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Who is Dr. Sheppard, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in North Brunswick, NJ?
Dr. Ronald Sheppard is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in North Brunswick, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sheppard is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sheppard’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sheppard’s office.
What languages does Dr. Sheppard speak?
Dr. Sheppard and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Sheppard treat?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Sheppard 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. Sheppard. 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:
- 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Mononeuropathy
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease
- PAD from Diabetes
- Circulation Problems from Diabetes
- Diabetic single nerve damage
- Mononeuropathy from diabetes
- Diabetes-related nerve damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1151: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy without gangrene
- E1141: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic mononeuropathy
Also known as:
- Ingrown Nail
- Nail Dystrophy
- Nail Disease
- Ingrown toenail
- Onychocryptosis
- Deformed nails
- Abnormal nail growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- L600: Ingrowing nail
- L603: Nail dystrophy
Also known as:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- Right Foot Pain
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Aching right foot
- Right foot discomfort
- Pain in right sole
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79671: Pain in right foot
What procedures does Dr. Sheppard perform?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Sheppard 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. Sheppard. 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:
- Corn or Callus Removal
- Removal of Corns or Calluses
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Corns and Calluses
- Paring of Corn
- Cutting of Callus
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Removal
- Corn Excision
- Callus Trimming
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
- Corns and Calluses Treatment
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
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
- 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:
- Nail Debridement (1-5 Nails)
- Nail Trimming and Cleaning
- Thick Nail Trimming
- Fungal Nail Treatment
- Nail Cleaning Procedure
- Therapeutic Nail Debridement
- Thick Nail Treatment
- Fungal Nail Care
CPT Codes:
- 11720: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 1 to 5
- 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:
- 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:
- Hammertoe Correction Surgery
- Hammertoe Repair
- Toe Straightening Surgery
- Phalangectomy for Hammertoe
CPT Codes:
- 28285: Correction, hammertoe (eg, interphalangeal fusion, partial or total phalangectomy)
Also known as:
- Bunion Correction with Big Toe Joint Fusion
- Hallux Valgus Repair
- Bunionectomy with Arthrodesis
- Big Toe Fusion Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 28297: Correction, hallux valgus with bunionectomy, with sesamoidectomy when performed; with first metatarsal and medial cuneiform joint arthrodesis, any method
Does Dr. Sheppard accept my insurance?
Dr. Sheppard accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sheppard accept in North Brunswick, NJ?
Dr. Sheppard in North Brunswick, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alliance 4 Health Net
Bankers Life
Continental Benefits
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Gilsbar
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
Nippon Life Benefits
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sheppard's office located?
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Ronald Sheppard?
Dr. Sheppard has appointments available at his North Brunswick, NJ office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Sheppard's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sheppard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679589261.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sheppard?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sheppard
What is Dr. Ronald Sheppard's specialty?
Dr. Sheppard is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near North Brunswick, NJ. Podiatrist with specialization in foot and ankle surgery has expertise in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the foot, ankle, and lower extremities. This includes both surgical and non-surgical approaches for issues like fractures, deformities, and arthritis, with a focus on improving mobility and foot health. Contact Dr. Sheppard to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ronald Sheppard affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sheppard is affiliated with Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Atlantic Health CentraState Medical Center, Atlantic Health Morristown 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
Where can I learn more about Foot & Ankle Surgeon?
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Is Ronald Sheppard accepting new patients in North Brunswick, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Ronald Sheppard is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ronald Sheppard offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Sheppard, or contact the office for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Ronald Sheppard?
Please contact Dr. Sheppard's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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