounds and Injuries
- Toe Injury with Broken Nail
- Damaged Toenail
- Traumatic Toenail Injury
- Nail Bed Injury on Toe
ICD-10 Codes:
- S91201A: Unspecified open wound of right great toe with damage to nail, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Open wound on foot
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Wounds and Injuries
- Foot cut
- Foot gash
- Foot injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S91301A: Unspecified open wound, right foot, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
What procedures does a Podiatrist like Dr. Buenahora typically perform?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Buenahora 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. Buenahora. 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:
- Nail Removal
- Nail Plate Avulsion
- Toenail Removal
- Fingernail Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11730: Avulsion of nail plate, partial or complete, simple; single
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 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:
- Abscess Drainage
- Abscess
- Incision and Drainage (I&D)
- Boil Lancing
- Cyst Drainage
- Skin Abscess Removal
CPT Codes:
- 10060: Incision and drainage of abscess (eg, carbuncle, suppurative hidradenitis, cutaneous or subcutaneous abscess, cyst, furuncle, or paronychia); simple or single
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
Does Dr. Buenahora accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Buenahora's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Buenahora's office located?
Dr. Joseph Buenahora's Primary Practice
477 Newbridge Rd
East Meadow, NY 11554
(516) 679-1338
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Podiatric surgery and medicine
Board Certified
Awards
Past president
Nassau Podiatry Association
What is Dr. Buenahora's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buenahora's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205872082.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buenahora?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buenahora
What is Dr. Joseph Buenahora's specialty?
Dr. Buenahora is a Podiatrist near East Meadow, 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. Joseph Buenahora affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Buenahora is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Joseph Buenahora accepting new patients in East Meadow, NY?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Buenahora is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Buenahora offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buenahora's office at (516) 679-1338 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Buenahora?
Please contact Dr. Buenahora's office at (516) 679-1338 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Buenahora have?
Dr. Joseph Buenahora is certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine.
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