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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hernaez, Podiatrist in Sugar Land, TX?
Dr. Irene Hernaez is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in Sugar Land, TX. Dr. Hernaez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hernaez’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hernaez’s office at (281) 937-0077.
What languages does Dr. Hernaez speak?
Dr. Hernaez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Podiatrist like Dr. Hernaez typically treat?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Hernaez 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. Hernaez. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
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:
- Left Foot Pain
- Right Foot Pain
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Ache in left foot
- Left foot discomfort
- Sore left foot
- Aching right foot
- Right foot discomfort
- Pain in right sole
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79672: Pain in left foot
- M79671: Pain in right foot
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
What procedures does a Podiatrist like Dr. Hernaez typically perform?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Hernaez 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. Hernaez. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Nail Trimming and Cleaning
- Nail Debridement (1-5 Nails)
- Therapeutic Nail Debridement
- Thick Nail Treatment
- Fungal Nail Care
- Thick Nail Trimming
- Fungal Nail Treatment
- Nail Cleaning Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more
- 11720: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 1 to 5
Also known as:
- Corn or Callus Removal
- Removal of Corns or Calluses
- Corns and Calluses
- Paring of Corn
- Cutting of Callus
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Removal
- Corn Excision
- Callus Trimming
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
- Corns and Calluses Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 11055: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); single lesion
- 11056: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); 2 to 4 lesions
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. Hernaez accept my insurance?
Dr. Hernaez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 937-0077 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hernaez accept in Sugar Land, TX?
Dr. Hernaez in Sugar Land, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Spectrum
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hernaez's office located?
Dr. Irene Hernaez's Primary Practice
16659 Southwest Fwy Ste 201
Sugar Land, TX 77479
(281) 937-0077
What is Dr. Hernaez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hernaez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184624892.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hernaez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hernaez
What is Dr. Irene Hernaez's specialty?
Dr. Hernaez is a Podiatrist near Sugar Land, TX.
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. Irene Hernaez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hernaez is affiliated with Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital, Oakbend Medical Center, Oakbend 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 Irene Hernaez accepting new patients in Sugar Land, TX?
Yes, Dr. Irene Hernaez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Irene Hernaez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hernaez's office at (281) 937-0077 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Irene Hernaez?
Please contact Dr. Hernaez's office at (281) 937-0077 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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