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Who is Dr. Werd, Podiatrist in Lakeland, FL?
Dr. Matthew Werd is a Podiatrist, who primarily practices in Lakeland, FL. He is board certified. Dr. Werd completed his residency at Health South Larkin Hospital, Miami, FL, Podiatric Surgery Residency. Dr. Werd is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Werd’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Werd’s office at (863) 687-3404.
Where did Dr. Werd go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Health South Larkin Hospital, Miami, FL, Podiatric Surgery Residency
Is Dr. Werd board certified as a Podiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Werd is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Werd speak?
Dr. Werd and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Werd treat?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Werd 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. Werd. 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:
- Enthesopathy
- Plantar Fibromatosis
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Joint Disorder
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Heel Injuries and Disorder
- Tendon Attachment Disorder
- Ligament Inflammation
- Enthesitis
- Ledderhose disease
- Plantar fasciitis nodule
- Foot fibromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M779: Enthesopathy, unspecified
- M722: Plantar fascial fibromatosis
Also known as:
- Plantar wart
- Warts
- Foot wart
- Verruca plantaris
ICD-10 Codes:
- B070: Plantar wart
Also known as:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- Ankle and Foot Tendon and Joint Lining Inflammation
- Joint Disorder
- Tendinitis
- Ankle Tendinitis
- Foot Tendinitis
- Ankle Tenosynovitis
- Foot Synovitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M65879: Other synovitis and tenosynovitis, unspecified ankle and 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:
- Superficial Thrombophlebitis of Leg
- Superficial Vein Inflammation in Leg
- Phlebitis in Leg
- Blood Clot in Leg Surface Vein
ICD-10 Codes:
- I8002: Phlebitis and thrombophlebitis of superficial vessels of left lower extremity
Also known as:
- Right Foot Bunion
- Toe Injuries and Disorder
- Bunion
- Right Hallux Valgus
- Right Big Toe Deformity
- Right Foot Bump
ICD-10 Codes:
- M21611: Bunion of right foot
Also known as:
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Disease
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L600: Ingrowing nail
Also known as:
- Superficial Thrombophlebitis
- Superficial Vein Clot
- Inflamed Surface Vein
- Superficial Venous Thrombosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I8001: Phlebitis and thrombophlebitis of superficial vessels of right lower extremity
What procedures does Dr. Werd perform?
As a Podiatrist, Dr. Werd 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. Werd. 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:
- Hammertoe Correction Surgery
- Bunion Correction with Double Bone Cut
- Big Toe Arthritis Surgery (Hallux Rigidus)
- Hammertoe Repair
- Toe Straightening Surgery
- Phalangectomy for Hammertoe
- Hallux Valgus Correction
- Bunionectomy with Osteotomy
- Double Osteotomy Bunion Repair
- Cheilectomy for hallux rigidus
- Big toe joint debridement
- First MTP joint release
CPT Codes:
- 28285: Correction, hammertoe (eg, interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy)
- 28299: Correction, hallux valgus with bunionectomy, with sesamoidectomy when performed; with double osteotomy, any method
- 28289: Hallux rigidus correction with cheilectomy, debridement and capsular release of the first metatarsophalangeal joint; without implant
Also known as:
- Short Leg Cast Application
- Below Knee Cast
- Lower Leg Cast
- Foot and Ankle Cast
CPT Codes:
- 29405: Application of short leg cast (below knee to toes);
Also known as:
- Unna Boot Application
- Compression Boot Application
- Unna Paste Bandage
- Leg Ulcer Dressing
CPT Codes:
- 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
Also known as:
- Foot Bone Reshaping (Metatarsal Osteotomy)
- Metatarsal Osteotomy
- Foot Bone Lengthening
- Foot Bone Shortening
- Foot Bone Angle Correction
CPT Codes:
- 28308: Osteotomy, with or without lengthening, shortening or angular correction, metatarsal; other than first metatarsal, each
Also known as:
- Ankle Joint Cleaning (Arthroscopy)
- Endoscopy
- Ankle debridement
- Ankle scope surgery
- Arthroscopic ankle cleanup
- Tibiotalar joint debridement
CPT Codes:
- 29898: Arthroscopy, ankle (tibiotalar and fibulotalar joints), surgical; debridement, extensive
Does Dr. Werd accept my insurance?
Dr. Werd accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (863) 687-3404 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Werd accept in Lakeland, FL?
Dr. Werd in Lakeland, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Health Payment System (HPS)
HealthComp
Medicare
Other TPA
Prairie States Enterprises
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Werd's office located?
What is Dr. Werd's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Werd's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811989833.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Werd?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Werd
What is Dr. Matthew Werd's specialty?
Dr. Werd is a Podiatrist near Lakeland, FL. 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. Werd to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Matthew Werd affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Werd is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center. 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 Matthew Werd accepting new patients in Lakeland, FL?
Yes, Dr. Matthew Werd is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Matthew Werd offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Werd's office at (863) 687-3404 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Matthew Werd?
Please contact Dr. Werd's office at (863) 687-3404 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Matthew Werd have?
Dr. Matthew Werd is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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