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Who is Dr. Tagaloa-Tulifau, Podiatrist in Lakewood, CA?
Dr. Mafutaga Tagaloa-Tulifau is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in Lakewood, CA. She is board certified. Dr. Tagaloa-Tulifau is fluent in English, Samoan, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tagaloa-Tulifau’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tagaloa-Tulifau’s office at (562) 925-3055.
What languages does Dr. Tagaloa-Tulifau speak?
Dr. Tagaloa-Tulifau and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Samoan
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Tagaloa-Tulifau treat?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Tagaloa-Tulifau 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. Tagaloa-Tulifau. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease
- PAD from Diabetes
- Circulation Problems from Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1151: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy without gangrene
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
Also known as:
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L600: Ingrowing nail
Also known as:
- Peripheral Arterial Disease in Both Legs
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- PAD in Both Legs
- Poor Circulation in Both Legs
- Hardening of Arteries in Both Legs
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70293: Other atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities, bilateral legs
Also known as:
- Posterior Tibial Tendinitis
- Tendinitis
- Posterior Tibial Tendinopathy
- PTT Dysfunction
- Ankle Tendinitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M76822: Posterior tibial tendinitis, left leg
- M76821: Posterior tibial tendinitis, right leg
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Cellulitis of Left Toe
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Toe Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
- Left Toe Skin Infection
- Bacterial Left Toe Infection
- Spreading Left Toe Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03031: Cellulitis of right toe
- L03032: Cellulitis of left toe
Also known as:
- Thick Skin on Hands and Feet
- Sun Exposure
- Palmoplantar keratoderma
- Keratoderma
- Thickened skin palms soles
ICD-10 Codes:
- L851: Acquired keratosis [keratoderma] palmaris et plantaris
Also known as:
- Bunion
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Toe Injuries and Disorder
- Hallux Valgus
- Big Toe Deformity
- Foot Bump
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2012: Hallux valgus (acquired), left foot
- M2011: Hallux valgus (acquired), right foot
Also known as:
- Athlete's Foot
- Tinea Pedis
- Foot Fungus
- Dermatophytosis of the Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- B353: Tinea pedis
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:
- History of Falls
- Falls
- Previous falls
- Recurrent falls
- Risk of falling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9181: History of falling
Also known as:
- Hammer Toe
- Toe Injuries and Disorder
- Claw Toe
- Mallet Toe
- Bent Toe
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2041: Other hammer toe(s) (acquired), right foot
Also known as:
- Hammer Toe
- Toe Injuries and Disorder
- Mallet toe
- Claw toe
- Bent toe
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2042: Other hammer toe(s) (acquired), left foot
Also known as:
- Plantar wart
- Warts
- Foot wart
- Verruca plantaris
ICD-10 Codes:
- B070: Plantar wart
Also known as:
- Left Flat Foot
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Left Pes Planus
- Left Fallen Arches
- Left Collapsed Arch
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2142: Flat foot [pes planus] (acquired), left foot
Which procedures does Dr. Tagaloa-Tulifau perform as a Podiatrist?
As a Podiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Mafutaga Tagaloa-Tulifau may include:
- Ankle Surgery
- Foot and Ankle Second Opinion
- Foot and Ankle Specialist Consultation
- Foot and Ankle Specialist Follow Up
- Foot Consultation
- Foot Follow Up
- Foot Surgery
- Laser Toenail Treatment
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Tagaloa-Tulifau's office.
Does Dr. Tagaloa-Tulifau accept my insurance?
Dr. Tagaloa-Tulifau accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 925-3055 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tagaloa-Tulifau accept in Lakewood, CA?
Dr. Tagaloa-Tulifau in Lakewood, CA 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 Shield of California
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Conifer Health Solutions
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthSmart
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Tagaloa-Tulifau's office located?
Dr. Mafutaga Tagaloa-Tulifau's Primary Practice
5220 Clark Ave Ste 315
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 925-3055
What is Dr. Tagaloa-Tulifau's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tagaloa-Tulifau's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962435594.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tagaloa-Tulifau?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tagaloa-Tulifau
What is Dr. Mafutaga Tagaloa-Tulifau's specialty?
Dr. Tagaloa-Tulifau is a Podiatrist near Lakewood, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Tagaloa-Tulifau to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Mafutaga Tagaloa-Tulifau affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Tagaloa-Tulifau 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 Mafutaga Tagaloa-Tulifau accepting new patients in Lakewood, CA?
Yes, Dr. Mafutaga Tagaloa-Tulifau is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mafutaga Tagaloa-Tulifau offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tagaloa-Tulifau's office at (562) 925-3055 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mafutaga Tagaloa-Tulifau?
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