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Dr. Ernest Megdanis

Dr. Ernest Megdanis

Brooklyn, NY

Accepting patients
Online booking

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Megdanis, Podiatrist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Ernest Megdanis received his Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the State University of New York at Stoneybrook with honors in senior design. After deciding to pursue a career in medicine, he returned to school at the New York College of Podiatry where he graduated with Honors. He completed his podiatric surgical residency in 1991 at NY Methodist Hospital, where he is now Associate Chief of Podiatry.

    What languages does Dr. Megdanis speak?

    Dr. Megdanis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Greek, Modern (1453-)

    What conditions does Dr. Megdanis treat?

    As a Podiatrist, Dr. Megdanis 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. Megdanis. 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
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Posterior Tibial Tendinitis
    • Achilles Tendinitis
    • Tendinitis
    • Posterior Tibial Tendinopathy
    • PTT Dysfunction
    • Ankle Tendinitis
    • Achilles Tendonitis
    • Achilles Tendinopathy
    • Heel Cord Tendinitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M76822: Posterior tibial tendinitis, left leg
    • M7662: Achilles tendinitis, left leg

    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:

    • Athlete's Foot
    • Tinea Pedis
    • Foot Fungus
    • Dermatophytosis of the Foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B353: Tinea pedis

    Also known as:

    • Ingrown Nail
    • Nail Disease
    • Ingrown toenail
    • Onychocryptosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L600: Ingrowing nail

    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)

    Also known as:

    • Right Ankle and Foot Pain
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Sore Right Ankle
    • Sore Right Foot
    • Aching Right Ankle and Foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25571: Pain in right ankle and joints of right foot

    Also known as:

    • Foot and Ankle Enthesopathy
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Foot Tendon Attachment Disorder
    • Ankle Ligament Inflammation
    • Foot Enthesitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7751: Other enthesopathy of right foot and ankle

    Also known as:

    • Tendon and Joint Lining Inflammation
    • Joint Disorder
    • Tendinitis
    • Tenosynovitis
    • Synovitis
    • Inflamed Tendons

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M659: Synovitis and tenosynovitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Left Ankle and Foot
    • Ankle Injuries and Disorder
    • Foot Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Left Ankle Ache
    • Left Foot Discomfort
    • Sore Left Ankle and Foot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25572: Pain in left ankle and joints of left foot

    Does Dr. Megdanis accept my insurance?

    Dr. Megdanis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (917) 300-0553 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Megdanis accept in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Megdanis in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elderplan

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Express Scripts

    • Healthfirst

    • Medicare

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Megdanis' office located?

    NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group Brooklyn - Multi-Specialty

    NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group Brooklyn - Multi-Specialty

    38 6th Avenue

    Floor 3rd

    Brooklyn, NY 11217

    (917) 300-0553

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    Dr. Megdanis has appointments available at his Brooklyn, NY office. Please select a date and time below.

    What is Dr. Megdanis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Megdanis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750317715.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Megdanis?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Megdanis

    What is Dr. Ernest Megdanis's specialty?

    Dr. Megdanis is a Podiatrist near Brooklyn, NY. 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. Megdanis to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ernest Megdanis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Megdanis is affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital 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 Ernest Megdanis accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Ernest Megdanis is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ernest Megdanis offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Megdanis, or call (917) 300-0553 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Ernest Megdanis?

    Please contact Dr. Megdanis's office at (917) 300-0553 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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